When you entrust your child to a daycare provider, you expect them to be cared for, nurtured, and above all, kept safe. But for too many families in Willis, Texas, that trust is broken by preventable injuries that leave both physical and emotional scars.
At Bivona Law Firm, we’ve worked with parents who are heartbroken, angry, and searching for answers after their child was hurt at a daycare. And we understand why, because these injuries are rarely “just accidents.” They often stem from unsafe conditions, poor supervision, or policy failures that could have been avoided.
Below, we outline the most common causes of daycare injuries, the types of harm they can cause, and the circumstances under which they occur. More importantly, we explain what could have been done to prevent them, and how we help families hold negligent daycares accountable when they fail to protect the children in their care.
One of the leading causes of daycare injuries is simply a lack of proper adult supervision. Children, especially toddlers, require constant attention and care. When staff members are distracted, overwhelmed, or inattentive, children are more likely to fall, fight, ingest something harmful, or get hurt during play.
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Why This Is Preventable:
Texas law outlines specific staff-to-child ratios for licensed daycares. When a facility fails to meet these standards or places untrained or inattentive staff with children, they put safety at risk. Proper staffing and supervision can prevent almost every one of these incidents.
We investigate staffing records, interview employees, and review licensing compliance to determine whether a lack of supervision contributed to your child’s injury. If so, we’ll fight to hold the daycare accountable.
Outdoor play is essential for childhood development, but if the equipment is broken, poorly maintained, or not age-appropriate, it becomes dangerous. We’ve seen cases where playgrounds have sharp edges, unpadded surfaces, or unstable structures.
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Why This Is Preventable:
Daycares have a legal and ethical duty to inspect and maintain their facilities. Safety padding, regular inspections, and childproofing can significantly reduce the risk of injuries.
We collaborate with safety experts to assess the facility's condition and determine whether it has failed to meet the required safety standards. If your child was hurt because the daycare failed to maintain safe equipment, we’ll help you take legal action.
Children are naturally curious, which means daycare environments must be designed with safety as a top priority. Unfortunately, some daycares leave cleaning supplies within reach, fail to secure furniture, or allow unsafe objects to remain in play areas.
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Why This Is Preventable:
Proper childproofing, daily safety checks, and staff vigilance can stop these incidents before they happen. Licensed daycare centers are required to adhere to strict environmental safety standards.
We review injury reports, photograph accident scenes, and gather inspection records to build a clear case that the daycare failed to provide a safe space for your child.
Falls are one of the most common causes of serious daycare injuries. Children fall off changing tables, playgrounds, furniture, or even stairs, often because safety measures weren’t in place or because no one was watching.
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Why This Is Preventable:
All elevated areas should have safety rails, guards, and padding to prevent falls. Children should never be left unattended on changing tables, high chairs, or equipment that poses a fall risk.
We’ll evaluate whether the facility met the minimum safety standards, whether the staff followed protocols, and whether your child’s injury could have been prevented.
Sometimes children hurt each other, whether by accident or aggression. But when staff members aren’t present or fail to intervene, even minor disagreements can escalate into injuries.
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Why This Is Preventable:
Supervision isn’t just about watching for accidents, but it’s also about guiding interactions and stopping dangerous behavior before it escalates. Trained staff should be able to intervene quickly and calmly to prevent harm from occurring.
If your child was injured by another child at daycare, we’ll examine whether the staff acted appropriately and promptly, and whether the environment fostered aggressive or unsafe interactions.
Although rare, some daycare injuries result from intentional misconduct or neglect by staff members. This includes rough handling, verbal abuse, withholding food or care, or even physical assault.
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Why This Is Preventable:
Background checks, employee supervision, and zero-tolerance policies are essential. When daycares fail to screen or monitor staff or ignore the early warning signs, children pay the price.
We take these cases very seriously. If abuse or gross negligence is suspected, we work with medical experts, child psychologists, and investigators to uncover the truth and hold all responsible parties accountable.
No parent should ever have to wonder, “Could this have been prevented?” When daycares fail to meet their responsibilities, it’s heartbreaking. Your child deserves to feel safe, and you deserve to know the truth.
At Bivona Law Firm, we believe that every child deserves a voice. Founding attorney Drew Bivona built this firm with a clear purpose: to protect those who can’t defend themselves, and to help families move forward after tragedy with dignity and strength.
If your child was injured in a daycare setting, we can help by:
We offer free, no-obligation consultations, and we’re here to answer your questions with compassion, honesty, and respect.
If you believe your child’s injury could have been prevented, don’t wait. These cases are time-sensitive, and evidence can disappear quickly.
Reach out to Bivona Law Firm today. Let’s take the first step together toward answers, accountability, and a safer future for your child.
