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Children Are Especially Vulnerable
Children are frequent victims of dog bites, pedestrian and bicycle crashes, and injuries on unsafe property. Their injuries can have lifelong consequences, and the law provides important protections for them — including, in New Hampshire's strict-liability dog bite framework, strong claims when a child is bitten.
Extended Deadlines for Minors
New Hampshire generally extends the filing deadline for claims involving minors. Rather than the standard three years from the injury, a person hurt as a child typically has additional time after turning 18. This recognizes that children can't bring claims on their own. Even so, acting early preserves evidence and protects the claim.
How Settlements Work for Minors
Settlements involving minors often require court approval to ensure the child's interests are protected, and funds may be placed in a structured arrangement until the child reaches adulthood. These safeguards exist to prevent a child's recovery from being mishandled.
Protecting Your Child's Future
Because a child's injuries may affect them for decades, valuing these claims requires looking ahead to future medical and developmental needs. An attorney experienced with minors' claims can ensure the settlement truly accounts for the child's lifelong interests.
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