Windsor Child Injuries: Common Causes and Protecting Your Child’s Rights 

Windsor, Sonoma County, is a family-oriented community with active spaces like Windsor Town Green and Lake Benoist at Riverfront Regional Park, as well as busy roadways like Highway 101. Also, in these contexts, there is a risk that children will be injured in a motor vehicle accident, by a fall from playground equipment, or in a boating accident. The reality of those injuries can profoundly affect families in physical, emotional, and financial regards. At Flahavan Law Offices, we’ve been advocating for Sonoma County injury victims since 2002, securing millions in settlements, including a $1,000,000 truck-versus-bicycle case in nearby Stockton with parallels to child vulnerability. If your child has been injured in Windsor due to someone else’s negligence, contact us online at www.flahavanlaw.com for a free consultation. Our personal injury attorneys in Santa Rosa are committed to protecting your child's rights and obtaining the compensation your family is entitled to, on a contingent-fee basis, meaning you will pay us nothing if we don't win for you! 

Common Causes of Child Injuries in Windsor 

Children are particularly susceptible to injury due to their size, developing bodies, and inability to anticipate danger. Accidents can happen anywhere, from busy streets to parks, playgrounds, or other recreational places in Windsor. It is reported that more than 1,000 children per year in California are hospitalized for accident-related injuries, some of which are attributed to areas such as Sonoma County that have an active community and roadways with significant traffic. Here are some of the most common causes of child injury in Windsor: 

• Car Crashes on Highway 101 and Local Roads: High-speed collisions or distracted driving near school zones like Windsor High School or crossings on Shiloh Road can cause fractures, traumatic brain injuries (TBI), or internal injuries. For example, the recent 2025 crashes on Highway 12 in Sonoma County highlight the dangers of busy roads. Children in vehicles or as pedestrians are at high risk due to their more diminutive stature. 
• Playground Accidents at Windsor Town Green: Falls from slides, swings, or climbing structures at popular spots like Town Green or Keiser Park can lead to broken bones, concussions, or lacerations. Poorly maintained equipment or lack of supervision often contributes, as seen in cases we’ve handled involving municipal negligence. 
• Boating Mishaps at Lake Benoist and Lake Wilson: Non-motorized boating at Riverfront Regional Park, popular for family outings, can result in drownings, blunt trauma from collisions, or hypothermia from capsizing. California boating statistics show 75% of drowning victims lack life jackets, a critical issue for children. 
• Bicycle Accidents on Joe Rodota Trail or Starr Road: Cyclist collisions with vehicles or falls due to uneven paths can cause severe injuries like TBIs or spinal damage, especially near trail crossings. Our $1,000,000 truck-versus-bicycle settlement reflects similar vulnerabilities. 
• Pedestrian Incidents in Retail Areas: Children crossing the street next to Windsor Village Shops or Old Redwood Highway are in danger of being hit by inattentive drivers or delivery trucks, suffering from fractures and internal damage. 

Such incidents are often the result of negligence: the driver's lack of attention, the park's lack of maintenance, or a boater's negligence. 

The Impact of Child Injuries on Families 

Windsor child injuries have serious repercussions that go beyond the first incident: 

• Physical Harm: As demonstrated in our severe injury scenarios, TBIs can hinder cognitive growth. At the same time, fractures may necessitate surgery and months of recuperation. Accidents involving boats that result in drowning or burning can cause irreversible impairment. 
• Financial Burden: Medical costs, including emergency care, rehabilitation, and therapy, can reach tens of thousands of dollars. For example, TBI treatment may cost millions over a lifetime. Lost parental wages from caregiving add further strain. 
• Emotional Toll: Children may suffer anxiety, PTSD, or fear of activities like biking or boating, while parents face guilt and stress. Families can find themselves changing due to the stress of caregiving and financial strain. 
• Long-Term Needs: Catastrophic injuries may require the use of assistive devices, educational supports, or care throughout the child’s life. All of these factors will impact the child and the family’s future and resources. Our firm’s experience with cases like the $3,000,000 Sonoma County auto-versus-motorcycle settlement demonstrates our ability to secure compensation that comprehensively addresses these impacts. 

Protecting Your Child’s Rights: Why Legal Action Matters 

Under California law, if your child is injured as a result of negligence, your child has protections, namely a longer statute of limitations (age 20 as a minor) for claims. However, it is essential to take action quickly to preserve the necessary evidence, for example, accident reports or medical records, and to combat possible negligence from insurance companies that may not take your child’s injuries seriously. Flahavan Law Offices will assist with: 

• Free Case Evaluation: We provide a consultation at no charge to discuss the specifics of your child’s case, including the details of the accident, review medical records, and discuss potential liable parties, such as a driver, park authority, or boat rental company. 
• Maximizing Compensation: We pursue damages for medical bills, future care, pain and suffering, and emotional trauma.
• Expert Evidence Collection: Our team gathers police reports from Highway 101 crashes, maintenance records from Windsor Town Green, or Sheriff’s Marine Unit reports from Lake Benoist incidents to prove negligence. 
• Aggressive Advocacy: Insurers often minimize child injury claims, citing pre-existing conditions or parental fault. We counter with expert testimony, accident reconstruction, and witness statements to establish clear liability. 
• Personalized Support: With over 20 years of experience, we provide one-on-one counsel, ensuring your family feels supported as they navigate complex legal processes, such as setting up Special Needs Trusts for minor settlements. 

We work on a contingency fee basis, which means that you pay nothing now and only pay if and when we obtain a recovery. You do not have to worry about the economic burden of seeking legal advice, so that you can focus on helping your child rehabilitate. 

Steps to Take After Your Child’s Injury in Windsor 

If your child has been injured in an accident, these steps will help protect their health and strengthen your legal claim: 

1. Seek Immediate Medical Care: Visit a hospital or pediatrician, even for minor symptoms like headaches or bruises, as TBIs or internal injuries may not be immediately apparent. Medical records are critical for your claim. 
2. Document the Incident: Snap pictures of the part of the location where the event transpired, such as a wounded bicycle on Starr Road, playground apparatus at Town Green, or overturned canoes at Lake Wilson. Document the prevailing conditions, including a wet surface, and the absence, or possible absence, of warning signs. 
3. Gather Witness Information: Document contact information for witnesses, such as parents at Keiser Park or boaters at Riverfront, and any possible evidence of negligent behavior and/or negligence. 
4. Report the Accident: Notify Windsor PD or CHP for vehicle incidents, the Sonoma County Sheriff’s Marine Unit for boating accidents, or park authorities for playground injuries. Official reports anchor your case. 
5. Contact Flahavan Law Offices at www.flahavanlaw.com for a free consultation. Timely action is necessary to preserve evidence, such as surveillance video from Windsor Village Shops, due to California’s legal timelines. 

Windsor’s Child Injury Hotspots 

Windsor’s family-oriented spaces and busy roads create specific risk zones: 

• Highway 101 and Shiloh Road: High-speed traffic and distracted drivers near school zones increase the risks of pedestrian or car-related child injuries. 
• Windsor Town Green and Keiser Park: Playground falls or equipment failures can result in fractures or concussions, especially during community events. 
• Riverfront Regional Park (Lake Benoist/Lake Wilson): Boating collisions or drownings pose a danger to children in non-motorized crafts. 
• Joe Rodota Trail: Bicycle accidents at road crossings, such as Starr Road, can cause severe injuries due to vehicle traffic.

Our deep knowledge of Sonoma County’s accident-prone areas strengthens our ability to advocate for Windsor families. 

Act Now to Secure Your Child’s Future 

Inaction on your child's injuries could result in the loss of substantial evidence, such as witness accounts or maintenance records, which would make it harder for you to support your claim. Because of our experience and proven track record, you can rely on us to handle your child's case with care and accuracy, and we will pursue justice for your injured child through our rapid response. We take pride in representing injured children in Windsor, Sonoma, Lake, and Mendocino Counties. 

Contact Flahavan Law Offices Today 

Acting early can help you protect your child’s claim and your family from burdensome costs. Our Santa Rosa personal injury lawyers will advocate for your child’s legal rights with aggressive, results-oriented representation. Please get in touch with us online at www.flahavanlaw.com to schedule a free consultation. Flahavan Law Offices will serve as your Windsor neighborhood counsel to advocate for you and your family to get the compensation you need to heal and move forward.