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An accidental shooting involving a child is one of the most devastating events a family can experience, and in the large majority of cases, it was entirely preventable. Research shows that most accidental shootings involving children happen because a firearm was left loaded, unsecured, and accessible to a child who did not understand its danger. A firearm accident lawyer at The Killino Firm helps families hold negligent gun owners accountable and pursue the compensation their family deserves.
Our attorneys understand how emotionally difficult these cases are, and we handle every firearm accident case with the seriousness and compassion it demands. Contact us today for a free, confidential consultation.
The overwhelming majority of unintentional shootings involving children trace back to unsafe firearm storage. Common causes include:
Firearm owners have a legal duty to store their weapons safely, and many states have specific child access prevention laws that make negligent storage a basis for both criminal and civil liability.
Firearm injuries are frequently among the most severe injuries a child can suffer. Depending on the nature of the injury, consequences can include:
A firearm accident lawyer can help you pursue compensation for:
If your child was injured or killed in an accidental shooting because of negligent firearm storage, contact The Killino Firm today for a free, confidential consultation with a firearm accident lawyer who will investigate what happened and fight for the accountability and compensation your family deserves.
Call (878) 888-7878 or fill out our online form for a free case evaluation.
Yes. Civil and criminal cases are separate, and a civil claim can proceed based on negligent storage even if criminal charges were not filed or did not result in a conviction.
In most cases, the claim is directed at the adult gun owner or guardian responsible for securing the firearm, not at the child who accessed it, since the negligence lies in how the weapon was stored.
No. If your child was injured by a firearm that was improperly stored in another person’s home, that homeowner or gun owner can still be held liable, and a claim may be covered by their homeowner’s insurance.
Deadlines vary by state, so it is important to speak with an attorney as soon as possible to make sure your family’s right to compensation is protected.
We contacted this firm when our son suffered a birth injury. They listened to our potential case and took us on. They helped us all the way through the process, always took my calls and questions. Killino is very passionate about his work and it felt like he was upset for our son like he was his own child. The paralegal, Kayla, was always on top of things and helpful. The whole firm that we worked with really did their best for us and now we have what we need to care for our son. We couldn’t be more grateful.
Jeff and his team at Killino Law Firm are truly exceptional! They took on my daughter’s challenging case when no one else would, and their dedication, expertise, and compassion made all the difference. Thanks to their amazing work, we can now take care of our daughter for the rest of her life. Jeff handled everything with professionalism and kept us informed every step of the way. If you’re in need of a personal injury & accident lawyer, look no further—Jeff is your guy. I can’t recommend him and his exceptional team enough!
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In the aftermath of a wrongful death or catastrophic injury, particularly those involving babies and children, victims and their families are forced into the new “normal”. Their lives are often characterized by multiple facets of struggle; physical, medical and financial. The worry and stress can be unbearable. But, that is where the Killino Firm steps in.
Time and again for over two decades Jeffrey Killino has changed the lives of his clients and their families with recoveries that will provide for all future medical care and day to day needs. The Killino Firm clients are regularly purchasing new homes and vehicles; securing much needed medical care and assistance; and sleeping better at night know there are millions of dollars to take care of them for the rest of their lives.
Yes, the Killino Firm regularly secures multi-million dollar settlements and/or verdicts, however, we measure our true success in terms of how we change our clients’ lives. The Killino Firm is dedicated to its clients and their plight. After the cases are over, the Killino Firm stays involved and available to it’s clients as the journey continues.
At the Killino Firm we care about our clients and we care about our community, which is why from time to time when we uncover a hazard or danger with the potential to harm others, the Killino Firm takes action to alert the public and appropriate regulatory authorities.
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