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Toddler suffers brain injury after daycare worker tosses him into the air, lawsuit alleges
By Karen Garcia at Los Angeles Times - California
· July 8, 2026
· 1 min read
A family is suing a fitness and hospitality center in El Segundo after their toddler allegedly suffered a severe brain injury when an employee threw him up in the air and failed to catch him.
Why this matters in The Los Angeles
The lawsuit against the El Segundo fitness and hospitality center raises concerns about the level of care provided to young children in local daycare facilities. As the city's population grows, so does the demand for reliable and safe childcare options. This incident may prompt parents to reexamine the qualifications and training of daycare staff, as well as the protocols in place to prevent such accidents. The fact that the incident occurred at a facility that combines fitness and hospitality services with childcare may also lead to questions about the suitability of such a setup for young children. The city's childcare licensing and regulatory agencies may face scrutiny over their oversight of these facilities, and whether they are doing enough to ensure that children are protected from harm. The outcome of this lawsuit will likely be closely watched by families and childcare providers across the city.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 8, 2026 ·
Source: Los Angeles Times - California ·
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