Caught on video – Small twister tosses trampoline & bouncer

Posted on Oct 20, 2014 SAO PAULO, BRAZIL — Caught on video – a small twister totally upsets a Brazilian Children’s Day celebration and injures a young boy. Known as a ‘dust devil’, the mini but strong wind draft easily lifted an inflatable bouncer, and flipped a trampoline over then tossed it aside like it was a lawn chair.  Many in attendance had their cellphones recording – the video shows several angles from the party that was being held in western Sao Paulo’s Panorama City. According to 9NEWS AUSTRALIA, the injured boy is expected to be okay. Which is a good thing, since there was most likely no insurance for inflatable bouncer to pay for any injury claims.     Need insurance for inflatable bouncer? Click here for a free, no risk...
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Freak Accident: California birthday party boy – shocked!

Posted on Oct 12, 2014 While a friend and he were just taking a picture – it happened. 9-year old Elijah Belden “apparently touched a metal patio cover support that had stringing lights and had somehow become electrified”, according  to the NBC San Diego news coverage. “A family friend rushed to Elijah’s side to perform CPR moments after he was shocked.” From the Facebook community page “Today marks one week that sweet Elijah was admitted into the hospital. We are all very anxious to see him awake and it should hopefully be soon. The doctors are taking things slowly knowing this is what is best for our sweet boy. His parents have been incredibly strong throughout this whole process and I know it has a lot to do with the amount of prayers and support they have been receiving from the community. As anyone can only imagine, this is the hardest thing they’ve ever been thru and it’s only natural for it to start to take a toll on them. Please pray for strength and peace specifically for Tony and Aly during this time. They are amazing parents and we need to continue to lift them up.” If the patio cover was rented party equipment, there would likely be a claim against the rental company – if they setup the canopy and/or lights for the event. In which case, general liability insurance would cover the legal expense and liability judgement. You can buy California birthday party insurance for as low as $155, which would include the party rental equipment and inflatable amusement devices, as well as overnight camping and water...
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Pumpkin patch accidents like this can, will and do happen! Got Insurance?

Posted on Oct 12, 2014 Besides the need for general liability insurance (GL) and workers compensation (WC) for a pumpkin patch, this tragic incident at an Idaho pumpkin patch is a chilling reminder that commercial auto coverage is also needed. Assuming the bus which ran over and killed the 18 year old pumpkin patch employee was insured with commercial auto coverage, the coverage may become needed in the settlement of the claim(s) that are likely to arise as a result of this tragic accident. According to the post on International Business Times, “Many of the patrons believed it was just part of the ride,” the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office said in a statement. “It was not until the bus had traveled away from the victim’s location and the role players began to reset for the next bus to come along that anyone realized something was wrong.” Scene of Idaho pumpkin patch accident via the Incredible Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch Facebook page image. We offer insurance for Idaho pumpkin patches as well as a pumpkin patch in the following states; Alabama, Hawaii, Massachusetts, New Mexico, South Dakota, Alaska, Michigan, New York, Tennessee, Arizona, Illinois, Minnesota, North Carolina, Texas, Arkansas, Indiana, Mississippi, North Dakota, Utah, California, Iowa, Missouri, Ohio, Vermont, Colorado, Kansas, Montana, Oklahoma, Virginia, Connecticut, Kentucky, Nebraska, Oregon, Washington, Delaware, Louisiana, Nevada, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Florida, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Wisconsin, Georgia, Maryland, New Jersey, South Carolina,...
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Bounce house rentals grow in popularity – so does the number of kids injured in them

Posted on Oct 6, 2014 As this video from Channel 5 in West Palm Beach, Florida reports, growing along-side Florida bounce house popularity – is the number of kids being injured in them. One child is injured every 45 minutes in the United States while playing in a bounce house – that’s more than 30 children a day! Most are children 5-years old or younger with minor injuries like bumps and bruises to more serious injuries like broken bones, even concussions. Although experts in safety will recommend only allowing one child to play in an inflatable bouncer at a time, the instructions on most units allow for multiple kids to play, but advise that the children should be of similar sizes, at least 6 years old, and should always have adult supervision. More information about bouncer safety can be found on www.childinjurypreventionalliance.org. Get a Florida Bounce House Insurance Quote RELATED ARTICLE: How to Treat a Burn from a Bouncer...
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How to Treat a Burn from a Bouncer Slide

Posted on Sep 21, 2014   Sometimes – under the wrong conditions – inflatable bulls, obstacle courses and an inflatable bouncer slide can cause a skin burn similar to a  rug-burn. For treatment of such burns follow these steps… Step 1: Remove clothing or jewelry from the bouncer slide burn part of the body. This is an important part of treating first degree burns because it makes it easier to get access to the burned tissue and also prevents any other materials to contact the burn, which can make the pain worse. Step 2: Apply cool water to the burn for five to ten minutes. This can be achieved by running cool or cold water over the burn or by submerging the burned portion of the body in cold water. Alternately, a rag or washcloth can be soaked in cold water and applied to the burn. The cool water helps dissipate the heat from the friction, which keeps the burn from getting worse. It is important not to use ice or ice water, as the extreme cold will actually make the burn worse. Step 3: Wash the bouncer slide burn with an antiseptic cleanser. This will help prevent bacteria from infecting the damaged tissue. Step 4: Cover the burn with a dry and sterile protective covering, such as a gauze pad. This will help protect the burned area and allow it to heal more easily. It is important to not apply any bandages with adhesive to the burn, as this can restrict airflow to the burn, slowing the healing process. Step 5: Keep the burned area protected from friction and pressure. While the damaged skin is healing, it is more delicate than it would normally be and can easily be damaged by more friction or burning. Whenever possible, patients with rug burns should keep a gauze pad or some other protective covering over the burn to prevent additional injury. Step 6: Use ibuprofen, aspirin or acetaminophen to relieve pain. Rug burns as well as bouncer slide burns can be painful but these over-the-counter medications are generally adequate for the treatment of pain from friction burns. Step 7: Check the burned area at least once each day for signs of worsening redness or infection. One of the greatest risks of a first degree burn is that bacteria can infiltrate the damaged skin, leading to a painful and potentially dangerous infection. Signs of an infection include worsening pain, expanding areas of swelling...
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House of Bounce bouncing back after a fire claim

Posted on Dec 4, 2013 JOPLIN, MO. – After a total loss by fire in June, House of Bounce is bouncing back bigger and better than ever. How would the headlines read if this were your business? Do you have property coverage? The House of Bounce demolition and rebuilding plans are now underway. From Main Street, you can see the framework of the House of Bounce and construction equipment on site. Owner say they always planned to rebuild not only because they wanted to, but for so many kids who want the chance to bounce again. “It was always our intent to have something to rebuild to. It may not have been in the same capacity. It may have taken longer, but we had every intent of being back for the Joplin area,” said House of Bounce insurance policy holders / owners. “It’s been a long process to get to this point.” “We’re going to be bigger. We’re gaining at least 1,000 square feet. We are going to have taller ceilings so we are now able to put in more inflatables in house.” “We knew rebuilding was the right thing to do.” While the House of Bounce’s owners are eager to rebuild, fire officials say the cause of the blaze is undetermined and still under investigation. The Jasper County Sheriff’s Office is working with the State Fire Marshal’s Office on the case. They have some persons of interest, but at this time no charges have been filed, and the insurance claim is moving forward. Watch the news video LiveRate® for the Inflatable Business – Select Your Business Type –Event PlannerParty Supply StoreMobile Party SuppliesMobile Bounce House RentalsIndoor Inflatable Fun CenterOutdoor Inflatable Fun CenterOther Jumper, Bouncer, Moonwalk Business Get a Quote (PHOTO CREDIT:...
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