Whether by accident or intentional, anyone who causes your child to be injured can potentially be held liable for the medical costs as well as other damages. Anyone who was left in charge of your child may be found to be negligent, especially if they were a paid caretaker.Your priority at this point is to get a medical exam and to file a report with your local law enforcement office. While this course of action may seem extreme in some instances, waiting too long after the injury reduces your chances of a successful claim — or a successful criminal conviction, in some cases.