In many ways both types of claims are the same, but there are some differences to consider. First off, children cannot sue on their own – appropriate direction from a litigation guardian or family member is required, essentially representing the child, and this can be a complex process. In addition, more care is needed in obtaining and collecting evidence, as it is likely that the injured child never thought to retain valuable information. The litigation guardian or a public trustee also handles the claim of a child when a settlement agreement is reached. That said, children can often recover much larger amounts due to the significant impact their injuries may have on them from such a young age onwards.