The phrase attractive nuisance might sound like an oxymoron, but it is actually a vital component of personal injury law. Specifically, an attractive nuisance is something on your property that may attract children and cause them injury.
The law views children differently than adults. Even though children who are interacting with an attractive nuisance on your property may be trespassing if you do not give them permission to be there, this alone is not enough to prevent you from a lawsuit If the child sustains an injury. According to FindLaw, you must ensure that you provide reasonable care regarding children and attractive nuisances on your property.
