Parents Sue DCF For Restricting Child Visitations During Pandemic
Parents Sue DCF A group of Massachusetts parents has filed suit against the Baker administration, arguing it has unlawfully terminated visits with the parents’ biological children in foster care. They argued the administration has imposed excessive restrictions during the coronavirus pandemic. This lawsuit highlights a critical aspect of the fight against DCF, as these parents […]
How Parents Can Avoid MA DCF Investigations With Beach Safety Tips
Parents who fail to follow beach safety rules may become vulnerable to a Massachusetts (hereinafter “MA”) Department of Children and Families (hereinafter “DCF”) investigation for child abuse or child neglect. What are the Dangers at the Beach? Disregarding beach safety could spell trouble for parents and a guaranteed investigation by MA DCF. One slip in […]
State child welfare worker infected with coronavirus, others ill and awaiting test results
The workers, each based out of a different DCF office, have recently partaken in child welfare cases with children and their families One Massachusetts Department of Children and Families social worker has tested positive for the novel coronavirus, and two other workers have fallen ill and are awaiting test results, agency and union officials said […]
Don’t Take Risks When it Comes to DCF Home Visits
The DCF social worker had been to my client’s home for the past two months during the DCF Family Assessment. My client, the mother, wanted me present for these DCF home visits every time, especially because she wanted to understand her rights as a parent against DCF. She told me she did not feel as […]
How Can MA DCF Start an Investigation due to Sun Damage?
How Sun Damage Leads to a DCF Investigation The Massachusetts (hereinafter “MA”) Department of Children and Families (hereinafter “DCF”) will investigate you for child abuse or neglect when they see signs of sun damage in your child. The sun is a great source of vitamin D and makes life brighter. But too much sun can […]
DCF Mistakenly Picks Up the Wrong Child from Daycare
DCF is mandated by the Massachusetts Legislature to protect children. However, there are some instances when this does not happen. DCF has made mistakes, but don’t we all? It’s crucial for individuals undergoing such scrutiny to understand what are my rights during a DCF investigation to navigate this challenging process effectively. A DCF social worker […]
Supporting Immigrant Children in the United States
What Are Some Challenges That Come With Supporting 18 Million Immigrant Children? There are over 18 million immigrant children in the United States, and this number grows daily. This large population affects the United States’ courts, hospitals, and schools. Of these 18 million children, almost 88% were born in the United States. Undocumented parents, who […]
Turn Your DCF Negatives Into Positives
Turn Your DCF Negatives Into Positives Hello, and thanks for joining me here today. Kevin Seaver is a trusted lawyer since 1991, representing clients against DCF in Massachusetts, turning negatives into positives. Following a DCF investigation, families often find themselves feeling frustrated, upset, and devastated. Additionally, they may experience a significant loss of privacy when […]
DCF Fair Hearing Reversal of False Sexual Abuse Allegations – Case Study
Procedural History: The father, Mr. B, had three separate reports of child sexual abuse filed against him with the Department of Children and Families (DCF). These reports alleged that Mr. B had sexually abused and neglected his daughter in his home. DCF investigated and the allegations against Mr. B were supported for sexual abuse and […]
Mass YMCA Offers Free Access To Children Involved With DCF
What is the YMCA? The YMCA was founded in 1844 in London, England. It was founded by George Williams and 11 of his friends as a place of refuge for young men who migrated from rural areas. The Young Men’s Christian Association (YMCA) was a place where young men could escape the busy streets and […]