If you suspect that your child is being abused at their daycare, you are likely at a loss for what to do next. Learning that your family’s trust has been violated in this way is traumatic, and legal action may be the furthest thing from your mind during the immediate aftermath. However, a successful lawsuit can help bring you financial security and peace of mind you and your child need to move forward.
The team of child sexual abuse attorneys at Carabin Shaw can help you and your family pursue a legal settlement. Our lawyers work on a contingency basis, meaning that they will not take a legal fee until you obtain a winning settlement. To learn more about our services, call us at 800-862-1260 and set up your free, no-obligation initial consultation and case review. Our English- and Spanish-speaking staff members are available to take your calls 24/7.
How to Recognize The Signs of Daycare AbuseMany children who experience abuse are hesitant to come forward about it, are afraid, or don’t understand the extent of the wrongdoing. Therefore, it is important to recognize some indications that they are being mistreated at daycare. These include:
None of the above are conclusive proof of abuse. If you notice and become concerned about any of these potential signs, consult a qualified child psychologist before seeking the services of a Colorado child injury lawyer.
Next Steps After Becoming Aware of Abuse at Your Child’s DaycareIf your child speaks out about being abused, or if their therapist recommends further action, take the following steps:
After learning that your child was the victim of abuse at their daycare, you are likely concerned first and foremost with getting them the care that they need and ensuring that the perpetrator is criminally prosecuted. You, therefore, might not want to concern yourself with civil legal action.
While this impulse is understandable, and your child’s welfare should remain your priority, a civil legal settlement can help your family by:
A successful lawsuit will not solve everything, but it will allow you the flexibility to get your child all the help that they need.
What to Know Before Filing a Lawsuit in ColoradoYour lawsuit will have to name the correct parties who were responsible for the abuse that your child went through. Colorado is a mandatory reporting state, meaning that childcare employees are required to report any abuse that they become aware of to law enforcement. Therefore, your suit could include not only the employee or employees who touched your child inappropriately, but any coworkers or supervisors who may have noticed and failed to report the abuse.
Also, keep in mind that filing the right paperwork for a lawsuit can be a confusing and complex process. Forgetting even a minor step can have negative ramifications for your case, and may even cost you your settlement. Therefore, it is important that you have an attorney who has experience with cases involving child injury and abuse at a Colorado daycare to cover these bases for you.
Call Carabin Shaw at 800-862-1260 to schedule your free case review and discuss your legal options.