When you place your trust in a childcare facility, you should have peace of mind knowing that your child will be well taken care of there. If your child has experienced abuse or neglect at a daycare, school, or other facility, you deserve justice. At Eggnatz | Pascucci, our Davie child care abuse lawyer works to help families like yours hold those responsible fully accountable for their actions or negligence.
Why Choose Us at Eggnatz | Pascucci?
Pursuing a claim against a child care facility involves complex legal challenges, especially when dealing with intentional acts of abuse. Chooseing Eggnatz | Pascucci gives your family a distinct advantage:
- Our lawyers are passionate about justice and prioritize personal relationships and direct communication with our clients.
- With over 30 years of combined experience, our child care abuse lawyers have what it takes to aggressively pursue justice against big insurance companies and corporations that prioritize their bottom line.
- Abuse can cause asting emotional and psychological damage. Our team works closely with experts like psychologists and therapists to ensure all aspects of your child’s trauma are fully documented and factored into the final compensation amount.
- We work within Florida liability law to maximize your claim, pursuing both the employer responsible for their employee’s actions and simultaneously pursuing claims for the facility’s direct negligence.
In Davie and the surrounding areas, our team of Florida locals understands the local court systems, has a network of resources and experts, and is dedicated to upholding the standards for childcare facilities in the region.
Common Signs of Child Care Abuse
Child abuse takes many forms, and recognizing the signs is the first step toward protecting your child. Some types of abuse and potential signs to watch for include:
- Physical Abuse:unexplained bruises, broken bones, burns, or recurring injuries. A child may also develop a fear of being touched or a specific aversion to specific staff members.
- Emotional or Psychological Abuse: sudden and dramatic changes in mood or behavior, bedwetting, clinginess, withdrawal from activities once enjoyed, or a fear of going to the childcare facility.
- Sexual Abuse: torn, stained, or bloody underclothing. A child may also show knowledge of sexual matters inappropriate for their age group.
- Neglect: unsanitary conditions, dehydration, frequent illnesses, unexplained weight loss, or injuries caused by lack of supervision.
If you are concerned that your child is being abused, take immediate action.
What to Do if You Suspect Your Child Is Being Abused by a Caretaker
If you suspect your child is being abused, seek immediate medical attention. A doctor or emergency room can help evaluate them and also create necessary medical documentation for any potential legal action.
Document everything, taking photos of any physical signs, write notes on what your child says, and record all circumstances surrounding the incident. Do not wash any clothing that could contain forensic evidence.
Report the abuse immediately to local law enforcement and the Florida Department of Children and Families. After this, speak with an experienced Davie child care abuse attorney before alerting the facility or talking to their insurance company. We will help you make a plan to best protect your rights.
How Long Do You Have To File a Child Care Abuse Claim in Florida?
Florida statute of limitations imposes a strict deadline for child abuse and neglect. For cases involving minors, you generally have until their 22nd birthday to pursue a civil lawsuit. Despite this significant timeframe, starting as soon as you can will help your lawyer preserve crucial evidence and build a strong claim.
Call Our Davie Child Care Abuse Lawyers Today
If your child was the victim of physical, emotional, or sexual abuse or neglect at a childcare facility in Davie or the surrounding area, we are here for you. Contact us to set up a free case consultation.