Close

Articles Posted in Abuse & Neglect

Updated:

What are the Risks of Tutors, Dance Teachers, and Music Teachers to Children?

By Robert Erben, Attorney and David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network In most communities, there are dedicated and sincere individuals who devote a great deal of time to the education and betterment of children. Tutors, dance teachers, and music teachers certainly help enrich the lives of children…

Updated:

What Disciplinary Tactics and Acts Go Over the Line in Schools and Day Care Centers?

By David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network In California and other States, schools are staffed with conscientious teachers and staff members. Most teachers and aides are dedicated to their work and educate the students in a diligent and professional manner. Unfortunately, at times, teachers and aides use…

Updated:

What are the Legal Ramifications When a Baby is Attacked or Assaulted?

By David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network As parents, we do our best to protect our children and provide a safe environment for them. Unfortunately, there are some risks and dangers that cannot be foreseen or anticipated by a parent. One such incident recently took place in…

Updated:

Can a Controlled Telephone Call or Wiretap be Used as Evidence in a Child Abuse / Molestation Case?

By David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network Evidence can be presented in different forms and a civil or criminal case involving the molestation or an abuse of a child. A controlled recorded telephone call or a wiretap can serve as evidence in these cases. A controlled recorded…

Updated:

What is a Statute of Limitations as it Pertains to a Child Abuse or Molestation Case?

By David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network In every state, there are laws in place that set forth the time limits, restrictions, procedures in which a criminal case or a civil personal injury case can be filed when a child is victimized by a molestation or abuse…

Updated:

How Do Forensic Scientists and Doctors Match or Profile DNA Samples Obtained as Part of a Criminal or Civil Investigation of a Child Abuse or Molestation Case?

By David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network DNA profiling for use in criminal and civil case investigations was developed in 1984 and first used as part of the forensic science to convict a Defendant in a murder case in 1988. DNA can be obtained from a variety…

Updated:

How can DNA Evidence be Used in a Child Abuse or Molestation Case?

By David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network When a child is subject to the abuse or molestation by adult teacher, coach, teacher’s assistant, volunteer, neighbor, or other person, DNA evidence can be used to establish a case or claim against the perpetrator and possible other entities. DNA…

Updated:

What are the Risks and Dangers of School Locker Rooms to Children?

By Will Brown, Attorney and David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network In Ohio and other States, children may be at risk for molestation, abuse, and / or bad acts of voyeurism in the locker room of schools. Because of these risks, it is important that school districts…

Updated:

Why are “Boundaries” Important in Youth Sports? Preventing Sexual Abuse and Molestation of Youth Athletes by Adult Coaches

By David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network In most sports, there are boundaries that define the playing field or area including the following: Football – There are boundaries at for the endzone and sidelines. Tennis – There are boundaries on each side of the net. Baseball –…

Updated:

What Exam is Required by the Connecticut Department of Children and Families When a Child is Suffers a Personal Injury?

By Jeremy Vishno, Attorney, and David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network In the State of Connecticut, the Department of Children and Families now requires that medical providers review medical records and complete a full physical exam for all children under the age of 6 years old who…

Contact Us
Live Chat