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By Ryan E. Alekman, Attorney and David Wolf, Attorney
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The Food and Drug Administration is considering the possibility of putting a tanning bed ban in place for children under the age of 18. Medical experts argue that there are known dangers from ultraviolet light and tanning beds. Skin cancer is a big concern for health experts. Teens often times do not understand or appreciate the risks of tanning beds or overexposure to the sun. It is important for teens and parents alike to understand these dangers and take precautions against the risk of overexposure which can and does lead to health problems like skin cancer. You can read more about these issues at FDA Considering Ban on Tanning Beds for Those Under 18 Years of Age.

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By Jonathan Safran, Attorney and David Wolf, Attorney
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In Greendale Village Hall, Wisconsin, a 5 year old was struck by a vehicle as she was crossing the street. At the time of the incident, the girl was walking with her brother, Aunt, and Mother. Fire Rescue responded to the scene and the child was taken to Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin. Unfortunately, despite the efforts of Fire Rescue and hospital personnel, the girl died as a result of this automobile / pedestrian accident. It was reported that the driver was stopped a stop sign and then proceeded to make a turn as the girl and others were walking in the designated crosswalk. It is tragic that a girl who was a leisurely walk with her family was hit by a vehicle and lost her life. Children are the unfortunate victims of accidents as pedestrians and / or bicycle riders. There will be a full investigation into this incident by local police investigators to determine the cause of the accident and if certain actions could have prevented the incident. You can read more about this story at Car fatally strikes 5-year-old near Greendale Village Hall.

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By Scott Soutullo, Attorney and David Wolf, Attorney
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In Montgomery, Alabama, there was an attempt to abduct a child who was at an Easter Egg Hunt at the Hunter Missionary Baptist Church. The child was abducted and placed into a vehicle. Fortunately, the child was able to escape from the vehicle to the safety of her family and other church members. It is very disturbing that children are not even safe from the predator’s reach at churches, schools, and day care centers. A child abduction can happen at any time, at any place, and on any occasion. Child predators lack any kind of morals and would go to any lengths to abduct a child. You can read more about this story at Girl Nearly Abducted During Easter Egg Hunt in Montgomery, Alabama.

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By David Wolf, Attorney

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State%20Map%20Washington.jpgA Spokane Washington child is expected to survive according to authorities despite being subjected to horrible child abuse and neglect. It was previously reported that doctors did not expect this child to survive. Some how, this child found the strength to hold on despite being a victim of flagrant child abuse at the hands of her father according to allegations made by police / prosecutors. Skyelynn Jamison is being treated at Sacred Heart Medical Center. According to Spokane Police, hospital officials are reporting that her condition is improving and she is expecting to survive. While she is surviving, it appears that she has suffered permanent life long injuries. She is on ventilator and is brain dead or has severe brain damage according to court documents. You can read more about this story at Baby Expected to Survive Horrible Child Abuse.

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By Jonathan Safran, Attorney and David Wolf, Attorney
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In Wisconsin and other states, texting while driving is a very dangerous activity that can lead to serious automobile accidents and personal injuries. The Wisconsin Senate recently passed a bill that would ban texting while driving and levy fines for texting while driving. Distracted driving has been a national problem that has only worsened with the number of texting phones in the hands of driving. There is plenty of time to text during the day – just don’t do it behind the wheel. Distracted driving is especially dangerous to children pedestrians and children on bicycles. Pay attention to the road and look out for children rather than that next text message. You can read more about this story at Wisconsin Senate Passes Texting While Driving Ban.

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By Robert Chaiken, Attorney and David Wolf, Attorney
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In Houston, Texas, police have charged a school teacher with a hit and run incident. The driver claims that she left the scene because there was a mob that had gathered and she feared for her safety. In leaving the scene of this pedestrian accident, there may have been evidence that left the scene with the automobile. When there is an automobile accident involving personal injuries, a person has a duty to remain at the scene of the automobile accident. There are similar laws in other States as well. It is certainly tragic that a young child (Destiny Garcia – age 8) died as a result of this incident. It is a loss that parents and family members will suffer for many years to come. You can read more about this story at Teacher Charged in Hit and Run Accident in Texas.

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By David Wolf, Attorney
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A Craigslist Ad – “Boy for Sale” has sparked a criminal investigation. The Craigslist Ad was posted for Spokane, Washington. The Spokane County Sheriff’s Office is investigating this matter. It is a crime to try to buy or sell a child. The Ad was eventually removed from Craigslist. Children are not pets or possessions to be bought, sold, or traded over the Internet or anywhere else. Illegal ads and acts are often posted on sites like Craigslist and Ebay because there is a limit to the screening process of these sites. The millions of items and services listed every day make it difficult to perfectly screen out disturbing ads like this one. Hopefully, investigators can track down the person who posted the Craigslist Advertisement. If there is a real boy that was going to be sold, child welfare services need to step in and provide this child and family some services. You can read more about this story at Boy Listed for Sale on Craigslist in Spokane, Washington.

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By Stephanie F. Brown, Attorney and David Wolf, Attorney

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State%20Map%20Georgia.jpgIn Fulton County, Georgia, a man pleaded guilty to charges that he pimped out two teenage girls for sex. Jonathan Terry, age 27, was accused of pimping and raping a 14 year old girl from Sandy Springs, Georgia. The Judge sentenced Mr. Terry to 20 years of prison. Mr. Terry will now be registered as a sex offender. The victims reported Mr. Terry’s criminal acts to the police in May 2009.

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By Steven Smith, Attorney and David Wolf, Attorney
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In New York and other States, bus drivers, day care providers, and child care workers continue to forget children on school buses and school vans. What would appear to be a simple task of having every child exit the bus still cannot be completed by some people. A simple checklist or policy and procedure would prevent the problem of leaving a child unattended on school bus. In Brooklyn, New York, it was reported that a school bus driver and a matron left a 2 year old child on a school bus. A bystander noticed the child crying and located a nearby school security agent. Fortunately, after being evaluated at a local hospital, the child did not appear to suffer any serious personal injuries. You can read more about this story at New York 2 Year Old Left Alone on a School Bus.

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By Robert Chaiken, Attorney and David Wolf, Attorney

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US%20State%20Flag%20Texas.jpgIn Texas, a man was arrested for causing serious personal injuries to a child while he was babysitting the child. Brandon Deon Stewart, age 25, was arrested on criminal charges that he abused a 2 year old girl under his care. Police reported that there were severe liquid burns on the girl on her legs and genital area. There were no details as to how the incident took place or the liquids involved. You can read more about this story at Texas Man Arrested for Burn Injuries to Child. Like other criminal cases, this man will be entitled to defend himself. He may deny the allegations altogether. He may try to explain that it was an accident or that the injuries were caused by another person. He will entitled to the services of a private criminal defense attorney or a public defender.

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