What Will Massachusetts DCF Do For a 51A Report of Child Abuse or Neglect?
What Will Massachusetts DCF Do For a 51A Report of Child Abuse or Neglect? The Massachusetts Department of Children and Families (MA DCF) investigation is based on how DCF screened in or screened out the 51A report. If they choose to screen out a report, they will not do an investigation for the case. They […]
How MA DCF Deals with Child Abuse & What To Do If You Are Involved
How MA DCF Deals with Child Abuse & What To Do If You Are Involved The Massachusetts Department of Children and Families (MA DCF) investigates parents and caretakers for child abuse or neglect allegations. Understanding the dcf investigation process is crucial for any parent or caretaker involved in such cases. There are many ways to […]
Can We Trust Law Enforcement After the Alaska Child Sexual Abuse Story?
Can We Trust Law Enforcement After the Alaska Child Sexual Abuse Story? How can the public trust law enforcement when some become the perpetrators they are all supposed to protect us from? In Alaska, it seems like sexual abuse by State Troopers and law enforcement is still alive and well. Not too long ago, a […]
Domestic Violence Case Law: Adoption of Margaret
Domestic Violence Case Law: Adoption of Margaret The mother and father had a history of domestic violence, a turbulent dynamic contributing to a scenario often seen in DCF parental alienation cases. They had a very “on-again, off-again” relationship. In such situations, understanding parents rights against DCF becomes crucial, especially when the well-being of children is […]
The Heroic Story of Louis Zamperini
Louis Zamperini: An Emblem of Resilience and Courage Louis Zamperini was born in Olean, New York, and raised in Torrance, California. He was not only an Olympic distance runner but also a resilient World War II veteran. His story, rich with themes of perseverance, parallels the daunting battles faced by many today, such as parents […]
How MA DCF Lawyers can Help with MA DCF Accusations of Child Abuse & Neglect
How MA DCF Lawyers can Help with MA DCF Accusations of Child Abuse & Neglect MA DCF Lawyers can guide you through 51A & 51B Reports, Fair Hearings, and Family Assessments by the Massachusetts Department of Children and Families (MA DCF). DCF cases are different from just about any other type of case out there. […]
What Do Parents Want to Know About MA DCF Child Abuse Investigations?
What Do Parents Want to Know About MA DCF Child Abuse Investigations? The Massachusetts Department of Children and Families (DCF) is committed to protecting children. They will come into a parent or caretaker’s life when they get a report accusing them of child abuse or neglect. This blog answers some of the questions parents often […]
Why does Economic Domestic Violence Between Parents Attract the Attention of DCF?
Why does Economic Domestic Violence Between Parents Attract the Attention of DCF? The Massachusetts Department of Children and Families (MA DCF) will start an investigation for economic domestic violence allegations. This is a critical aspect of the DCF investigation process. They initiate these investigations because they believe economic domestic violence could be a sign of […]
It’s Not What it Looks Like!
I would like to share an important and true story about one of the most inspiring people in American history. An elderly man by the name of Ed would take a walk on a beach near his home every Friday when most people were heading home for the night. He would walk out to the […]
Why Does Sexual Domestic Violence Attract the Attention of DCF?
Why Does Sexual Domestic Violence Attract the Attention of DCF? The Massachusetts Department of Children and Families (MA DCF) is committed to safeguarding children who may be at risk in troubled families. When domestic violence occurs within a household, DCF initiates investigations. One area of concern for DCF investigations is “fight against DCF“ and specifically, […]