My name is Emily, and this is my story about the Massachusetts Department of Children and Families (DCF), and how a supported false child abuse allegation led to me losing my job as a teacher.
I am a married mom living in Boston, Massachusetts. My husband Mike works as a firefighter. We have three kids. Our oldest, Tommy, is 10 years old. Then there is Sophie, who is 7, and little Ben, who just turned 4.
Our days start with pancakes and school runs. Mike heads to the fire station. I drop the kids off at school and then go to teach second grade.
Life felt steady until one rainy Thursday. Tommy came home with a bruise on his arm, saying he fell from the monkey bars. I cleaned it up and gave him ice.
The next day, his teacher noticed the bruise and called DCF. They filed a 51A report claiming I neglected Tommy’s injury.
DCF’s false allegations hit hard. Being a teacher who works with kids, my job was at risk. I knew a DCF investigation could end my career. That evening, Mike came home tired from a long shift. The kids played in the living room. Tommy showed Mike the bruise. Sophie drew pictures of our family at the park. Ben stacked blocks nearby. Then, the doorbell rang. A DCF worker stood there with a clipboard and said this was the start of a DCF investigation.
I let her in. She walked through our kitchen, peeked into the kids’ rooms, and asked about Tommy’s bruise. Mike explained it was from recess. She took notes and said DCF would do more checks. Sophie hid behind my leg. Ben started to cry. Tommy asked if we did something wrong. I said no, but inside I was worried. DCF Parents’ Rights felt far away in that moment.
Emily Discovers the Full Problem with DCF
A few weeks later, the letter arrived. DCF supported the 51A report for neglect, claiming I did not get Tommy medical help fast enough.
My heart sank. I renewed my license, but a supported finding means my name goes on the DCF central registry for 75 years.
Mike and I sat at the table after bedtime. Tommy’s soccer jersey hung on the chair. Sophie’s drawings covered the fridge. Ben’s toys were scattered on the floor.
We added up the losses. My job pays over $80,000 a year. From age 32 to 67, that’s 35 years — $2.8 million gone. Add education costs, 401k savings, and health insurance. It tops $3.5 million easily.
Mike said firefighters face this too. One call from DCF, and stations check backgrounds. Doctors, nurses, EMTs, paramedics, teachers, lawyers — we are human. Parents make small errors. A bruise from play seems normal, but DCF made it an issue. They talk to pediatricians, schools, therapists, doctors, and neighbors. Anyone with facts to back or break the claim.
I work exclusively with children. I was upfront with my employer. They were compassionate and kind. My peers told me to get the best legal help to fight the false allegations.
Without money, mortgage payments slip. No food for Tommy’s games or Sophie’s art supplies. Ben’s preschool tuition is unpaid. Mike’s overtime helps cover the basics. Foreclosure loomed. Retirement dreams faded.
Tommy noticed my glum face. Sophie said DCF sounded mean. Ben just wanted hugs.
Finding the Best DCF Lawyer
I knew I needed the “best of the best” and began searching online for not just a DCF attorney, but a top DCF lawyer.
The best Boston DCF defense lawyer results led me to various lawyers. We went through them painfully, calling each one, reading websites, reviews, and asking family and friends.
Then we found Kevin Patrick Seaver at www.kevinseaverlaw.com. I called immediately. Kevin is from Boston and specializes in family law, including divorces, alimony, child support, custody, contempt, modifications, and fighting false allegations with DCF. He helps families get DCF out of their lives, restoring freedom and happiness.
Kevin heard our story. “Emily, Mike, you have rights. The United States Constitution says, ‘We the people.’” He understood the pain. Good people like firefighters, nurses, and teachers can get trapped. Licenses vanish. Education wasted. Thousands spent on degrees, poof.
He became our guide. The Law Office of Kevin Seaver showed us the path to safety. Kevin said to appeal within 30 days: “File for the Fair Hearing now. Details come later.” Mike nodded. The kids made cards for Kevin. Tommy wrote, “Thanks for helping Mom.” Sophie added hearts. Ben scribbled colors.
Kevin explained all the DCF steps during an investigation: home visits, interviews, record checks. Trust was built fast.
The Seaver DCF Defense Protocol
Kevin laid out the Seaver DCF Defense Protocol — a step-by-step plan to end DCF involvement permanently. Many families follow it to become Seaver Success Stories.
Step 1: Collect Every Piece of Evidence
Tommy’s school report, photos of the bruise, texts from the teacher, work logs, Mike’s fire station schedule, pediatrician notes, neighbor statements, daycare records, Sophie’s teacher emails — everything sorted into a clear file.
Step 2: Present Evidence to DCF First
Kevin sent a full packet proving no neglect. The bruise healed fine. DCF reviewed all facts.
Step 3: File the Appeal Within 30 Days
Kevin submitted the DCF appeals to the Fair Hearing.
Step 4: Build a Strong Case
Weekly meetings. Timelines. Witness lists. Practice answers. Kids’ drawings added to the file.
Step 5: Handle DCF Steps During the Appeal
All notices, schedules, and prep were managed carefully.
Step 6: Go to the Fair Hearing
Documents presented. Questions answered. DCF officers listened.
Step 7: Secure the Win
Weeks later, victory. The 51A support was overturned. False narrative reversed. Case closed. No registry.
Time to Act: Start Your Appeal Today
Emily’s win came from quick action. If DCF files a 51A against you, find a DCF lawyer now. You have 30 days. Call the Law Office of Kevin Patrick Seaver at 617-263-2633 or visit www.kevinseaverlaw.com.
Follow the Seaver DCF Defense Protocol. Protect your family.
Emily’s Family Finds Success and Freedom
Now, Tommy scores goals. Sophie paints rainbows. Ben builds tall towers. Mike grills burgers. I work happily with kids.
DCF left our lives. The Law Office of Kevin Seaver guided us safely. We are a Seaver Success Story.
Mike says, “Heroes beat villains with help.” Kids cheer for family freedom.
Since 1991, Boston attorney Kevin Patrick Seaver has specialized in family law, including divorce and fighting false DCF allegations, helping families get DCF cases closed permanently.
Since 1991, Boston attorney Kevin Patrick Seaver has specialized in family law, including divorce and fighting false child abuse allegations and getting DCF cases closed once and for all. Giving parents freedom and happiness.
617-263-2633 – kevin@kevinseaver.com – Kevinseaverlaw.com
