Case Highlights:
- Father facing allegations of neglect
- Allegations based off of Child’s fabricated stories
- Dad went next door for a moment, was gone momentarily
- DCF’s story was that the kids were left alone in the car, no support from evidence
- Attorney Seaver showed story was bogus and closed the case
Case Study:
This case involved a Dad receiving false allegations of neglect after it was determined that he had left his young children home alone. Dad readily admitted to it, however, he was running next door to assist a neighbor. The Massachusetts Department of Children and Families (DCF) contacted Dad and made it clear that they would only need information from him and the children. In a twist that often leads parents to question what are my rights during a DCF investigation, DCF turned around and supported the allegations on a bogus story. One of the young children apparently made a story stating that Dad had left the children in the car while grocery shopping.
This simply was not the case as Dad was the main caregiver of the children at the time. He did everything with his kids. Receiving this kind of allegation was highly unsettling. The investigator ignored his version of the story. Instead they supported the neglect allegations by running with the child’s story and expanding upon it. It felt like DCF was abusing their power. Dad did not know how to fight these allegations because DCF kept turning around and calling him a liar. His biggest fear was losing his children to a nameless bureaucracy after they had examined every part of his life. Dad understood that his next step was to find representation. After speaking to a few lawyers, he hired Attorney Seaver to fight for his kids.
Attorney Seaver spoke to Dad about the whole process and gave him a plan of action to follow to fight against DCF. Attorney Seaver made him feel more certain by addressing the legal concerns and also showing Dad that there was nothing to be afraid of. Dad’s dread disappeared when he knew that Attorney Seaver would handle the situation for him. This plan sped up the DCF investigation process. The social worker received all the information, making their job easier. The case was closed quickly, and Dad was able to return home with his kids happily and without DCF involved. This outcome was a significant step in the fight against DCF, particularly in cases where concerns about dcf parental alienation are raised.
DISCLAIMER
You find yourself in this situation, it’s advisable to seek legal representation from a qualified attorney, like those at the Law Office of Kevin Seaver, who can advocate for your rights and guide you through the complex process of a DCF investigation.
Remember that the ultimate goal of DCF is to ensure the safety and well-being of children while supporting families in crisis.
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Readers should not rely on this information as legal advice and should seek specific counsel from the attorney based on personal circumstances. Thank you.
Kevin Patrick Seaver is a Massachusetts DCF Defense Lawyer who represents parents against false child abuse allegations.
Massachusetts DCF Defense Lawyer Kevin Seaver has been successfully fighting false child abuse allegations since 1991.