Case Highlights:
- Argument occurred between Mom and Dad at wedding
- Anonymous caller informed police of possible domestic violence in the home
- Officers found evidence broken objects and messiness around the house
- DCF believed domestic violence took place, possibly in front of the children and accused parents of neglect
- Attorney Seaver gave parents an easy plan to follow
- Case was closed and DCF was out of family’s life
Case Study:
A 51A report was called to MA DCF by a mandated reporter suspecting domestic violence was taking place in Mom and Dad’s house. Law enforcement officers went to the parents’ home to find broken objects and things scattered on the floor. DCF assumed that domestic violence was happening, possibly in front of the parents’ children. Without obtaining the parents’ full story, The Massachusetts Department of Children and Families immediately accused Mom and Dad of child neglect. The allegations were supported. This situation often leads many to wonder about their ability to fight against DCF, especially when they feel wrongly accused. Understanding parents’ rights against DCF is crucial in such scenarios to ensure fair treatment and the protection of parental rights. Mom and Dad attended a wedding, had a few drinks, and got into a verbal argument about driving home. Fortunately, another guest was able to drive the parents back. The Department later informed the parents of the accusations against themselves. Mom and Dad felt hopeless and fearful that at any time DCF could show up and take away their children. Mom and Dad hired a lawyer because they were not willing to take any chances of losing custody. Attorney Seaver encouraged the parents that he would help them through the process as quickly and as painlessly as possible. Attorney Seaver initiated a plan that Mom and Dad were to follow and his instructions were simple and easy to understand. He was welcoming around the parents and children, allowing them to feel comfortable during the 51B investigation. Attorney Seaver was able to effectively communicate with the investigator during the DCF investigation process, providing all necessary information to demonstrate that the allegations were unfounded. His expertise in dealing with parents’ rights against DCF was evident in the strategy and collaboration between Attorney Seaver and the parents, culminating in an extremely satisfying conclusion. Once the case was closed and the allegations were overturned, Mom and Dad were overjoyed. They expressed immense gratitude towards Attorney Seaver and his team for their dedicated support and guidance. Attorney Seaver was trained, confident, and reliable which is exactly what Mom and Dad needed. He helped get DCF out of the parents’ lives and let them move on together as a family.
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.