Case Highlights:
- Mom facing allegations of neglect of her Child after first allegations were unsupported
- DCF fabricated allegations that since Mom used marijuana edibles, child was at risk
- Child was never exposed to edible marijuana products
- DCF made Mom seem like drug addict in the reports
- Attorney Seaver showed that reports were false and DCF closed the case
Case Study:
The case has to do with a Mom facing multiple allegations from DCF in a row. Mom had been targeted by the Massachusetts Department of Children and Families because she had won against them before and they were out for revenge. This situation raises concerns about DCF parental alienation, as it appears that the agency may be acting with a bias due to past interactions. Mom was a recreational user of marijuana products and DCF decided that it was sufficient grounds to support allegations of neglect. DCF believed that because Mom was a marijuana user, it was impeding her ability to care for her child.
DCF began reporting to the home, to further incriminate Mom of being neglectful when she was using Marijuana within her right in her home. The report stated that she had been giving the marijuana to her Child, which was false. Nonetheless, DCF targeted Mom for petty reasons. Mom had no idea where to turn next. She googled lawyers around her to help with DCF. She found Attorney Seaver. Attorney Seaver returned Mom’s call and quickly took her case. Attorney Seaver knew that the claims DCF were basing would not hold up in a court of law. Attorney Seaver gave the investigator information to prove that Mom’s actions were not neglectful.
With the help of medical experts, it was proven that the Child had never once ingested the marijuana. Mom was shown to have not abused her Child nor given the Child access to the marijuana in her home. The case was closed in just 60 days without Mom ever going to court or losing her kids. In the end, she was extremely grateful. What was supposed to be a five-month-long process ended up being resolved in half the time, demonstrating an effective fight against DCF. This case is a clear example of the importance of understanding parents’ rights against DCF, ensuring that families are well-prepared for any similar situations.
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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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.