MA DCF Case Study: Mom Motivated By Fear of Losing Child

Case Highlights:

• DCF alleged sexual abuse against Mom’s Fiancé
• Child’s Grandmother made the report after misunderstanding Child’s story
• Mom feared Child would be removed from home
• Attorney Seaver revealed flaws in DCF’s investigation and reports
• Attorney Seaver got the case closed with an Unsupported decision

Case Study:

Mom was contacted by the Massachusetts Department of Children and Families (DCF) after her child had made concerning statements to their grandmother. The child talked about a game that they played with Mom’s fiancé. Given the nature of this situation, it is crucial for parents to be aware of their parents rights against DCF. This includes understanding the DCF investigation process to ensure they are prepared for any steps taken by the department. The Grandmother became worried as the game sounded sexual to her. She reported the Fiance to DCF.

Mom was told by a DCF social worker that the allegations against her Fiancé were for sexual abuse. She feared that she would lose her child based off of these false allegations or be accused of neglect. The Child was completely dependent upon their mother; Mom knew that they would not be able to cope should they ever be separated. Motivated by this fear, she got in touch with Attorney Seaver. He informed Mom that many of the actions DCF had taken against her – although common- had been unjust. Mom and Attorney Seaver were in touch day and night, discussing their plans for the case.

An investigation took place to prove no harm had come to the child. Attorney Seaver and his staff gave DCF all the info they needed to come to the correct decision. It became clear that the family member who had made the report misunderstood the child’s statements. As a result, the Fiancé’s case was closed with the decision reversed. Mom was thankful that their case had been a success and that she had been able to protect her child from removal by DCF. In this situation, it’s essential to understand [parents’ rights against DCF] and be aware of how to get DCF records in Massachusetts to ensure the best outcome.

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.

Please note that this article does not create an Attorney-Client relationship between our law firm and the reader and is provided for informational purposes only. Information in this article does not apply to all readers.

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.