Is Leaving a Child Unattended Considered Neglect in New Jersey?
A neighbor reported your child was roaming the neighborhood alone, and now child protective services wants to investigate you. Of course, you’re worried about your family and what happens next. Understanding what happens in a child neglect investigation by DCPP/DYFS and whether leaving your child unattended is neglect can help. To talk to an experienced […]
read full articleEndangering the Welfare of a Child during Coronavirus in NJ
Accused of Child Endangerment in COVID-19 in New Jersey? We can Help During the current health pandemic, the residents of our state are required to remain in doors and work remotely. Unfortunately, living in constant close quarters with others can be a stressful environment, especially, with little children around. Additionally, many people have been terminated […]
read full articleEffects of COVID-19 on Child Abuse and DCPP in New Jersey
Department of Children & Families Cases during Coronavirus in NJ The COVID-19 outbreak has greatly affected the health and well-being of people across the globe, including in New Jersey. It has resulted in an alarming number of deaths and infections and worst of all, the numbers continue to climb. In addition to the direct consequences […]
read full articleAppeal of Child Abuse Finding Filed and Won by Our Lawyers
Client Accused of Abuse, Neglect and Court Finding Appealed Office of Administrative Law Appeal Filed and Won by Our Law Firm In this case, we filed an administrative appeal challenging a finding of child abuse and neglect and won. Here is what happened. D.H., called our office is desperate need of help. She was a […]
read full articleComplaint for Child Abuse in Somerset County Dismissed Thanks to Our Lawyers
DCP&P Complaint for Child Abuse in Somerset County? Case Dismissed Thanks to Our DCP&P Defense Lawyers Sadly, E.U and his family were under investigation and brought to Court by the Division of Child Protection and Permanency (known as DCP&P). The Division claimed that both parents were medically neglecting their daughter, who had an eating disorder. […]
read full articleKinship Legal Guardianship vs. Adoption in a New Jersey DCPP Cases
Options for Children Taken by Child Protective Services in NJ Two of the legal processes important for family members and loved ones to know with regard to DCPP cases are kinship legal guardianship and adoption. These terms are used to refer to significantly different options that may present as potential resolutions in your child abuse […]
read full articleDo I Need a Family Lawyer for a Child Abuse Case in New Jersey?
When facing claims of child abuse and a DCPP investigation in New Jersey, you may be wondering if you should hire a family lawyer to handle your case. Many complex questions can arise for you from the moment you learn you are under investigation. Even when the case does not reach the level of criminal […]
read full articleUnfit Living Conditions for Children in NJ
Your child’s teacher contacted DCPP, or someone else reported you for child abuse or neglect, and now a case worker wants to visit your home to investigate. What should you do? You should be prepared for what the case worker considers unfit living conditions that may constitute a danger to your child in New Jersey. […]
read full articleRules on Removal of a Child by DCPP in NJ
DCF Wants to Remove a Child in New Jersey Many parents care more about their children than anything else in their lives. The idea of the state taking your child away from you may seem like an inconceivable nightmare. But it happens every day, in New Jersey and throughout the United States. If you are […]
read full articleChild Abuse and Employment Disqualification in NJ
How a Child Abuse Conviction Can Affect Your Employment in New Jersey If you are charged with and convicted of child abuse or related charges, it can affect your employment for years to come in New Jersey. Family law related accusations (which are civil, rather than criminal matters) can also sometimes have an impact on […]
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