Category Archives: DCFS

WILL I HAVE TO TESTIFY IN MY DCFS APPEAL?

You have been indicated for child abuse from the Department of Child and Family Services (DCFS). You want to appeal but you recall from TV that criminal defendants usually don’t take the stand. You are afraid you could say the … Continue reading

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CAN I APPEAL A CHILD ABUSE FINDING FROM DCFS?

You agreed to take care of your sister’s children while she recovered from surgery. You knew your one nephew was a bit of a handful who doesn’t like the word, “No.” That same child sprained his ankle on the basement … Continue reading

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