Search: Child Abuse (34 found)

Written by Avvo Staff
Child abuse is a very serious issue, but help is available if you are a victim, or if you know someone who may be a victim.
2 of 3 users found this helpful. Posted about 1 year ago in Child Abuse.

Written by Avvo Staff
Child abuse can take many forms, including physical abuse, neglect, threats of harm, emotional abuse, sexual abuse, sexual exploitation, and child pornography.
1 of 4 users found this helpful. Posted about 1 year ago in Child Abuse.

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The consequences of child abuse include physical, psychological, cognitive, and behavioral problems that can continue through adulthood.
0 of 1 users found this helpful. Posted about 1 year ago in Child Abuse. Jurisdiction: Federal

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Psychological child abuse, also referred to as emotional abuse or maltreatment, is a pattern of acts by parents or caregivers that undermine a child’s emotional, mental, and social development.
7 of 9 users found this helpful. Posted about 1 year ago in Child Abuse. Jurisdiction: Federal

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There are four major types of child abuse: physical abuse, neglect, sexual abuse, and emotional abuse.
2 of 3 users found this helpful. Posted about 1 year ago in Child Abuse. Jurisdiction: Federal

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The Child Abuse Prevention Act, legally known as the Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act (CAPTA), is the main piece of federal legislation that addresses child abuse.
1 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted about 1 year ago in Child Abuse. Jurisdiction: Federal

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Accusations of child abuse are charges of sexual, physical, or psychological abuse, or neglect of a child by a parent or caregiver that causes harm to a child’s health, welfare, or safety.
2 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted about 1 year ago in Child Abuse. Jurisdiction: Washington

Written by Paul A Mones
An overview of why it is not uncommon for victims of child abuse to wait years to get help in dealing with their problem.
Posted 6 months ago in Child Abuse.

Written by Robert Friedman
A new state law, effective February 1, 2009, expands the provisions of falsely reporting an incident in the third degree to include the knowing, false reporting of child abuse or maltreatment.
Posted 11 months ago in Criminal Defense. Jurisdiction: New York

Written by Luana Martucci
When DCF shelters your child away from you because of abuse, neglect or abandonment, there is procedure that is followed. If DCF does not find enough grounds to file for an expedited Petition for Termination of Parental Rights due to severe circumstances, then in most instances DCF will:
3 of 3 users found this helpful. Posted about 1 year ago in Child Abuse. Jurisdiction: Florida

Written by Gabrielle Ann Tetreault
The Juvenile Dependency Court t is a branch of the Superior Court which hears cases involving neglected or abused children who are taken from their parents because the parents are accused of not properly caring for their children, or hurting their their children in some way.
5 of 12 users found this helpful. Posted 12 months ago in Child Abuse. Jurisdiction: California

Written by Richard D Ackerman
This guide is designed to help you cope with the issues which come up once a child has been taken from the home by CPS on allegations of general neglect, alleged sexual abuse, physical injury, or severe emotional distress. These cases are very difficult and you should seek immediate legal advice!
Posted 5 months ago in Child Abuse. Jurisdiction: California

Written by Jeffrey Patrick Bassett
What do you do when the Department of Children & Families comes knocking at your door? It's important to know your rights and to understand the legal process.
3 of 6 users found this helpful. Posted 12 months ago in Child Abuse. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Jon Vincent Forehand
Providing a safe environment for families with young people should be a priority for every church. Your church can establish a simple and effective policy to protect your youth and avoid the devastating consequences of child abuse.
Posted 10 months ago in Child Abuse.

Written by Carolyn Annette Elsey
When children are removed from a parent, the entire family enters a bewildering world of state agencies and court proceedings. This legal guides walks you through the major parts of a dependency case in Washington State.
10 of 11 users found this helpful. Posted 7 months ago in Child Abuse. Jurisdiction: Washington

Written by Christopher J. Keane
If you believe your baby or a child you know has been shaken or may be suffering from shaken baby syndrome, you may wish to consider pursuing a civil case. Learn whether you need to prove who shook your baby, when the injury occurred, or if the person being sued intentionally injured your child.
Posted 6 months ago in Child Abuse. Jurisdiction: California

Written by Evelyn Ann Cox
Family and friends often want to participate in juvenile dependency cases but are frustrated to learn that they may not even be allowed in the court room, are not considered for placement and do not have an opportunity to be heard.
Posted 3 months ago in Child Abuse. Jurisdiction: California

Written by Erasmo John Compatore
Resolving child custody at the outset of divorce proceedings should be the parents’ first priority. Parents and the court will determine a Final Parenting Plan for custody and visitation of the child by looking at several factors.
7 of 12 users found this helpful. Posted about 1 year ago in Child Custody. Jurisdiction: Washington

Written by Avvo Staff
Joint child custody, also known as shared custody, gives both parents equal rights and responsibilities for the upbringing and welfare of their child.
4 of 4 users found this helpful. Posted about 1 year ago in Child Custody. Jurisdiction: Federal

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Domestic violence occurs if someone you live with is stalking you, threatening you, or has injured, or sexually/physically assaulted you. The abuser could be an unmarried partner, an ex-spouse or partner, someone you're dating, a child, parent, or other relative.
1 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted about 1 year ago in Domestic Violence.