The Role of Forensic Interviews in South Carolina Child Abuse Cases
A child should not have to repeatedly describe a difficult or traumatic experience to different adults throughout an investigation. South Carolina’s child abuse response process is designed, in part, to reduce unnecessary repeated interviews and their potential impact on the child. For families involved in child abuse cases in South Carolina, a forensic interview may […]
When Is a Daycare Injury Considered Negligence in South Carolina?
Children can get hurt at daycare even when staff members take reasonable precautions. A fall, bump, or other injury does not automatically mean the facility is legally responsible. However, some injuries happen because a daycare fails to provide appropriate supervision or address a preventable danger. When a child suffers a serious daycare injury, the circumstances […]
What Happens After DSS Receives a Child Abuse Report in South Carolina?
South Carolina law requires DSS to begin investigating a report of suspected child abuse or neglect within 24 hours. What happens afterward can be less clear to families involved in the process. A South Carolina DSS investigation follows specific procedures for assessing allegations, gathering information, and determining what happens next. Understanding the DSS abuse and […]
Identifying Foster Care Abuse in South Carolina
No child deserves to be abused. Unfortunately, children in foster care are particularly vulnerable to a variety of abuse and neglect. Putting an end to the abuse starts with recognizing the most common signs. If your child was harmed in the foster system or you are a victim, the experienced Abbeville foster care abuse attorneys […]