Daycare Injury Lawyers Highlight the Importance of Reviewing a Facility’s Safety History

Troubled Lone Tree Daycare Closes Its Doors

LONE TREE, CO - According to a report by The Denver Post, a Lone Tree daycare with a long and disturbing history of child abuse allegations is officially closing its doors. Crème de la Crème, a national childcare chain, will shut down its Lone Tree location on May 23 due to low enrollment.

But behind the declining attendance is a deeper issue: years of documented violations, abuse incidents, and state intervention. At The Button Law Firm, we represent families whose children have been harmed in daycare settings, and we know that many of these injuries could have been prevented if earlier warning signs had been taken seriously. This case highlights how important it is for families to look into information about a daycare’s safety history to make informed choices about their child’s care.

A Pattern of Abuse and Inaction

Over the past several years, state investigators uncovered repeated violations at the Lone Tree Crème de la Crème center:

• In 2024, staff were caught hitting, yelling at, and shaking children. Some were forced to stand with their noses to the wall as punishment.
• In 2023, one employee was convicted of child abuse for pulling a baby’s hair and threatening to choke and stab infants. Another was referred to the police after dislocating a child’s arm.
• In 2022, the center was fined $10,000 for failing to report child abuse allegations for more than 200 days.

Despite these disturbing findings, the facility remained open, sometimes operating under a probationary license, and at one point even being granted a permanent one. By September 2024, it was back on probation yet again.

Why Parents Should Always Research a Daycare’s Record

This heartbreaking story underscores how important it is for parents to look beyond marketing materials and take time to investigate a daycare's history. Many states, including Texas, offer tools for families to look up daycare inspection records and past violations. You can start by using the Texas Child Care Licensing Search website and reviewing our state-by-state guide on how to look up daycare violations.

Families can make more informed decisions and spot warning signs early by checking for probationary licenses, repeated safety complaints, or abuse investigations.

How The Button Law Firm Supports Families After Daycare Injuries

At The Button Law Firm, we help families hold negligent daycare centers accountable and navigate the legal and emotional challenges that follow a child's injury. We always encourage parents to look up any facility's safety history before enrolling their child and provide resources to make that process easier.

If your child has been injured in a daycare, here are a few steps to take immediately:

1. Get medical attention – Your child’s health and safety come first. Seek medical care and document any injuries.
2. Report the incident – File a report with the daycare licensing agency in your state. In Texas, that’s the Department of Family and Protective Services.
3. Document everything – Keep records of what happened, including dates, conversations with staff, and any photos of injuries.
4. Reach out for legal guidance – An experienced daycare injury attorney can help you understand your rights and protect your child’s future.

We understand how overwhelming this experience can be, and we’re here to support families with compassion and clarity every step of the way.

Contact The Button Law Firm About Daycare Abuse or Neglect

If your child has been injured or experienced abuse or neglect at daycare, don’t wait to take action. Call The Button Law Firm at (214) 699-4409, email us at [email protected], or reach out through our secure contact form. Our team is ready to listen, answer your questions, and help your family move forward with confidence.