When adults learn new skills, we usually do so at a steady pace, retaining what we have learned. Young children, however, tend to progress in spurts. Our Signs of Child Abuse or Neglect
If you have ruled out most situations and suspect there is abuse or neglect at daycare, it’s crucial that you look for other signs so you do not make a premature accusation.
Identifying the signs of daycare abuse will depend on what form it comes in. All types of abuse are damaging to children, and often, the side effects can stay with your child for a lifetime. The most common types of abuse include the following:
- Neglect
- Physical abuse
- Emotional abuse
- Sexual abuse
In some cases, kids may be too young to verbalize what is happening or be afraid to tell you what is happening to them. Because children often don’t have the verbal skills to describe a negative situation, it is up to parents to be alert for behaviors or physical signs that abuse or neglect is happening.
If your child is experiencing regression with no readily identifiable cause, other signs that could suggest abuse or neglect include:
- Showing fear or anxiety toward the daycare center or a specific employee
- Unexplained bruises, cuts, or welts
- Night terrors or nightmares
- Urinary tract infections or soreness around the genitals
- Extreme mood swings
- Aggressive behavior toward other children
- A general lack of supervision when you visit the facility
Your pediatrician can address your concerns about your child’s regression in greater detail. However, as a parent, it’s important that you trust your instincts if you suspect your child’s safety is in question.
If you believe you have enough evidence that abuse or neglect is taking place, report your concerns to the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services. Suspected abuse can be reported online or by phone 24/7.
What The Button Law Firm Can Do to Help
It is important that working parents be aware of the signs of daycare abuse and neglect. The facilities we trust to care for our children often do not provide the quality of care they should.
If you believe your child is being hurt at daycare or any other childcare facility, please don’t hesitate to contact our experienced daycare abuse attorney at The Button Law Firm. We represent children and families from all over Texas, including the Houston and Dallas metroplex areas.
We can help you file a civil claim to seek recovery for medical expenses, your child’s mental anguish, and other damages related to the abuse. This claim is separate from any criminal charges that may be filed for abuse or neglect.
Request a Free Case Evaluation
Our team of experienced and compassionate daycare and childcare injury lawyers at The Button Law Firm is dedicated to advocating for you and your family if your child experiences a serious injury because a daycare facility failed to childproof the facility properly. With lawyers in Dallas, Houston, and Midland, we are ready to listen, fight for your family, and help your family move forward. Our attorneys at The Button Law Firm are recognized on the prestigious Texas Super Lawyers list, and we can help guide you after a traumatizing incident involving your child. We work on contingency, meaning we don’t charge you or collect any upfront fees to get started on your case. Call us at 214-699-4409, email us at [email protected], or fill out a contact form for a free case evaluation.
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