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Losing a child is the most devastating thing a parent can experience. When that loss happens because a daycare failed to keep children safe, the grief is often mixed with shock, anger, and unanswered questions. Many Austin families are left wondering how this could happen in a place that was supposed to protect their child, and what they can do next.What Should I Do Immediately After a Daycare Death?
In the hours and days after a loss like this, the most important thing is to take a moment to be with your loved ones. This kind of tragedy is sudden and deeply traumatic, and it is okay if you cannot process everything right away.
When you are able, the following steps can help protect your family and preserve important information:
- Call the police. A police report helps create an official record of what happened.
- Report the daycare to Texas HHS Child Care Licensing. This can trigger an investigation into safety violations and help protect other children.
- Preserve evidence. Save texts, emails, incident reports, and any timeline the daycare provides. If there is surveillance footage, request that it be preserved immediately.
- Write down what you were told. Document names, dates, and details, even if they seem small.
- Avoid signing anything too quickly. Do not feel pressured to sign daycare paperwork or statements while you are still grieving.
- Speak with a daycare negligence attorney. A lawyer can help investigate what happened, preserve records, and guide your next steps.
Can I Bring a Civil Case Against an Austin Daycare?
When a child dies due to a daycare’s failure to provide proper supervision or a safe environment, the family may have the option to pursue a civil wrongful death case. These cases are designed to hold negligent daycares accountable and to help families seek support in such a troubling time.
Depending on the situation, a civil case may involve damages such as medical bills, funeral costs, and the long-term impact this tragedy has on the family. It can also uncover past violations, unsafe staffing practices, or policy failures that put children in danger.
Daycares often deny responsibility or try to minimize what happened. Having a legal team involved can help level the playing field and push for real answers.
How The Button Law Firm Helps Families in Austin
At The Button Law Firm, we handle daycare negligence cases across Texas, including cases involving the wrongful death of a child. We understand how painful and personal these cases are, and we treat every family with the care, urgency, and respect they deserve.
Our team can help investigate what happened, preserve critical evidence, and pursue a civil case when negligence played a role. If your child died due to an Austin daycare’s negligence, you do not have to face this alone, and you can contact The Button Law Firm for a free and confidential case evaluation by calling 214-699-4409, emailing intake@buttonlawfirm.com, or filling out the contact form.
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