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The Fort Worth Star-Telegram recently reported on a lawsuit filed by The Button Law Firm on behalf of a North Texas family whose 3-year-old son was harmed while attending a daycare in Frisco.
According to the Fort Worth Star-Telegram’s coverage, what should have been a safe and trusted environment instead became a place where a young child experienced physical mistreatment and emotional distress. The lawsuit filed by The Button Law Firm brings attention to conduct that put multiple children at risk—something no family ever expects when dropping their child off for the day.
At The Button Law Firm, we represent families after daycare and child injuries, and this case reflects a painful reality: when safety systems break down, children are the ones who suffer the consequences.
A Child’s Experience That Raised Serious Concerns
As reported by the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, the situation came to light when a state investigator contacted the child’s family in July 2024 about concerning treatment inside the classroom.
Video footage from June 2024 showed a caregiver yanking the child by the arm and forcefully pushing him into a chair. Investigators concluded that the level of force created a substantial risk of serious physical harm.
The effects of what happened were not limited to that moment. According to the article, the child expressed fear of his teacher and described being hit. At home, his parents began noticing changes in his behavior, along with a dark mark under his eye and other unexplained injuries—signs that something was not right long before the truth came to light.
Video Evidence Reveals a Pattern, Not a One-Time Incident
The Fort Worth Star-Telegram reported that the footage showed more than a single instance of inappropriate conduct. Caregivers were seen repeatedly pulling, yanking, and shoving children in the classroom.
This kind of physical handling is not discipline—it is conduct that puts children at risk. When repeated over time, it points to a larger failure in supervision, training, and oversight.
Young children depend entirely on the adults around them to keep them safe. When those adults fail, children often cannot explain what is happening, which makes accountability even more important.
Prior Daycare Safety Violations and Ongoing Failures
The Fort Worth Star-Telegram’s coverage also highlights the daycare’s history of safety issues.
State records show the facility failed to meet 15 minimum standards in 2024 and eight more in 2025. These violations included failing to protect children from harm, failing to demonstrate proper judgment, and failing to report situations that placed children at risk.
The lawsuit also points to internal practices that allowed these issues to continue. Staff reported being discouraged from notifying the state about incidents, and the daycare failed to follow a required safety plan involving direct supervision of caregivers.
These are not minor oversights. They are breakdowns that create an environment where harmful conduct can continue unchecked.
Holding the Frisco Daycare Accountable
The Button Law Firm filed this lawsuit to hold the daycare accountable for failing to protect children and follow Texas childcare laws.
As Russell Button shared in the Fort Worth Star-Telegram’s reporting, this case reflects a pattern of disregarding child safety and ignoring legal responsibilities. When management is aware of risks and chooses not to act, it sends a message that safety is not the priority.
Accountability is about more than one incident. It is about making sure systems are in place to prevent harm and stepping in when those systems fail.
Standing With Families Every Step of the Way
The Fort Worth Star-Telegram’s coverage highlights a larger truth: when parents trust a daycare, they are placing their child’s safety in someone else’s hands. When that trust is broken, families are left searching for answers, support, and a path forward.
At The Button Law Firm, we stand with families during these moments. We know how overwhelming it can feel, and we are here to help you understand what happened and what can be done next.
If your child has been harmed at a daycare, you do not have to face it alone. Call 214-699-4409, email intake@buttonlawfirm.com, or fill out our contact form to share your story with our team.
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