KXAN Covers Button Law Firm Lawsuit After Infants Exposed to THC Vape Smoke

What KXAN Reported Happened Inside the Infant Classroom

As detailed in the lawsuit and reported by KXAN, surveillance footage reviewed by law enforcement showed the caregiver repeatedly taking a THC vape pen from her purse or bra and using it inside the classroom. After vaping, she would cough, spray Lysol to hide the odor, and continue handling the infants.

The complaint also describes additional unsafe conditions captured on video, including infants being left unattended, handled roughly, and exposed to unsanitary feeding and diaper-changing practices. These actions are violations of Texas childcare laws meant to protect infants from harm.

During interviews with law enforcement and state investigators, the caregiver admitted she brought the THC vape pen to the daycare two to three days a week, used it multiple times a day inside the infant classroom, dropped it on the floor, and sprayed Lysol to cover the smell.

The Medical Emergency That Changed Everything

KXAN reported that on November 19, 2024, one mother noticed her 9-month-old daughter was unusually lethargic and unsteady after being picked up from daycare. She rushed her baby to the emergency room, where testing revealed THC in the child’s system at a level 132 times above the minimum threshold for a positive result, according to the lawsuit.

Before that day, both infants had suffered from bloodshot eyes, repeated upper respiratory illnesses, and severe ear infections. Their parents believed these were typical illnesses until the hospital testing revealed a much more serious cause.

Daycare Leadership Failed to Act, Lawsuit Alleges

Despite knowing about the allegations and reviewing surveillance footage from that day, the article states that the director and owner of The Learning Junction failed to intervene, failed to report the behavior, and failed to notify parents as required by Texas law. The caregiver was not immediately fired and was allowed to continue working with children.

KXAN highlighted this failure as a central issue in the lawsuit, raising serious questions about supervision, accountability, and whether basic safety responsibilities were ignored.

A Pattern of Safety Violations at The Learning Junction

Following the investigation, the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services cited The Learning Junction Early Education Center for 24 safety violations. These included failing to maintain a drug-free environment, failing to protect infants from abuse or neglect, improper supervision, unsafe sleep practices, and unsanitary food and diaper-changing conditions.

Due to the extensive pattern of violations, the daycare’s license was placed on a one-year probation, according to state records referenced in the lawsuit and reported by KXAN.

How The Button Law Firm Is Holding the Daycare Accountable

“This is one of the most shocking childcare failures we have seen,” said Russell Button of The Button Law Firm in statements reported by KXAN. “These babies were forced to inhale THC vape smoke before they were even old enough to crawl.”

The Button Law Firm represents the families as they seek accountability for what happened and answers about how childcare laws meant to protect infants were ignored. The families are deeply concerned about the potential long-term developmental impact this exposure may have on their daughters.

This case is about enforcing safety standards, protecting children, and making sure families are never put in this position again.

If Your Child Was Exposed to Drugs at Daycare, Contact The Button Law Firm

Parents should never have to wonder whether their child is safe at daycare. If you believe your child was exposed to drugs, unsafe conditions, or preventable harm while in childcare, The Button Law Firm can help you understand what happened and what steps you can take next. You can contact our team for a free case evaluation by calling 214-699-4409 or emailing intake@buttonlawfirm.com, and we will listen to your story and help you move forward.

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If you or someone you know has a child who was harmed by their daycare teacher, contact our firm. We know how difficult getting through this can be. Our experienced team wants to help guide you – as we have helped guide many parents and families within Midland, Houston, Dallas, and the surrounding areas.

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KXAN Highlights Lawsuit Filed by The Button Law Firm After Infants Are Exposed to THC at Daycare