Star Local Media Feature Discusses How The Button Law Firm Is Holding Lionheart Children’s Academy Accountable

Ignored Warnings and Disturbing Behavior

As Star Local Media’s feature outlines, the lawsuit details a long trail of ignored warnings. Teachers had witnessed Davidson engaging in inappropriate physical contact with children — kissing them on the lips, having them sit on his lap, and taking photos of little girls in private areas.

In July 2022, one teacher emailed the daycare’s director to report that Davidson “tickles little girls underneath their dresses” and “rubs up their thighs” during movie time. These concerns were shared among staff, yet no one at Lionheart reported the behavior to the state as required by law.

The Consequences of Failing to Report

Under Texas law, daycare workers and administrators are mandatory reporters, legally obligated to contact the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) when they suspect abuse — even without direct proof. Star Local Media’s reporting highlighted that Lionheart staff violated this critical duty, allowing abuse to continue.

Investigations later revealed that multiple employees at the daycare had witnessed or been aware of Davidson’s inappropriate conduct but had never reported it. This lack of action created a dangerous environment where multiple children could be harmed over an extended period.

A Broader Message for the Childcare Industry

The Button Law Firm’s case, as featured in Star Local Media, represents a powerful reminder that silence has consequences. When daycares ignore warning signs, they fail not just one child, but every family that trusts them.

“Daycares have a duty to protect, not to look the other way,” said Russell Button, daycare and child injury lawyer at The Button Law Firm. “Accountability is what prevents future harm — and every parent deserves to know their child is safe.”

This story underscores how transparency, reporting, and media coverage can spark meaningful change within the childcare industry.

The Button Law Firm’s Ongoing Commitment to Families

The Button Law Firm is working to achieve a life-changing result for the affected family. By exposing these systemic issues, the firm continues to push for safer standards in childcare facilities across Texas.

If you believe your child may have been harmed at daycare, contact The Button Law Firm at 214-699-4409, email intake@buttonlawfirm.com, or reach out through our contact page.