On behalf of Pearman Law Firm, P.C. | Sep 19, 2020 | Dependency and Neglect
When a Colorado county department of human and social services suspects that a child is the victim of abuse or neglect, it may bring a civil action to court. The judge overseeing the case may then appoint a guardian ad litem to the case to determine its validity. The...
On behalf of Pearman Law Firm, P.C. | Jun 8, 2020 | Dependency and Neglect
Your children have basic needs that they depend on you to provide. If you are unable to meet these basic needs, you could face legal action for dependency and neglect. The end result of this action could be the removal of your children from your home. Because children...
On behalf of Pearman Law Firm, P.C. | Jan 28, 2020 | Dependency and Neglect
Abuse between spouses is often overlooked or diminished. It is not always easy to spot, especially when negative behaviors are subtle and well-practiced. Emotional abuse can ultimately escalate into physical violence between spouses. According to the U.S. Department...
On behalf of Pearman Law Firm, P.C. | Jun 22, 2018 | Dependency and Neglect
Guardian ad litem or GAL may be a term you hear during your divorce, child custody, or dependency and neglect case in Wheat Ridge, Arvada, or Golden. A GAL is a lawyer who is assigned to represent a child’s best interest in court. Here are some frequently asked...
On behalf of Pearman Law Firm, P.C. | Nov 7, 2017 | Dependency and Neglect
It is always scary when Social Service, the Department of Human Services (DHS) or the Department of Children and Families Services (DCFS) become involved with your family. You just never know what can come from their inquiries, especially when they decide to file a...
On behalf of Pearman Law Firm, P.C. | Nov 19, 2012 | Dependency and Neglect
On November 11, 2012, the Denver Post featured another article on the 72 children who have died in the Colorado child protective services system since 2007 even after the system had been alerted and was to provide protection. The article may be found at...
