Child Abuse

The economic pressures of modern life or the sudden rise of emergent situations may force parents to rely upon a childcare facility or babysitter to attend to their child for some portion of the day. In a licensed school environment, the employees are subject to background screenings and parents are encouraged to rest assured that their children will not be exposed to undue harm as a result of negligent hiring. Unfortunately, there are too many instances in which this confidence proves to be misplaced. While somewhat rare, each year there are cases of child abuse in a school or childcare setting that often leave parents feeling outraged and guilt-ridden.

If your child has been the victim of physical, emotional, or sexual abuse while in another person’s care, it may be appropriate to file a civil lawsuit seeking financial compensation to address medical bills, therapy costs, and other relevant damages. Contact the Charleston personal injury lawyers of the Steinberg Law Firm at 843-720-2800 to speak with a skilled and experienced attorney about your case.

Potential Signs of Abuse

Children must be able to trust the adults who are actively involved in their lives as a source of guidance and wisdom. Unfortunately, this makes them something of an easy target as an abusive adult attempts to manipulate a child through fear or shame, often causing these horrifying events to go unreported. The following are some possible signs that your child may have been abused at school or daycare which may warrant closer examination:

• Suddenly increased anxiety about going to the childcare facility
• Unexplained bruises or other injuries
• Becoming socially withdrawn
• Acting out against other children

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Children deserve to be safe, and the persons who harm them deserve to be held accountable under the law. Contact the Charleston personal injury lawyers of the Steinberg Law Firm at 843-720-2800 to begin seeking justice.