WACO, Texas - In a shocking case that has garnered significant media attention, including coverage by Fox 44 News Waco, a North Texas mother, Jocelyn Carter, is suing Bright Horizons at Legacy daycare center after her 20-month-old daughter was poisoned by drugs in a vape pen on her first day at the facility. According to the Fox 44 News article, the incident raises serious concerns about the daycare's compliance with Texas daycare laws designed to protect young children, as detailed in the lawsuit filed by The Button Law Firm.
Bright Horizons at Legacy: What Went Wrong in the Recent Daycare Poisoning Case?
The events occurred in January 2024, when Carter's daughter attended Bright Horizons at Legacy for the first time. As recounted in the Fox 44 News feature, a caregiver at the daycare noticed the child holding a pink vape pen, with smoke visibly emanating from her mouth and nose. Despite this alarming situation, Bright Horizons at Legacy failed to take immediate action by seeking medical attention for the toddler or informing Carter and the authorities, as mandated by Texas law.
The Button Law Firm Takes Legal Action Against Bright Horizons for Toddler's Vape Pen Incident
The Fox 44 News article highlights the severe consequences of this negligence. As a result of the incident, Carter's daughter suffered from swollen, red, and puffy eyes and cheeks, along with a persistent cough that eventually led to vomiting. The lawsuit, brought forth by The Button Law Firm on behalf of Carter, claims that these symptoms were directly caused by the child inhaling toxic substances from the vape pen. This incident should have prompted an immediate response from the daycare center.
North Texas Mother Sues Daycare After Child Poisoned by Vape Pen: A Detailed Look at the Case
Carter expressed her outrage and deep concern for her daughter's well-being, stating, "I am furious that Bright Horizons at Legacy knew my daughter could be poisoned by drugs in a vape pen, but they chose to do nothing and remained silent. My daughter is my world. I don't want to imagine what might have happened if I hadn't rushed her to a doctor as soon as I sensed something was off."
Fox 44 News Coverage: How Bright Horizons at Legacy Failed to Protect Children
The article details the subsequent investigations initiated following Carter's discovery of the incident. The Plano Police Department's investigation revealed that the child could have inhaled up to 40 mg of nicotine from the vape pen, a significant and potentially fatal dose, according to the Texas Poison Center Network, which warns that even small amounts of nicotine can be deadly to children. Additionally, investigations by the Texas Health and Human Services Child-Care Licensing Division and the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services substantiated Carter's claims, citing Bright Horizons at Legacy for neglectful supervision and failure to fulfill their obligations as mandatory reporters of suspected child abuse and neglect.
Legal Insights: The Button Law Firm's Role in the Bright Horizons Daycare Lawsuit
Russell Button, a daycare injury lawyer at The Button Law Firm and Carter's legal representative, provided a statement that underscores the gravity of the daycare's actions.
"Negligent practices at Bright Horizons at Legacy failed this family by endangering an innocent toddler's life," Button said. "Hard-working parents like Ms. Carter expect daycare centers to hire responsible caregivers and provide a safe environment. Bright Horizons at Legacy did neither, causing a little girl to suffer."
Contacting The Button Law Firm After a Daycare Incident
Our team at The Button Law Firm stands by families affected by daycare negligence, advocating fiercely for their rights and seeking justice. In our unwavering commitment to holding negligent parties accountable, we strive to make communities safer for children across Texas and beyond. Click here to learn more about how we have helped families move forward from daycare negligence and abuse.
After a daycare incident, you can contact the daycare and childcare injury lawyers at The Button Law Firm by phone at (214) 699-4409 or by filling out this contact form. You can also reach us by starting a chat here. Our dedicated team is available 24/7 to provide free and confidential case evaluations to discuss the details of your child’s incident.
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