MySA Covers BLF's Lawsuit Against Children's Courtyard Austin

Another Lawsuit Against Children’s Courtyard Daycares in Texas

AUSTIN, Texas - A third lawsuit has emerged against Children’s Courtyard in Austin. The daycare and childcare injury lawyers at The Button Law Firm recently filed the suit on behalf of Janese Milivojevic, an Austin mother who claims she witnessed daycare staff mistreat her 18-month-old daughter on a live surveillance feed.

As reported by MySA, this incident is part of a disturbing pattern at the South Austin Children's Courtyard location, which has faced multiple citations for safety violations.

Child Abuse Incident Unfolds on Camera

The article highlights the shock Milivojevic experienced in May 2023 when she tuned into the daycare's live feed to check on her child. As detailed in the lawsuit, she initially saw an employee pushing a little girl to the ground and leaving her crying without checking on her.

Distressed, Milivojevic then observed the same employee yanking her daughter by the arms, dropping her onto a nap mat, and then pulling the mat so aggressively that her daughter fell face-first. Despite the rough handling, the caregiver reportedly made no effort to ensure the toddler was unharmed.

The article further describes how Milivojevic’s daughter was thrown onto another child lying on a mat nearby. She also saw a second caregiver, allegedly frustrated, mishandling a little boy by forcefully throwing him onto a mat and covering him entirely with a blanket.

Horrified, the mother removed her daughter from the daycare that day and sought immediate answers from the facility. Despite the daycare’s assurances that corrective actions were taken, she later learned that neither employee was terminated and that the incident was not reported to the state as required.

Previous Lawsuits and a Troubling Pattern of Negligence

AUSTIN, Texas - Milivojevic’s case is not an isolated one. In July 2023, Alexis Dominguez, the mother of the little boy Milivojevic saw mishandled in the recording, also filed a lawsuit against Children's Courtyard. Her complaint has since been amended to include the earlier incident from May. According to Russell Button of The Button Law Firm, the case underscores a troubling pattern of abuse, with caregivers continuing to harm children under the guise of supervision.

Button spoke to MySA about the motivation behind these lawsuits, explaining that they aim to reveal the truth about the caregivers’ qualifications and the management’s failure to prevent harm.

Button emphasized that these cases often involve a lack of training, inadequate supervision, and systemic issues within the daycare. “That’s the evidence we filed the lawsuit for,” Button said, “so we can figure out why and make sure this doesn’t happen again.”

The Daycare’s Troubled Track Record of State Violations

MySA reports that The Texas Health and Human Services Commission has cited The Children's Courtyard in South Austin 25 times for safety deficiencies between October 2018 and March 2023, just two months before the incident involving Milivojevic’s daughter.

Since July 2023, the daycare has received an additional 50 citations, including for unqualified caregivers, use of prohibited discipline tactics, failure to report incidents, and poor hygiene practices. Despite these repeated violations, the daycare’s response has been limited to assurances of corrective actions.

A spokesperson for Children's Courtyard previously issued a statement to MySA, emphasizing their commitment to safety. But as Button points out, actions speak louder than words. He urged parents who have encountered issues at daycares to report these incidents to protect future children from similar harm. “It’s not a matter of if it’ll happen again; it’s a matter of when and how bad,” Button warned.

The Button Law Firm Pushes for Accountability and Change

Milivojevic, like other parents who have faced these tragic circumstances, seeks to hold Children’s Courtyard accountable for failing to protect her child. The Button Law Firm has been instrumental in helping these families take action, highlighting the importance of reporting abuse and pursuing justice. Our firm also provides resources for parents on how to vet daycares and ensure their child’s safety.

As Button stated, “If you see something, say something.” The Button Law Firm is committed to representing families who have experienced daycare abuse and to pushing for systemic changes to prevent such incidents in the future.

Contact The Button Law Firm if Your Child Was Abused at Daycare

If you believe your child was injured due to abuse at their daycare center, The Button Law Firm is here to help. Our team is here to fight for justice and make a difference in the lives of families facing these challenging situations.

To reach a member of our team, call (214) 699-4409 or fill out the contact form for a free case evaluation. You can also contact us by clicking here to start a chat. We’re here to keep you and your family moving forward.

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MySA Reports Details of Child Abuse at Daycare: BLF Sues Children's Courtyard Daycare Again