LONDON, England - In a case that has captured international attention, The Button Law Firm is taking a bold stand against The Children's Courtyard daycare in Austin, Texas. Our team is spearheading the lawsuit following a shocking incident of abuse caught on a daycare livestream, a case recently featured by The Daily Mail.
The article shares that the harrowing events unfolded when a Texas father, concerned about his two-year-old son's well-being, checked the daycare’s livestream on July 27, 2023. What he saw prompted an immediate and frantic response. The footage revealed a daycare worker smothering his son in a disturbing attempt to silence him during nap time. As the situation escalated, the worker was seen repeatedly slapping the child in the face and head when the boy failed to fall asleep.
A Frantic Response and Negligent Actions from the Texas Daycare
The father rushed to the facility, only to be met with a disturbing lack of concern from the daycare staff. Despite the visible evidence of abuse, the daycare did not report the incident to state authorities or law enforcement. The situation deteriorated further when the daycare informed the parents that the worker would only receive a one-day suspension, failing to address the severity of the abuse.
Pursuit of Justice: A Daycare Injury Lawsuit
According to the article, the child’s mother, Alexis Dominguez, is now pursuing justice through the lawsuit, saying that the video evidence clearly shows her son attempting to protect himself from the repeated slaps. The lawsuit claims the abuse caused significant physical and emotional trauma to the child. Dominguez and her husband, deeply distressed by the incident, decided to remove their son from the daycare and reported the abuse directly to state authorities.
Texas State Investigation and Daycare Minimum Standard Violations
The article shares that the Texas Health and Human Services Commission Child-Care Licensing Division and the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services launched an investigation, resulting in five violations cited against The Children's Courtyard. These violations included the abuse of the child, the use of prohibited punishment, and a failure to report the abuse. Alarmingly, the daycare had allowed the abusive employee to remain around children for three hours after the incident was known to staff.
A Troubling Pattern of Negligence at The Children’s Courtyard
According to the article, this incident is part of a troubling pattern for The Children’s Courtyard, which has faced scrutiny for multiple violations since 2019. State records reveal that the facility has been cited 70 times for issues ranging from inadequate supervision to failing to report incidents of abuse. The daycare’s track record includes previous cases of misconduct, such as a 2017 incident involving a worker who was caught on camera slamming an 18-month-old child.
The Button Law Firm's Commitment to Helping This Texas Family
Russell Button, the lead attorney from The Button Law Firm, has expressed grave concerns about the facility's disregard for child safety. Button emphasized, "The serious safety issues at The Children's Courtyard are full of alarm bells and red flags. It is clear this daycare does not prioritize child safety based on the treatment of our client's child and the facility's track record."
Looking Ahead: How The Button Law Firm is Holding This Daycare Accountable
Our team’s efforts are focused on holding The Children's Courtyard accountable for negligence and ensuring that justice is served for the affected child and his family. As this case progresses, it underscores the critical importance of vigilance and accountability in childcare settings, aiming to prevent such abuses from happening in the future.
Contact The Button Law Firm After a Daycare Injury
This lawsuit, championed by The Button Law Firm, seeks justice for the affected child and family and aims to prompt broader reforms in childcare. The feature from The Daily Mail and the detailed investigation findings spotlight the critical need for vigilance and accountability in daycare centers to safeguard children’s well-being.
If your child has been injured due to daycare negligence, The Button Law Firm is here to provide the guidance and support you need. Our experienced team of daycare injury attorneys is committed to fighting for justice for families affected by daycare negligence.
For a free and confidential case evaluation, call us at 214-699-4409, chat with us, or fill out our contact form. Let us help you navigate this challenging time and ensure your family’s rights are protected.
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