How to Prepare for a Child in Need of Services Court Hearing in Indiana
Facing a Child in Need of Services (CHINS) court hearing in Indiana can be overwhelming, especially when the welfare of your child is at stake. A CHINS case can arise if the state believes a child is endangered due to…
Read ArticleParents Cleared of DCS Abuse Allegations
After an anonymous source reported battery on child DCS got involved in a family’s life and turned it upside-down. Child Services wanted the young parents to agree to a safety plan which would have allowed DCS visits, inspections, and interviews…
Read ArticleNurse’s CHINS Case Dismissed
When a 28-year-old nurse was accused of drug use, she found herself in the middle of a very stressful Child in Need of Services (CHINS) investigation. The Department of Child Services was not very sympathetic, despite our client previously entering…
Read ArticleCHINS Case Resolved with Reunited Family
We recently assisted a single mother in a Child in Need of Services(CHINS) case when she was accused of neglecting her children. By intervening early, our family law attorney helped reach an agreement with DCS that involved family counseling to…
Read ArticleCHINS Case Resolved for Retail Clerk
A 34-year-old retail clerk recently found herself in need of an experienced Indianapolis family lawyer when her young daughter alleged that her (the mother’s) boyfriend inappropriately touched her. Upon the allegations being made, the Indiana Department of Child Services (DCS)…
Read ArticleWhat Does a Child Protective Services (CPS) Social Worker Do?
Child Protective Services (CPS) social workers are at the front line of Indiana’s child welfare system. One part of their job is to identify and document child abuse and neglect. The second and perhaps most important part of a CPS…
Read ArticleCan I Modify a Child Custody Agreement in Indiana?
The court approves child custody agreements if it finds that the arrangements were made in the best interests of the child. But, what if your circumstances have changed? Is it possible to modify the child custody agreement you currently have…
Read ArticleDrug Treatment Achieved in CHINS Case
There is probably nothing more distressing for a family in Indiana than cases involving Child Protective Services (CPS) and a Child in Need of Services (CHINS). These situations have the potential to rip families apart and it’s best to review…
Read ArticleIndiana Parents See CHINS Case Dismissed
Dealing with difficult family situations is something everyone can relate to, but if criminal accusations are ever made against you, the impact of these claims can significantly impact your life. If this happens, it is important to discuss your circumstances…
Read ArticleSteep Rise in Child Abuse Reports
According to new information from the Indiana Office of Court Services, the number of “child in need of services” (CHINS) cases increased dramatically between 2010 and 2015. CHINS cases involve reports of abuse or neglect toward children 17 years old…
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