When children are placed into foster care or become wards of the state, they rely on their appointed guardians to provide physical safety, food security, and emotional stability—fundamental things that all children deserve. Guardians appointed by the State of Washington have a legal duty to provide necessities and a safe environment to the children in […]
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Can I Sue For Abuse by Foster Parents?
Foster homes are intended to offer a safe, caring, and nurturing environment for the children they serve. Tragically, these expectations are not always met. When those entrusted to protect children betray this trust, the experience can be deeply scarring, resulting in traumatic impacts that may last for a lifetime. If you were physically, sexually, or […]
Read MoreHow Long Do I Have to File a Claim for Sexual Abuse in a Group Home?
Were you abused in a group or foster home? You may have several years to take civil action. The statute of limitations for group home abuse in Washington is generous, but not endless. It is always a good idea to contact an experienced Washington group home abuse lawyer as soon as possible to discuss your […]
Read MoreWard of State Abuse and Mistreatment
If you experienced abuse while in a group home, foster care, or any other institutional setting, the Washington ward of state abuse lawyers at Fuller & Fuller are here to help. Compassionate, understanding, and tactful, we are here to listen to your story, provide support for your needs, and help you seek the justice you […]
Read MoreWhat Are the Signs of Physical Abuse in Foster Care?
Many children are in the foster care system because they were experiencing abuse from their parents or other relatives, meaning foster care is a much-needed reprieve from a difficult – possibly dangerous – situation. Unfortunately, these children sometimes end up in situations that are just as bad, if not worse, than the one from which […]
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