Warrantless Detention

Under Wallis v. Spencer, DCFS social workers must obtain a warrant prior to detaining your children unless there are exigent circumstances.  This is a relatively new DCFS policy, even though the case law is not new.  If your children were detained without a warrant your civil rights were violated.  You and your family may be entitled to civil damages due to DCFS’ actions.  The attorneys at Riley Khorram previously advised DCFS and the Board of Supervisors on these DCFS civil rights violations.  We are available to represent you and your family to protect your civil rights and obtain compensation for your family’s suffering.

Breach of Mandatory Duties

Under the State and federal laws and regulations local child welfare agencies (DCFS or SSA) have certain mandatory duties they must fulfill once they become involved with a family or child.  This list of duties is detailed and too extensive to enumerate in this space.  However, if your family has been contacted by DCFS you need to contact us for a consultation to know what your rights are.  The attorneys at Riley Khorram previously advised DCFS and the Board of Supervisors  on these DCFS breach of mandatory duties.  We are available to represent you and your family to protect your civil rights and obtain compensation for your family’s suffering.