August 13, 2024
Navigating the Complexities of Child Welfare: A Critical Look at Illinois DCFS
By: Julianna Walo, Esquire The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) faces significant challenges in fulfilling its crucial […]
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July 19, 2024
Preeminent Children’s Rights Attorney Howard Talenfeld Receives National Recognition with 2024 Trial Lawyers Care Award
American Association for Justice Honors Talenfeld for a Career Dedicated to Protecting Children Fort Lauderdale, FL – Howard M. Talenfeld, […]
July 5, 2024
The Tragic Death of Barrett Koches: A Call for Improved Foster Care Safety
A tragic incident on March 16, 2024, ended the life of 7-year-old foster child Barrett Koches, who drowned in his […]
June 11, 2024
The Tragic Story of AJ Freund: How DCFS Failed to Protect a Child from Abuse and Neglect
AJ Freund, a 5-year-old child, was found dead in a shallow grave after enduring years of abuse and neglect, despite […]
June 4, 2024
Exposing the Hidden Nightmares: Former Inmates Break Silence on Sexual Abuse in Illinois Youth Centers
The once-hidden horrors of the Illinois Youth Centers (IYCs) are now under the glaring spotlight, as numerous former residents bravely speak out […]