For a decade in New York various victims’ advocate groups have been lobbying to eliminate the statute of limitations on child sexual abuse. Recently Governor Cuomo stated: “We continue to work with the advocates to build the political support to get … [Read more...]
Sexual Abuse Victim Allowed to Testify Via Closed Circuit Television
August 28, 2017 by
In a case before Judge Hettleman, sitting in the Family Court of Bronx County, ACS brought an application alleging David T. had sexually abused his daughter, Monica, who is currently 21 years of age. They claimed the sexual abuse took place when she … [Read more...]
VIDEO: Maternal Aunt Granted Custody of Child
August 8, 2017 by
Elliot discusses a case in which a maternal aunt was granted custody of a child. … [Read more...]
VIDEO: What to Do If A CPS Investigator Shows Up At Your Door
June 12, 2017 by
Elliot Schlissel discusses what you should do if a CPS investigator shows up at your door. … [Read more...]
FAQs Part I
February 21, 2017 by
Can a CPS worker refuse to tell me why they are investigating you? No! CPS workers are required when they first contact you to advise you of the allegations that are against you. The allegations should be specific. They should not be general … [Read more...]
What to Do if Child Protective Service (CPS) Contacts You
December 19, 2016 by
To start with ask the investigator why they are investigating you. The investigators job is to investigate and find instances of child abuse. In a court of law you are innocent until proven guilty. With CPS you are guilty until proven innocent! … [Read more...]
