Child in Need of Assistance

The Harm Caused by Iowa DHS and Illinois DCFS in False Child Abuse Accusation Cases

Attorney Eric D. Puryearby Attorney Eric D. Puryear

Accusations of child abuse, even when false, can have a profound and harmful effect upon many aspects of a person’s life.  For that reason, properly handling such false abuse accusations that are investigated by Iowa DHS or Illinois DCFS is of great importance.

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Child in Need of Assistance (CINA) Appeals in Iowa

Attorney Eric D. Puryearby Attorney Eric D. Puryear

When the Iowa juvenile court takes action against a parent’s rights, that parent can appeal. Child in need of assistance (CINA) appeals in Iowa are governed by the Iowa Rules of Appellate Procedure and the Rules on Electronic Document Management System, which are the electronic filing of court documents. Because appeals are time sensitive and have specific requirements, it is highly advisable

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