Mandated Reporter Reform in New York: Protecting Children with Disabilities from Misinterpreted Neglect
In November 2023, New York passed a law with profound implications for child abuse investigations—especially for families of children with intellectual or developmental disabilities. Chapter 646 of the Laws of 2023 amends Social Services Law §§ 413 and 421, requiring the Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) to update its mandated...
Can You Be Indicated for Neglect for Leaving Your Kids Alone? Brooklyn ACS Defense Lawyer Explains What Happened in the Charlotte MM Case
By George M. Gilmer, Esq. | Gilmer Law Firm PLLC | Call 718-864-2011
What Every Parent in Brooklyn Needs to Know About OCFS Indicated Reports and Article 78 AppealsIf you live in Brooklyn or anywhere in New York City and you’ve been “indicated”...
What Is the Difference Between Neglect or Abuse Proceedings in Family Court and Administrative Hearings to Amend an Indicated Report with OCFS?
When someone is accused of child abuse or neglect in New York, it’s crucial to understand which legal process applies—and what’s at stake. At The Gilmer Law Firm PLLC, located in Brooklyn, New York, we represent parents, caregivers, and alleged perpetrators in both Family Court Article 10 proceedings and administrative hearings to...