Legal Question in Family Law in Florida

Re: medical neglect

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I am not sure what you are asking. If you failed to have the children treated medically when necessary, then the court's actions may be correct. If you believe that the court made an error, then you can request a rehearing although without sufficient facts to prove your request, the court may deny any hearing.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.

Re: medical neglect

Medical neglect is a legitimate basis for terminating parental rights. However, Downs Syndrome is a genetic condition which would have been identified before birth, at birth, or very soon thereafter.

Please answer the following questions which will help me understand your situation a bit better.

What is your child's date of birth?

When was he diagnosed with Downs?

When was he diagnosed with the bacterial infection?

What was the alleged "medical neglect" -- what treatment do they say you failed to provide?

Was your child declared "dependent," or has a judgment been entered terminating your parental rights (TPR)?

When was the TPR judgment or dependency order entered?