Legal Question in Family Law in New York
Babysitting
My babysitter cares for our child in her home three days per week. The contract says ''The childcare is not responsible for any accidents that may happen to your child or for any medical or legal charges, i.e. ambulance, ER visit.'' How can we change the wording to say that she will pay attention to our child to make sure he's safe, but if he bumps his head and we accuse her of beating him, we can't sue her and take away her home?
1 Answer from Attorneys
Re: Babysitting
It's often best to use simple language that accurately reflects the understanding of the parties. Certain provisions, no matter how clearly expressed, may not be enforceable, however; others may require special legal terms in order to be considered complete and enforceable when interpreted by a court. For a contract concerning something as important as your child's care, you should use an attorney who understands the issues and law well enough to draft and explain a meaningful agreement.
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