Filing a TRAILS appeal is an important first step. But it is not the end of the case. After you file, the appeal process can include review, settlement discussions, document gathering, and possibly a hearing before an Administrative Law Judge. Knowing what may happen...
Child Abuse & Neglect
Received a Notice of Founded Finding in Colorado? Here’s What to Do Next
If you received a Notice of Founded Finding from a Colorado county department of human services, you may feel scared, confused, or unsure what to do next. This notice can be serious. It may affect your job, your ability to work with children, your parenting case, or...
Understanding TRAILS Appeals in Colorado
If you’ve ever heard the term “TRAILS appeal” in Colorado, you might be wondering what it means. If you’re received a letter from the Department of Human Services that you have a founded finding against you for child abuse or neglect, you are in the right spot!
Dependency and Neglect
The term “dependency and neglect” includes any type of case that involves the Department of Human Services. This can mean minor allegations of child abuse or neglect, or court proceedings where termination of parental rights is a possibility. When I get calls from...
