The emotional trauma of discovering your child has been sexually abused in a daycare is overwhelming. Families across Washington State trust childcare facilities with the safety and development of their children, and when that trust is broken, the effects can be devastating. If your family is facing this heartbreaking reality, you do not have to navigate it alone.
Our legal team stands with families impacted by daycare sexual abuse in Washington. We provide survivor-centered legal counsel and pursue justice through civil claims that hold individuals and institutions accountable.
What Constitutes Daycare Sexual Abuse?
Sexual abuse in daycare settings may include:
Inappropriate physical contact
Indecent exposure
Sexual gestures or verbal abuse
Abuse occurring during nap time, diaper changes, or isolated supervision
Failure to report abuse or to prevent contact between the abuser and children
In many cases, these incidents are the result of poor hiring practices, lack of supervision, or failure to act on previous complaints.
Your Legal Options in Washington
In Washington, families can pursue civil litigation to recover compensation and push for change in how daycare facilities are managed. A civil claim may be filed against:
The individual offender
The daycare center or its employees
Third parties (such as staffing agencies or landlords) responsible for negligent hiring or oversight
You May Be Entitled to Compensation For:
Psychological trauma and counseling
Ongoing mental health treatment
Pain and suffering
Loss of trust and security
Punitive damages when extreme negligence is involved
How Our Attorneys Can Help
Our firm has years of experience helping families through these incredibly painful circumstances. We are committed to:
Listening with empathy and without judgment
Conducting independent investigations and gathering evidence
Pursuing claims with discretion and strength
Providing updates and transparency throughout the legal process
We never charge any legal fees unless we win your case. Your family’s recovery matters, and we are here to fight for the outcome you deserve.
