Sexual abuse is every parent’s worst nightmare. Unfortunately, it happens. And when it does, it can cause lasting harm to the victim. No child should ever be abused by foster parents, caregivers, or anyone charged with...
Category: Foster Care Abuse
Who is Liable for Foster Care Abuse in Washington: Foster Parents, Agencies or the State?
July 17, 2026
Who is Liable for Foster Care Abuse in Washington: Foster Parents, Agencies or the State? When a foster child is abused or neglected, people will often first ask: “Who is legally liable?” The answer depends on the...
When children are placed in the foster care system, there’s generally a basic assumption that they will be safe, supervised, and protected. However, unfortunately, this is not always the case. Some children in...
Kids who enter foster care are supposed to be protected from abuse. But what happens when they’re harmed while in foster care? Generally speaking, in Washington State and elsewhere throughout the US, children enter foster...