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As parents, we want the very best for our children.

"Life affords no greater responsibility, no greater privilege, than the raising of the next generation." - C. Everett Koop, former Surgeon General of the United States

As parents, we want the very best for our children.  We work hard to save for college, we read them books to enrich their minds, we drive them to soccer games and music lessons because we want them to have every opportunity to live a happy and successful life.  We protect them the best we can because we understand that they are our future.

Unfortunately, we cannot be with our children every minute to watch over them.

It is always a difficult choice when we  leave a child in the care of another.  When we hire a babysitter, drop our child off at day care, or enroll our children in an after school program, mentoring program, or activity such as scouting or  youth sports, we want  to know that our children are safe, well-supervised, being treated appropriately, and receiving quality care.

In Florida, child care facilities and other similar programs must run background checks on all employees.  However, many employees start work before the background check is complete, sometimes the background checks are back-logged or ignored, and in some Florida counties, criminals may ask for an exemption.  When bad people slip through background checks, children are put at risk.

We also expect that the premises and facilities of day care centers, schools, playgrounds, and pools are free from dangers to our children, and that children are supervised when using these facilities.  We expect that poisonous cleaning supplies are kept locked up, that medications are not left in children's reach, that equipment is maintained and meets the latest safety standards, that the environment is lead-free, and that lifeguards and coaches are watching and supervising our children, not reading the newspaper or otherwise distracted.

There is nothing more devastating  than the injury or death of a child, especially when it is caused by the negligence of another - and especially, when it is caused by someone that you trusted to take care to your child.

The Offices of Kim Michael Cullen, P.A offer personal, straight-forward legal services for all child injury cases.  

As a parent, Kim understands how difficult these cases are both for the victim and the family.  We always treat you as we would like to be treated.  We will always show you and your child the utmost respect.  We will explain exactly what is going on and what your options are.  As your lawyer, Kim will do everything he can to get the best possible outcome for your case.

We handle many types of cases:

• Day care injuries
• Playground injuries
• Child sexual abuse
• Foster care abuse
• Inadequate background checks
• Physical abuse
• Negligent supervision
• Injury due to inadequate supervision
• Wrongful death due to inadequate supervision
• Drowning and injuries related to near-drowning

Orlando, Winter Park, Maitland, Kissimmee, Casselberry, Altamonte Springs, Longwood, Lake Mary, Heathrow, Sanford, Winter Springs, Winter Garden, Clermont, Clearwater, Tampa, Lakeland, Cocoa Beach, Melbourne.  As well as Orange, Seminole, Osceola, Lake, Volusia, Brevard, Polk, Hillsborough, Pinellas, Sumter, and Marion Counties

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Blog for Child Injuries, Neglect and Sexual Abuse

• Florida Principal Shows What NOT To Do Following Allegations of Child Sexual Abuse
• Would Close Supervision Of Child Have Averted Resort Hotel Accidental Drowning? | Orlando Accident Attorney
• Marion County Boy Scout Child Molestation Shocker
• How Much Did Polk County Church And School Do To Reveal Child Sex Abusers?
• Did Apartment Complex Do ANY Background Check Before Sexual Abuse By Worker?
• "Dangerous" Dog That Bit 3-Year Old Might Not Be Covered By Insurance
• Did Jet Ski Owners Negligently Entrust Watercraft To Untrained Child Operators?
• Huge Child Sex Abuse Judgment: Symbolic or Collectible?
• How Much Did Church Know About Sunday School Child Sex Abusers?
• Did Sexually Abusive Hospital Nurse Receive Background Check Before Hire?
• Volusia Deserves Kudos For Addressing Student Pedestrian Accident Problem
• What Can I Do If A Daycare Worker Drops and Injures My Baby
• 5 Great Pool Safety Tips To Help Avoid Children From Drowning
• More Questions Surround Lake Mary High Security Guard Busted For Child Sex
• Cover Up Of Child Sexual Abuse By Sanford Mission Almost Worse Than Abuse Itself
• Orlando Apartment Complex Might Avoid Responsibility For Maintenance Man Accused of Rape
• Seminole County Schools Play It Smart With Bus Driver Accused Of Child Abuse
• Who Was Watching During Child Sexual Assault In Church?
• Employee Using Hearse For Child Sexual Abuse Puts Funeral Home At Risk
• Who Was Supervising Teacher While He Was Having Sex In Classroom?

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Library for Child Injuries, Neglect and Sexual Abuse:

• Will Institutions Learn From Penn State Sex Abuse Scandal?   
  The Penn State sexual abuse scandal has rocked a major University. There are lessons to be learned by any institution where children and adults will be paired.
• Exposure of Body Parts By Apopka Church Worker May Lead To Exposure To Liability For Church   
  An Apopka youth minister trainee apparently sent sexually explicit texts and photos to a 15-year old member of the Apopka Calvary Nazarene Church congregation.
• Cursory background checks create presumption that businesses are not liable for negligent hiring   
  Florida law protects firms from negligent hiring claims, as long as they do basic background checks. Call Orlando accident attorney Kim Cullen at 407-254-4901.
• Florida House Subcommittee Trying To Protect Negligent Private Companies On Backs Of Abused Kids   
  Child victims of abuse in foster care may lose right to seek full compensation under House Member's proposal. Call Atty Kim Cullen 407-254-4901 with questions.
• Homeowners Insurance Can Cover Child Sex Abuse Claims   
  Some child sex abuse claims can be covered by homeowners insurance. Cases involving child sex abuse often have tragic consequences. Homeowners insurance can be used by families to recover money to be used for needed medical and psychological treatment. Attorney Kim Cullen will answer any questions that you might have about child sex abuse cases. Call Kim at 407-254-4901
• Day Care Abuse – recognize the signs   
  No matter how much care and research you put into selecting a childcare facility, there is always a risk of child abuse. In 2007, there were 143 incidents of child abuse in Florida day care centers. Learn the signs that can tell you if your child is being abused. If you suspect or have evidence that your child is being abused while in child care, call the Law Offices of Kim Michael Cullen, P.A. at 407-254-4901 to discuss your case.

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Frequent Questions for Child Injuries, Neglect and Sexual Abuse:

• My child was at her daycare and was badly injured when a piece of equipment fell on her. Is there anything we can do to get money to pay for her current and future medical care?
• How are child injury cases different than cases involving adults?
• My child was touched by his mentor in an after school or similar program. What should I do?
• My child was injured in a car crash. What do I need to do?
• Will my child be called to testify?
• What does it cost to speak with a lawyer?

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Case Results for Child Injuries, Neglect and Sexual Abuse:

• Child Hand Injury In Preschool/Day School Accident

Awarded: Confidential Settlement

• Child Sexual Abuse | Teen Group Home

Awarded: Confidential Settlement

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Videos about Child Injuries, Neglect and Sexual Abuse:

• Lessons To Be Learned From Sandusky Case Useful In Florida Child Sex Abuse Cases
• Orlando Sexual Abuse Attorney: Lessons To Be Learned From Sandusky Allegations
• Sexual Predators Continue To Strike Across Central Florida

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