AUTISM AND ABA THERAPY ABUSE LAWYERS IN MICHIGAN

Our autism and ABA therapy abuse lawyers have helped Michigan families with autistic children that were injured through negligence and ABA therapy abuse at autism centers.   We have represented both the parents and children who were victims of ABA therapy abuse that occurred at autism centers.  Our attorneys have the knowledge, resources, and skill to hold autism centers, and autism center staff accountable if they are negligent or cross the line during ABA therapy.  If your child or loved one is a victim of abuse at an autism center, or has suffered from ABA therapy abuse because of overly-aggressive techniques,  our autism and ABA therapy abuse lawyers can help you take the next steps. 
 

RISKS OF AUTISM AND ABA THERAPY ABUSE IN AUTISM CENTERS

Autism center negligence and ABA therapy abuse can happen because of negligent hiring, training, staffing, and supervision.  Autism center abuse can also occur because of overly-aggressive ABA therapy that becomes abusive through various "punishments" that are intended to correct problem or undesirable behaviors, but end up creating new behavioral issues and harm.  Because of the nature of ABA therapy, which uses "punishment" and negative reinforcement techniques in one-on-one settings, autism centers that either lack the proper resources or fail to properly train and supervise ABA therapists pose increased risk of autism and ABA therapy abuse.  Staff shortages, toxic or stressful work environments can also have cascading effects making autism and ABA therapy abuse and negligence more likely to occur at autism centers. 
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SPEAK TO AN EXPERIENCED AUTISM AND ABA THERAPY ABUSE ATTORNEY IN MICHIGAN

An autism abuse lawyer with knowledge of ABA therapy abuse risks can help ensure that you notify the proper authorities and seek the proper care and counseling for your child and loved one  to recover from ABA therapy abuse suffered at an autism center.  Depending on the length and severity of the ABA therapy abuse, your child may have suffered regression and may no longer be responsive to therapy in traditional settings like an autism center or classroom setting. You may therefore need to seek alternative therapy settings for your autistic child where the risk of stress induced behaviors (such as post-traumatic stress disorder symptoms)  can be managed more effectively.  Examples of ABA therapy alternatives can include:
  1. Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT)
  2. Floortime Therapy
  3. Music Therapy
  4. Play Therapy (such as in a swimming pool setting)
  5. Social Skills Group
  6. Complementary and Alternative Medicine Treatments
  7. Animal Assisted Therapy (such as equestrian therapy)
  8. Holistic Therapy

REPORT AUTISM AND ABA THERAPY ABUSE AND SEEK HELP 

If you suspect abuse at an autism center it is imperative to immediately report the suspected abuse to the autism center and authorities.  New or aggressive behaviors, clinging, emotional outbursts, and atypical regression can all be indicators of autism center abuse or negligence. You should also notify your child's primary care provider and seek immediate medical attention.  Trauma informed care may be necessary and you will need to work with appropriate medical professionals to develop a current and future life care plan that addresses the harm caused by abuse and mitigates the risk of future harm.
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ABA THERAPY ABUSE LAWYERS AVAILABLE TO HELP YOU

Our firm has represented victims of autism center negligence and ABA therapy abuse.  We have worked with and retained some of the nation’s top developmental and behavioral pediatrics experts - including members of numerous national medical associations such as the American Academy of Pediatrics.  We have also worked with nursing and life care planning professionals to develop effective life care plans that address current and future medical needs for autistic children who suffered abuse at autism centers due to autism center negligence. 
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If your child or loved one has been injured at an autism center because of autism center abuse or negligence, please contact us for a free consultation by using our contact form below.