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Appeals court hears challenge to termination of parental rights in impoundment case labeled 'Brianna'
Summary
The Appeals Court heard argument in an appeal contesting a termination of parental rights (TPR). Appellant argued the Department of Children and Families failed to provide reasonable accommodations under its disability policy and did not give sufficient time or services to support reunification.
Steve Rosenthal, counsel for the mother in the impounded adoption case identified in court as “Brianna,” asked the Massachusetts Appeals Court on Feb. 4 to vacate a termination of parental rights and remand for further proceedings. Rosenthal argued that the Department of Children and Families (DCF) failed to provide reasonable accommodations under its disability policy and that the agency never completed recommended psychiatric…
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