Expert Witness Services for Child Care & Licensing Cases

Expert Testimony in Child Care Regulation & Safety

Legal cases involving child care facilities often focus on licensing compliance, negligence, safety violations, and injury claims. With over 30 years of experience, Cheryl Carey provides expert analysis and testimony to support attorneys in understanding child care regulations, facility operations, and compliance issues.

Legal Support Services Include:

  • Case Reviews & Expert Reports – Analysis of licensing compliance, safety standards, and negligence claims.

  • Deposition & Trial Testimony – Clear, well-documented expert opinions.

  • Regulatory Interpretation – Guidance on child care laws, standards, and enforcement.

Cheryl’s Qualifications

16 years with Texas DFPS, including 8 years in Child Protective Services (CPS) and 8 years in Child Care Licensing (CCL).

  • Conducted over 1,500 child care licensing investigations.

  • 15+ years of consulting experience in compliance, safety, and best practices.

  • Master’s Degree in Social Work – Texas State University.

  • Certified Child Care Health Consultant & Registered Trainer (#1947) on the Texas Trainer Registry.

Areas of Expertise

Child Care Licensing & Compliance

  • In-depth knowledge of Texas child care licensing standards and enforcement procedures.

  • Expert analysis of compliance violations, safety risks, and operational failures.

Negligence & Injury Investigations

  • Review of injury reports, supervision failures, and safety protocols.

  • Assessment of liability and adherence to best practices.

Regulatory Disputes & Administrative Hearings

  • Extensive experience with child care licensing investigations and enforcement actions.

  • Testified before the State Office of Administrative Hearings (SOAH) in provider appeals.

Staff Training & Facility Operations

  • Evaluation of staff qualifications, hiring practices, and training programs.

  • Guidance on risk management and regulatory compliance.

Get in Touch to discuss your case.

For expert analysis and testimony in child care facility cases, contact Cheryl Carey today.