Friday, January 14, 2011

DHS says plaintiffs exploiting Okla. baby's death

THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
First Posted: January 13, 2011 - 3:34 pm
Last Updated: January 13, 2011 - 6:33 pm

TULSA, Okla. — Attorneys for the plaintiffs in a class-action lawsuit seeking changes in Oklahoma's foster-care system are trying to exploit the death of a Bartlesville infant to get publicity for their case, the Department of Human Services said.

The department has filed a motion to quash attempts by New York-based Children's Rights to depose DHS caseworkers and supervisors about the Nov. 4 death of 10-day-old Maggie Trammel, the Tulsa World reported. The agency also is seeking a protective order.  FULL STORY

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