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What Does the Department of Social Services Do?

July 30th, 2026
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Ellen H. Babb
A phone call. A knock at the door. A DSS caseworker who showed up at your home, your workplace, or your child’s school. These are scary situations, and you need to know your rights. Attorney Ellen H. Babb has more than 20 years of experience repres… Read More
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Do I Need An Attorney In My South Carolina DSS Case?

July 3rd, 2026
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Ellen H. Babb
Receiving notice that the Department of Social Services (DSS) is investigating you for suspected child abuse or neglect is one of the most frightening experiences a parent can face. Many people incorrectly assume that cooperation will clear their nam… Read More
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What to Do if the Department of Social Services (DSS) is At Your Door

April 14th, 2026
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Ellen H. Babb
A knock at the door from the South Carolina Department of Social Services (DSS) can turn your world upside down in an instant. When DSS suspects child abuse or neglect, they move quickly, and so should you. DSS is tasked with protecting children from… Read More
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