You will not be included in the lawsuit until you have given specific written authorization to be included as a named plaintiff. You can wait on this decision until after you have seen the proposed amended complaint and have consulted with independent counsel. You won't necessarily end up on the evening news, but your story will become a matter of public record. Unlike juvenile court records, federal court records are open to the public. This is an important consideration.
Many people feel they have nothing to hide, and are eager to have their stories made public.
Many others, having lost their children, feel they have nothing left to lose, and are likewise eager to go public to prevent this tragedy from happening to others. At the same time, many people feel that the information surrounding their DCFS case is embarrassing to them or their children, and for that reason would prefer to stay out. This is a very personal decision, and is an issue raised in the lawsuit. Meeting schedules and contact information are available on the News page and the Home page . The class action is brought on behalf of all Utah families who have been victims of DCFS practices.