Delillo v. Department of Social Services

Under G.L.c. 30A, §14, plaintiff Dale DeLillo appeals the decision of the defendant Department of Social Services (the “Department” or “DSS”) to support a report of neglect of his minor son, Matthew. The plaintiff has moved for judgment on the pleadings. After a hearing and review of the administrative record, the Fair Hearing transcript and the parties’ briefs and reply briefs, for the reasons set forth below, plaintiffs motion is ALLOWED.

BACKGROUND

The following facts are taken from the administrative record.

Plaintiff is the father of Matthew Moore-DeLillo. Plaintiff is also the ex-husband…