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Every state in the U.S. operates facilities for the detention of juvenile criminal offenders who have been sentenced to incarceration or are awaiting adjudication. Recent investigations have revealed the sad reality that juvenile inmates in these detention facilities are commonly subjected to sexual abuse and assault committed by staff members who are supposed to protect them.

Thanks to new laws extending the statute of limitations in many states and increased public awareness of child sexual abuse, many victims of sex abuse in juvenile detention centers are now filing civil lawsuits and getting financial settlements. Our national sex abuse lawyers are currently seeking juvenile detention center sex abuse lawsuits from victims across the country. Contact us at 800-553-8082 or contact us online for a free case evaluation.

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The Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA) is a crucial piece of legislation that allows private individuals to sue the United States in federal court for most torts committed by persons acting on behalf of the United States. Before the FTCA was enacted in 1946, the doctrine of sovereign immunity prevented such lawsuits. This doctrine essentially stated that “the King can do no wrong,” meaning that the government could not be sued without its consent. The FTCA was a significant departure from this principle, providing a mechanism for citizens to seek redress for injuries caused by the negligent or wrongful acts of federal employees.

Historical Background

The FTCA was passed in the wake of numerous claims against the federal government, especially after incidents like the B-25 bomber crash into the Empire State Building in 1945. Before the FTCA, individuals who were injured by the government had to seek compensation through special legislation passed by Congress. This process was cumbersome and often resulted in inconsistent outcomes. The FTCA was designed to streamline this process and provide a uniform method for individuals to pursue claims against the federal government.

There is a Calico Critters animal toy recall of over 3.3 million toys.  Reports link small bottles and pacifiers included with the toys to the choking deaths of young children.  The Calico Critter toys subject to the recall were sold at Walmart, Meijer and on Amazon between January 2000 and December 2021.

The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced the Calico Critters recall yesterday, citing multiple incidents where the small animal toys caused children to choke after placing the small pacifier or bottle in their mouths.

CPSC has received multiple reports of children choking on the Calico Critters accessories, which have caused a range of injuries and health complications. The recall is aimed at preventing further injuries and fatalities related to the toys, and ensuring that parents and caregivers are aware of the risks associated with these small accessories.

President Obama got 12 stitches after being elbowed in the lip during a basketball game. Who elbows the President of the United States? What an idiot! (Unless, of course, the President tried to drive the lane. In which case, he had it coming.)
I’m bringing a class action against the person who fouled President Obama. I have estimated his time is worth $10 million an hour to the American people. These stitches cost us 45 minutes!

Jury Verdict Research reports that plaintiffs injured by police negligence were awarded damages in 38 percent of police negligence lawsuits. The average jury award in police negligence lawsuits is $1,507,918 (the median is $114,564).

Our lawyers do not handle police negligence or brutality cases. But I pass along this verdict data for lawyers handling police brutality cases and for victims.

Police Negligence Verdicts and Settlements