Articles Posted in Sex Abuse

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Under Montana law, anyone who has been the victim of sexual abuse or assault can file a civil lawsuit against not just the person who abused them, but also against churches, schools, or other third parties who negligently enabled the abuse.  This post will look at the basic elements of a sex abuse lawsuit in Montana. Our lawyers also analyze the potential settlement value of Montana sex abuse lawsuits.

If you have a potential claim for sex abuse or assault, contact our attorneys today at 800-553-8082 or get a confidential case evaluation online.

Definition of Sexual Abuse in Montana

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On this page, we will look at Washington juvenile detention center sex abuse lawsuits and their settlement value. Recent evidence from investigations and lawsuits has emerged which shows that juvenile inmates in Washington at frequently victims of sexual assault and abuse. These victims can now file civil lawsuits against the state for negligently failing to take reasonable measures to protect them from this abuse.

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On this page, we will look at negligence sex abuse lawsuits brought against the state of Washington’s Department of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF) for failing to protect children from sexual and physical abuse. Minors who were abused after being placed by DSHS in foster care, residential treatment centers, or other facilities, can file a civil lawsuit against DSHS and get financial compensation.

If you have a potential sex abuse lawsuit against DCYF, contact our Washington sexual abuse lawyers today at 800-553-8082 or get a free online consultation. Our attorneys will fight to get you the overdue compensation that you deserve.

About DCYF

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NFL star quarterback Deshaun Watson defended civil tort lawsuits filed by 23 women who allege that Watson sexually assaulted them during private massage sessions. After Harris County declined to pursue criminal charges against Watson, he was traded to the Cleveland Browns who promptly gave him a new fully guaranteed contract worth – my goodness! – $230 million.

In the wake of the Watson trade and his new blockbuster contract, many people wondered if he would opt to settle the civil lawsuits and how much that settlement might be.  He did. In this post, we will offer an analysis of the potential settlement value of the Deshaun Watson sexual assault lawsuits. The cases have settled, but the amounts are confidential. Here, we speculate on the terms of the Watson settlement agreement with these women.

Our estimated settlement value for the Deshaun Watson civil lawsuits is between $1.5 to $2.5 million for each plaintiff for a total of $33-55 million. The basis for this estimated settlement amount is spelled out in this post.

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Sexual abuse in Nevada juvenile detention centers has devastating consequences for victims and their families, impacting their emotional, physical, and psychological well-being. These facilities are intended to provide rehabilitation and care for troubled youth. They often do just the opposite.  The facilities have many systemic failures that create environments where sexual abuse can flourish. Victims of such abuse deserve justice, and Nevada juvenile detention center sex abuse lawsuits are a powerful tool for holding institutions accountable. If you or your child has suffered from sexual abuse in a youth detention facility, you should consider hiring a good lawyer and pursuing compensation.

Filing a Nevada juvenile sex abuse lawsuit can help survivors obtain financial compensation for therapy, medical expenses, and other damages resulting from the abuse. It also holds institutions responsible for neglecting their duty to protect vulnerable youth. These lawsuits are about more than monetary recovery—they aim to expose failures in oversight, staffing, and safety protocols while pushing for reforms that ensure no child experiences such trauma again.

If you have a potential Nevada juvenile detention center sex abuse lawsuit, call us today at 800-553-8082 or contact us online for a free case evaluation.

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This page will discuss sexual abuse lawsuits involving Lakeside Academy in Michigan. Lakeside Academy was a residential treatment facility in western Michigan that housed many juveniles who were wards of the state. Lakeside shut down in 2020 after evidence surfaced that juvenile residents were victims of abuse by staff.

Victims of sexual abuse at Lakeside Academy can now bring civil lawsuits against the company that operated Lakeside for negligently failing to protect them from abuse. If you have a potential sex abuse lawsuit against Lakeside Academy, call our sex abuse lawyers today at 800-553-8082 or get a free online consultation.

About Lakeside Academy

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On this page we will look at civil lawsuits involving sexual abuse of juvenile at Harbor Oaks Hospital, a residential treatment center in New Baltimore, Michigan. Juvenile residents at Harbor Oaks have frequently been subject to sexual abuse and assault by staff.

Victims of sexual abuse at Harbor Oaks are now suing the hospital for negligently failing to protect them from abuse. If you have a potential sex abuse lawsuit against the Detroit Behavioral Institute call our sex abuse lawyers today at 800-553-8082 or get a free online consultation.

About Harbor Oaks Hospital

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On this page, our national sex abuse lawyers will look at civil lawsuits involving child sexual abuse at Rock River Academy, a residential treatment center for girls that was shut down in 2015.

If you are a victim, contact our sex abuse lawyers today at 800-553-8082 or contact us online.

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On this page ,our lawyers will look at civil lawsuits involving sexual abuse of juvenile inmates at Caliente Youth Center (“CYC”) in Nevada.

Sexual assault and abuse of juvenile detainees at CYC has been a major problem for many years. The Nevada Division of Child & Family Services (DCFS) is the agency responsible for the operation of CYC and it has been negligent in a variety of ways.

If you have a potential juvenile sex abuse lawsuit against Nevada Caliente Youth Center, contact our Nevada sex abuse lawyers today at 800-553-8082 or get a free online consultation.

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On this page, we will look at New Mexico juvenile detention center and residential treatment center sex abuse lawsuits and their settlement value. Recent evidence from investigations and lawsuits has emerged which shows that juvenile inmates in New Mexico are frequently victims of sexual assault and abuse. These victims can now file civil lawsuits against the state for negligently failing to take reasonable measures to protect them from this abuse.

About New Mexico Juvenile Detention Centers

In New Mexico, juvenile detention and correctional facilities are operated under the control and authority of the Children Youth & Families Department (CYFD). Unlike most other states, New Mexico does have any large, state operated juvenile detention center facilities. Instead, CYFD focuses primarily on non-confinement punishment and rehabilitation for juveniles.

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