Sex Abuse

January 7, 2025

Illinois Residential Treatment Facility Sex Abuse Lawsuits

This page explains sexual abuse lawsuits against residential treatment facilities in Illinois. Residential treatment facilities have become very popular in recent years, and the state of Illinois commonly sends juveniles in state custody to these facilities.

Recent reports and our investigations make clear that sexual abuse of residents is a major problem at these facilities. Victims of sexual abuse at residential treatment centers can file civil lawsuits against the facility and get compensation for their injuries.

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January 6, 2025

California Juvenile Detention Sex Abuse Lawsuit

by Ronald V. Miller, Jr.

This page will look at sex abuse lawsuits involving inmates at California juvenile detention center facilities and the potential settlement value of these cases. Recent investigations and reports have exposed the sad reality that child inmates in California’s juvenile detention centers are often victims of sexual abuse and assault by staff and other inmates.

Thanks to new laws in California, victims of sexual assault and abuse at juvenile facilities in California are now able to file civil sex abuse lawsuits against the state and its agencies for failing to protect them. Our firm is currently accepting California juvenile detention center sex abuse lawsuits. There is a lot of talk that there will be a global California detention center settlement very soon. You do not want to be left out. Call us at 800-553-8082 or contact us online.

History of Abuse at California Juvenile Detention Centers

January 4, 2025

Mormon Church Sex Abuse Lawsuits

by Ronald V. Miller, Jr.

On this page, our lawyers will discuss sexual abuse lawsuits against the Mormon Church (Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints). We will explain the legal requirements for bringing a sex abuse lawsuit against churches and we will also examine the average settlement payout value of these cases.

Our expectation is that there will be a global LDS Church sex abuse settlement in 2025. If this happens, you want to act now to have the opportunity to participate in a global settlement. Contact us today at 800-553-8082 or get a free consultation.

LDS Church Sex Abuse News & Updates

January 4, 2025

Indiana Sex Abuse Lawsuits

by Ronald V. Miller, Jr.

Victims of sexual abuse or sexual assault have the right to file civil lawsuits and get financial compensation. Recent changes in the law are now making it easier for abuse victims to seek justice in the civil courts. This post will discuss how sex abuse victims can file civil lawsuits in Indiana and look at the potential settlement value of these cases.

January 4, 2025

Georgia Sex Abuse Lawsuits

by Ronald V. Miller, Jr.

This page will look at civil sex abuse lawsuits in Georgia. We will discuss the steps involved in filing a sex abuse lawsuit in Georgia. We will also discuss average settlement amounts and jury payouts in Georgia sex abuse cases and look at recent verdicts and settlements.

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January 3, 2025

Devereux Sex Abuse Lawsuit

by Ronald V. Miller, Jr.

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health (Devereux) operates mental health treatment facilities across the U.S. Like many other behavioral health companies, Devereux has come under scrutiny recently for neglecting patients, particularly juveniles, in its facilities and leaving them vulnerable to sexual abuse.

This page will look at sex abuse lawsuits against Devereux by former residential mental health patients who were sexually abused or assaulted while at a Devereux facility.

About Devereux

January 3, 2025

Virginia Sex Abuse Lawsuits

by Ronald V. Miller, Jr.

If you were the victim of sexual abuse or assault, either as a child or an adult, you have the right to bring a civil lawsuit against both your abuser and any school, company, or organization that might be liable for the abuse.

In this post, we will provide a brief overview of sexual abuse lawsuits in Virginia. We will look at the Virginia statute of limitations for sex abuse civil cases and the potential settlement value of these cases. We will also discuss how a new proposed law in Virginia could make it much easier for child sex abuse victims to bring lawsuits. If you have a Virginia sex abuse case, contact us today for a free consultation at 800-553-8082.

Virginia Sex Abuse Lawsuit Updates

January 2, 2025

Kansas Sex Abuse Lawsuits

by Ronald V. Miller, Jr.

The page explains how a Kansas sexual abuse lawsuit works. Our lawyers examine how Kansas law defines sexual abuse and assault and when victims of sex abuse can file civil lawsuits and get compensation. We will also analyze the potential settlement value of sex abuse lawsuits in Kansas.

Kansas Sex Abuse Lawsuits News and Updates

January 7, 2024: In 2024, Kansas did not see any significant appellate opinions directly addressing civil sexual abuse lawsuits. The most relevant decision for sex abuse attorneys and survivors was in Unruh v. City of Wichita, a case that involved claims of excessive force during an arrest rather than sexual abuse. This ruling by the Kansas Supreme Court provides insights into the distinction between intentional torts and negligence, a critical issue for framing claims in civil sexual abuse lawsuits.

December 28, 2024

Caliente Youth Center Sex Abuse Lawsuits

by Ronald V. Miller, Jr.

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.

December 27, 2024

New Mexico Juvenile Detention Sex Abuse Lawsuits

by Ronald V. Miller, Jr.

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.