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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.

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Victims of sexual abuse or sexual assault can file civil lawsuits against their abuser and other third parties, such as schools, churches, etc. Our sex abuse lawyers help victims get financial compensation by filing civil lawsuits against parties who negligently allowed the abuse to occur or failed to prevent it.

In this post, we will discuss the process of filing a civil lawsuit for sexual abuse in North Carolina. We will look at the relevant laws regarding sex abuse and the average settlement value of these cases.

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This page will look at civil lawsuits involving the sexual abuse of juvenile inmates at the Illinois Youth Center Harrisburg (IYC Harrisburg). IYC Harrisburg was the scene of widespread inmate abuse and mistreatment, including sexual abuse of juvenile inmates by the staff members who were supposed to be protecting them. The Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice had a legal obligation to protect juvenile detainees at IYC Harrisburg (and other IYC facilities) but negligently enabled the abuse of inmates at Harrisburg to occur. Civil lawsuits are now being brought by former inmates who were the victims of abuse. 

If you have a potential sex abuse lawsuit against IYC Harrisburg our Illinois sex 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. 

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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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Truck accident injury lawsuits are significantly different that normal auto accident lawsuits.  Cases involving commercial truck accidents are more complex and have higher stakes than your standard car accident.  Getting a lawyer with experience handling these cases is critical if you want to maximize your settlement payout.

This page will look at Atlanta truck accident cases. Our truck accident lawyers will review key points of truck accident law in Georgia and examine the average settlement value of Atlanta tractor-trailer truck accident cases.

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Below is a brief review of some critical points of law related to personal injury lawsuits in Louisiana, such as how long you can wait to file a lawsuit and what damages a plaintiff can recover. We also look at Louisiana settlement amounts and jury payouts.

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Louisana Juvenile Detention Center Lawsuits

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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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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.

Recent Georgia Sex Abuse Lawsuit News

January 6, 2025: Another Uber Sex Abuse Lawsuit

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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.

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