Are you a former inmate of John A. Davis Juvenile Hall, also known as Contra Costa County Juvenile Hall? Were you subjected to sexual assault, grooming, solicitation, and other sexual misconduct while you were staying at the facility?
John A. Davis Juvenile Hall is a maximum security detention center located in Martinez, California. It is the largest juvenile hall in California, with 10 housing units for 270 inmates. Most inmates are under 18 (minors), but the maximum age for youth offenders is 25. Due to the variations in age, level of offense, gender, etc., the residents are separated into 10 housing units, where they receive medical and mental health services. Education is provided at the Mt. McKinley School, which is a fully accredited school for juvenile inmates.
It seems like John A. Davis has the necessary tools to provide youths with rehabilitation and opportunities for success. But these tools must be implemented by caring and responsible administrators, who prioritize the health and safety of inmates above all else. In reality, these places have failed children on a consistent basis due to careless and negligent behaviors. Or, there is outright misconduct by the people in charge, which enables child abusers and cultivates an environment of sexual and physical assault.
If you are looking for a sexual abuse law firm with decades of experience, contact the offices of DTLA Law Group. Our lawyers can advise you of your rights and help you obtain the compensation you deserve for the harm you’ve suffered.
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Can I Sue if I was Sexually Abused at John A. Davis Juvenile Hall?
Yes, you are able to sue for monetary damages if you were sexually abused while staying at John A. Davis Juvenile Hall. Sexual assault by juvenile hall employees has always been a problem in detention centers throughout California, and much of it can be blamed on poor leadership, lack of supervision, and prioritizing money and public image over a child’s safety.
You have probably noticed that when these lawsuits are announced in the news, the defendant is the county or a specific agency, like the Contra Costa County Probation Department. Certainly, the person that molested or solicited the child is directly liable for their injuries. But how did such an incident occur in the first place? Have there been other allegations of sexual abuse against the individual? Did a proper investigation take place when inmates complained of inappropriate behavior by a probation officer, teacher, therapist, etc.?
Sadly, there is a dismal failure by probation officials when it comes to the protection of juvenile inmates. Some of them are direct participants in the abuse, or they conceal evidence like photos and video that clearly indicates physical and sexual assault of an inmate. In many cases, the complaint simply slips through the cracks, and the victim is left without answers while their abuser continues working at the facility as if nothing happened.
This type of neglect at youth detention centers went unchecked for many years, until the laws for child sexual abuse were greatly modified several years ago. More and more victims are contacting us to explore their legal options, so please take a moment to schedule a free case review with a John A. Davis Juvenile Hall sexual abuse lawyer.
How can I File a Class Action Lawsuit against John A. Davis Juvenile Hall?
If you have thought about joining a class action lawsuit against John A. Davis Juvenile Hall, contact us right away to speak with a sexual abuse class action lawyer. That way, you can learn more about the process of filing a claim along with many others who were sexually abused at Contra Costa County Juvenile Hall.
You may have noticed that class action lawsuits against juvenile halls have been in the news quite often in the past few years. One reason for this phenomenon is changes in the laws that protect victims of childhood sexual abuse. Victims have also been encouraged to come forward by movements like #MeToo, which is another reason that so many people have contacted us to seek justice for sexual assault and harassment.
Our legal team is here to answer all your questions and guide you through the process of suing John A. Davis Juvenile Hall. To file a child sexual abuse class action claim, please give us a call.
Average Settlement for a
John A. Davis Juvenile Hall Sex Abuse Lawsuit
The average amount of compensation for sexual abuse at John A. Davis Juvenile Hall is between $2,500,000 and $5,000,000 if you were sexually assaulted as a minor. On the other hand, if the abuse involved acts of sexual harassment, case values may be around $500,000 to $1,500,000.
Keep in mind that average case values are a reference tool, meaning they should be used for general purposes only. How much you can receive from a John A. Davis Juvenile Hall sexual abuse claim depends on various factors that are unique to each individual client. No matter the circumstance, calculating a fair payment amount for a sexual abuse case is a complicated process. As a general rule, we would say that most adult survivors of childhood sexual assault / abuse receive between $1,000,000 and $5,000,000. However, you must consult an experienced juvenile hall sexual misconduct lawyer to determine how much your lawsuit is worth.
How Long it Takes to Settle a John A. Davis Juvenile Hall Sexual Abuse Lawsuit
The vast majority of John A. Davis Juvenile Hall sexual assault lawsuits take 1 to 2 years to settle. Of course, this is solely an estimate based on our record of settlements and trial verdicts, so it’s possible that your own lawsuit may be settled faster. Sometimes, a settlement with Contra Costa County can be reached in 6 months or less, but these occurrences are fairly uncommon. On the other end of the spectrum, juvenile inmate abuse lawsuits can take over 3 years if we need to take your case to trial.
Please note that well over 90% of all sexual abuse lawsuits are settled before the trial date, so in reality, it’s very unlikely that your case will appear before a judge and jury.
How Much Time Do I have to Sue John A. Davis Juvenile Hall for Sexual Abuse?
The deadline to file a John A. David Juvenile Hall inmate sexual abuse lawsuit is based on how old you were at the time of the abuse (or the last incident of abuse). If you were 18 or older, you are classified as an adult, so you would have 10 years from the incident date to submit a claim for monetary damages. However, most inmates who were sexually abused at the facility were minors at the time (under 18). The time limit to sue for sexual abuse during childhood is one of the following:
- The date of your 40th birthday
- Up to 5 years of discovering an injury resulting from sexual abuse during your childhood
Under California law, those who were sexually abused as children have 22 years following the age of adulthood (18) to file a civil lawsuit. If the statute of limitations has expired on their case, they may qualify for a lawsuit if they meet the requirements of the 5-year discovery rule. This legal concept has to do with the realization of psychological or physical harm that was caused by sexual abuse.
Essentially, many victims that contact us have been silent about the abuse they suffered for many years. Either they never told anyone, or they were told to stay quiet by juvenile hall administrators, and maybe even their loved ones. Regardless of the reason, most children are forced to suppress the memories of sexual abuse, and this continued repression almost always results in mental health disorders.
By the time these individuals realize they need help, it may be decades after they were abused by a predatory adult at John A. Davis Juvenile Hall. Thus, there was a delayed discovery of injuries from being sexually abused, which means the victim is allowed 5 years to bring forth a lawsuit against Contra Costa County.
Zero Fee Guarantee for Sexual Abuse Victims
DTLA Law Group is ready to fight for the compensation you deserve if you were abused sexually due to negligence and misconduct at John A. Davis Juvenile Hall. We will not stand by and watch these officials keep their jobs and continue to aid in the abuse of children year after year. It’s time that these people were held accountable, and a lawsuit for sexual abuse is the best way to achieve that goal.
Filing a lawsuit is completely up to you, but we would like the opportunity to provide you with advice regarding your rights and legal options. If you decide to sue for monetary damages, we will represent for $0 and wait to get paid by Contra Costa County. And if we don’t recover your settlement, there is a Zero Fee Guarantee to ensure that you won’t be responsible for any legal fees.
Call us 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to speak with a lawyer who can sue for sexual abuse at a juvenile detention facility.
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