The Sacramento County Boys’ Ranch is a detention facility for male youth offenders, located at 14049 Boys Ranch Rd, Sloughhouse, CA 95683. The facility was closed in 1989, then reopened until it was closed again in 2010 due to budget cuts. In addition, the state of California was moving towards more humane and therapeutic forms of rehabilitation for juvenile inmates. As a result, many detention centers like Sacramento County Boys Ranch, which were essentially youth prisons, were permanently shut down.
Even if a juvenile facility is closed, it doesn’t erase events like physical assault and sexual abuse that took place behind closed doors. We know for a fact that sexual assault and harassment is rampant at places that serve troubled youths, like juvenile camps, rehab centers, and foster care group homes.
The truth is, these places are a magnet for pedophiles and other people who take pleasure in abusing children. Even worse, they are enabled by county officials, who put aside their commitment to juvenile inmates and instead, hide or destroy evidence or physical or sexual abuse. Victims who go to someone for help are often punished or denied basic necessities, which is why they choose to stay quiet. In some cases, the abuser is removed from the facility, but only for a short while or as part of a transfer to another juvenile detention center.
While there are many changes in recent years that provide greater protection to youth offenders, county agencies cannot be allowed to get away with their negligence for so many years. That’s why our law firm would like to speak with you if you were abused by someone that worked for the Sacramento County Boys Ranch. We know that coming forward is extremely difficult, and we want to assure you that there is no pressure to file a lawsuit or do anything you are not ready for. Our goal is to provide you with advice and give you hope that justice is possible, even if you were assaulted or abused 10, 20, or 30 years ago.
To schedule a free case review with a juvenile hall sexual abuse attorney, contact our law firm.
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Filing a Class Action Lawsuit against Sacramento County Boys’ Ranch
Los Angeles and other counties in California have seen a significant rise in claims for sexual abuse at juvenile halls within their borders. Many of these lawsuits are filed as class action claims, meaning that many former inmates have filed for compensation under the same lawsuit.
Class action lawsuits can be a practical option in situations like sexual misconduct at youth detention centers. Instead of each person filing their own claim, it may be suitable for hundreds, perhaps even thousands of victims to join a lawsuit with each other. On the other hand, there are people who are better off filing a lawsuit by themselves, and this is why it’s essential to discuss your legal options with an attorney. A juvenile hall class action lawyer is here to help, so don’t hesitate to call us 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Average Value of a
Sacramento County Boys’ Ranch Sexual Assault Claim
Case values for the sexual assault of a minor typically start at around $1,500,000, while lawsuits for sexual exploitation (sexual harassment, for example) are usually worth less than $1,000,000. But you can generally expect payouts to be 6 to 7 figures, starting at around $400,000. For the most extreme incidents of sexual assault and negligence by the county, settlements may be upwards of $5,000,000. It’s important to recognize that there are many factors that impact the compensation amount for a juvenile inmate sexual abuse claim. To get a sense of what your own lawsuit is worth, call us today and talk to a Sacramento County Boys’ Ranch sexual abuse lawyer.
How Long Does a
Sacramento County Boys’ Ranch Sex Abuse Case Take to Settle?
We generally find that lawsuits for sexual abuse of minors take between 1 and 2 years to settle, especially when the responsible entity is the government. That’s precisely the situation if you are seeking damages from Sacramento County Boys Ranch, which is operated by Sacramento County. This is due to many factors, including the requirements to file a government liability claim, which are more complicated than the average personal injury case. Though it’s possible for a case to settle under 12 months, this is rare, particularly if you are part of the class action lawsuit.
Suing
Sacramento County Boys’ Ranch – How Much Time Do I have?
If you were of adult age (18 or older) when you were first sexually abused by a Sacramento County Boys’ Ranch staff member, you have 10 years to file a claim against the county. If you were younger than 18, you are allowed 22 years to sue Sacramento County, starting from the age of adulthood. Another way to look at it is the statute of limitations for child sexual assault and exploitation is the victim’s 40th birthday.
If you are older than 40, you may qualify for a lawsuit based on when you realized an injury (mental or physical) caused by sexual abuse at a juvenile detention center. The concept of repressed memories among sex abuse victims is well known, and unfortunately, this is why many of them struggle with mental health disorders and other health conditions. But they do not understand that this is the result of sexual abuse until much later in life, and the 5-year rule recognizes that the moment of discovery can happen at any age. For more information on the discovery rule for child sex abuse victims and any other questions about the deadline to file a juvenile hall sexual abuse claim, please contact our office.
Zero Fee Guarantee for Juvenile Camp Abuse Victims
How much it will cost to hire a lawyer is not an issue you’ll need to worry about here at Normandie Law Firm. The Zero Fee Guarantee provides you with free legal services if you were sexually abused as an inmate at Sacramento County Boys’ Ranch. We obtain payment by asking for legal fees to be included in your settlement check. In other words, winning your lawsuit is the only way we get paid.
To receive a free consultation and learn about your rights and legal options, contact us as soon as possible.
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