Penny Lane Centers Child Lawsuit Lawyer

Yes, you can sue Penny Lane Centers for monetary damages if you were sexually abused at one of their locations. This organization offers a wide array of services for children and families, and as a result, there are many adults coming in and out of the facility all throughout the day. Constant supervision, security measures, and other safety protocols must be in place to keep minors from being assaulted or abused.

Penny Lane Centers may also be liable for incidents that occur outside their premises under the state’s mandatory reporter laws. Because the organization works directly with kids on a daily basis, they are considered mandatory reporters. That means they are required to report allegations or suspicion of child abuse, even if they did not witness the event or have supporting evidence. If there are signs that a child is being abused, staff members and administrators at the center must contact the police and/or child protective services.

In most of these cases, it’s obvious that the people in charge were aware of sexual abuse against one or more children, but they failed to act appropriately. Perhaps they were trying to protect a staff member, but more often than not, they are concerned about their image and ensuring that government funds and donations do not come to a standstill due to allegations of child abuse.

Our law firm will not stand by and allow these individuals to get away with their negligence and misconduct. We are tireless in our commitment to those who were sexually abused as children, and we look forward to advising you on the available legal options.

Overall, most lawsuits for sexual abuse at a Penny Lane Center are settled for around $1,000,000 to $5,000,000. However, compensation amounts can range from $450,000 to $10,000,000 based on many issues that are specific to your case. The degree of injuries to the victim is a critical factor, which is why lawsuits for sexual assault usually result in higher payments compared to cases of sexual harassment. Negligence plays an important role as well, i.e., how the defendant failed in their duty of care to prevent sexual abuse or protect a child once they were notified of the abuse.

Ultimately, how much a lawsuit is worth depends on many factors that are unique to each victim of sexual abuse. That’s why you should contact a Penny Lane Center child abuse law firm if you would like to find out the approximate value of your case.

Settling a sexual abuse claim against a non-profit organization can take 1 to 2 years on average, though cases that are tried in court will probably take over 3 years. We do have cases that are settled within 6 months, but these are the exception to the rule. Many of the clients we represent are adults who were sexually abused 10 or more years ago, and these cases are especially complicated. But any lawsuit for the sexual abuse of a minor takes considerable time and effort, so we expect that at least 12 months is needed to recover a favorable settlement.

Our lawyers are here to assist you if you need more information on how long it will take to settle your case. Contact us today and schedule a free case evaluation.

The time limit to file a Penny Lane Center child sex abuse lawsuit is 22 years, starting from when you are 18, which is the legal age of adulthood in California. Essentially, adult survivors of child sexual assault / harassment have until 40 years of age if they wish to sue for monetary compensation. But you can also file a lawsuit according to the 5-year discovery rule, which has to do with the realization of injuries that were caused by childhood sexual abuse.

Children often repress memories of traumatic events, like being molested by an adult they love and respect. Most of them keep the secret to themselves, but even those that are brave enough to speak out are discouraged from seeking help. If anything, administrators or staff members at the facility may threaten them or bribe them into silence. They may even try to convince the child that it was all a misunderstanding, or there is no evidence to support their allegations. In short, there are many reasons why a victim suppresses incidents of sexual abuse for many years.

Unfortunately, suppression of child abuse causes mental health issues that are difficult to live with, which is why many of these victims eventually go to therapy. A licensed counselor can help them talk about the abuse they suffered and show them how they were injured by these events. This point of discovery can be used as the starting date for the statute of limitations for a lawsuit, even if you are over 40 years old. In other words, you have 5 years to sue Penny Lane Centers if there is a delayed discovery of bodily harm or emotional injury from sexual abuse during childhood.

The Penny Lane child abuse lawyers of DTLA Law Group are ready to listen to your story and help you determine the best course of action if you were sexually abused as a minor. We have been fighting for sexual abuse victims and their families for several decades, and we know what it takes to bring you maximum payment for your physical and emotional injuries.

To ensure that you understand your rights, we will provide you with a free consultation. If you decide to proceed with a lawsuit, you can hire us for free under the Zero Fee Guarantee. This is a policy where all legal fees are billed to the party you are suing and paid to us as a part of your settlement check. If we don’t succeed in recovering your settlement, you owe us absolutely nothing.

For a discussion on suing Penny Lane Centers for child sexual abuse, please contact our law firm.

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