Camp Glenwood Juvenile Inmate Sexual Abuse Attorney

You have probably come across many stories in the news about former inmates suing for rape, sexual harassment, and other kinds of sexual abuse by juvenile hall staff members. These lawsuits are filed against various entities, including the county agency that’s in charge of the facility.

County probation departments in California have a long history of failing the children that are placed in juvenile detention centers. Administrators at these places have a tendency to look the other way when there are clear signs of misconduct by their employees. Some of them also go out of their way to protect the abusive staff member rather than the inmate, who is the vulnerable party in these situations. In the worst case scenario, youth offenders are beaten, threatened, or deprived of basic necessities if they “snitch” on the offender or insist on telling their parents or the police.

As you can see, negligence and misconduct by the people in charge is a major factor in the culture of child sexual abuse that exists at many juvenile halls and camp programs. This is why lawsuits are filed by former inmates, who have lived with the emotional scars of sexual abuse for many years. We are committed to fighting for your rights and ensuring that you are compensated by the county for its failure to keep you safe.

Possible damages from a Camp Glenwood sexual abuse lawsuit include:

• Pain and suffering
• Emotional distress
• Medical expenses, including cost of therapy and medications
• Lost income opportunities and wages
• Loss of consortium  
• Legal fees
• Punitive damages 

At the end of the day, there is no way to undo the harm and suffering that was inflicted on countless inmates of the juvenile justice system. However, we can stand with the victims and make sure they receive compensation from the county. It’s important to note that these lawsuits are not just about money; it’s about accountability and ensuing that county officials do not get away with turning a blind eye to the sexual abuse of minors.

Victims of sexual abuse at Camp Glenwood can choose to join a class action lawsuit against San Mateo County. This type of lawsuit is filed by many people – sometimes hundreds or thousands – who all suffered at the hands of the same individual or entity. Currently, there are numerous lawsuits against Los Angeles and other counties in California for decades of physical and sexual abuse against juveniles in their facilities. You too, can seek justice through the court system by filing a claim with others who have been devastated by the impact of sexual assault and exploitation. For a free consultation with a Camp Glenwood class action lawsuit attorney, contact our law firm.

If you were sexually abused at Camp Glenwood while you were a minor (under 18 years old), the deadline to file a lawsuit is whenever you turn 40 years old. In essence, you are given 22 years from the age of adulthood to sue the county of San Mateo for monetary damages. If you were 18 years old when the abuse occurred, you have 10 years from the incident date (or date of most recent incident) to file a lawsuit for inmate sexual abuse.

With child sex abuse cases, the statute of limitations can change depending on when the victim realizes the harm they suffered from these incidents. Delayed discovery of psychological damage from sexual assault is very common in those who were abused as children. That’s why it’s plausible that the victim may not understand the connection between their mental suffering and the abuse at Camp Glenwood for many years. If the victim is past the age of 40 at the point of realization, they have 5 years to file a lawsuit, starting from the date of discovery.

If you need help figuring out how long you have for a juvenile inmate sex abuse claim, don’t hesitate to give us a call. Our legal experts are here 24/7 to help with all your questions and concerns.

At our law firm, you’ll never have to worry about the cost of hiring a lawyer with experience in juvenile hall sexual abuse cases. DTLA Law Group is a contingency-based law firm, so we never charge upfront if you need a lawyer to fight for you and the compensation you deserve. With our Zero Fee Guarantee, we receive compensation directly from San Mateo County. As our payment is included in your settlement check, we only get paid by winning your case.

Please take a moment to contact us and schedule a free case review if you were sexually abused at Camp Glenwood, located at 400 Log Cabin Ranch Rd, La Honda, California, 94020.

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