Time to Sue for Sexual Abuse at Rosemead High School – El Monte Union High School District Sexual Abuse Lawyers
Were you sexually abused during your time as a student at Rosemead High School? If so, you are not alone. In the past few months, many former students have come forward and filed two separate lawsuits against the school district. You could have the right to file a child sex assault lawsuit against the El Monte Union High School District. For more information about your right to file a lawsuit – including the time that you have to pursue your claim – contact us today.
Our sex abuse lawyers here at the Downtown L.A. Law Group are more than ready to provide you with the guidance that you need to fight for your rights and get the justice that you are owed. No minor deserves to live through the trauma and suffering of sexual abuse. Our team is fully committed to fighting for the rights of survivors and helping them reach the highest recovery available for their claims. If you are ready to explore the legal options available to you, contact us today.
About the Latest Lawsuit against the El Monte Union High School DistrictA second lawsuit has been filed against the school district by a group of former students. The lawsuit was filed by nine women on July 24, 2024, in the Los Angeles County Superior Court. The lawsuit alleges that the nine women were sexually abused by teachers, coaches, and other staff while they were teenagers attending the school. The lawsuit alleges that the abuse occurred from 1992 to 2003. Additionally, the lawsuit alleges that student complaints of the sexual assault were ignored and that the school administration investigated but ultimately did nothing about the abuse.
One of the survivors pursuing this lawsuit claims that she was targeted by multiple school employees. She reportedly sought help from her mentor; however, instead of getting help, she was raped. The women claim that staff told them to wear revealing clothes and made comments towards students about having “bedroom eyes.” In the lawsuit, the women accuse the district of negligence, specifically for allowing the abuse the continue. Some of the teachers/staff named in the lawsuit are still district employees.
It is also important to note that some of the women did not know that they were victims until a recent article exposed the culture of sexual abuse at the high school; the article was written by a Rosemead High School alumnus.
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Can I file a lawsuit if I was sexually abused at Rosemead High School by a teacher? Yes, you could have the right to sue. You could sue for any sexual assault that occurred at Rosemead High School while you were a student. Your right to sue for sexual assault is based on the concept of negligence, that is the negligence of the school district.
School districts have the duty to keep their students safe. They must ensure that their employees do not pose a threat to minors. This means that they must subject employees to background checks, training, and proper supervision. In addition, it is important that school districts have the necessary policies and procedures in place to address and prevent sexual abuse.
To summarize, all school districts have a duty to keep their students safe from sexual assault at the hands of staff. When sexual abuse is suspected or reported by victims, the district must take action to stop the abuse and prevent other incidents. When school districts fail to do this or actively cover up the abuse, they can be held liable and could be sued by survivors. For more information about your right to file a lawsuit for the sexual assault that you suffered while you were a student at Rosemead High School, contact us today.
Can I Still Sue if I was Abused Many Years Ago?Yes, you could still have the right to sue even if the abuse happened a long time ago. It might have already been decades since you were a student at Rosemead High School; regardless, you may still have time to pursue a lawsuit for the sexual abuse that you suffered. In fact, if you are 40 or younger, you may have more than enough time to pursue a claim. Even if you are above the age of 40, you may still have the right to sue. Below, we will discuss the deadlines that apply to these types of claims.
What is a Statute of Limitations?The term “statute of limitations” refers to a deadline that applies to all claims. This deadline determines the total length of time that claimants have to pursue their claims. If claimants do not file their claims on time, then they can lose their right to sue entirely. Ultimately, the statute of limitations is designed to ensure that defendants do not face claims that they cannot defend themselves against due to too much time passing and do ensure that claimants take prompt action. In general, personal injury claims are subject to a deadline of just a few years. However, child sex abuse claims are subject to an extended statute of limitations.
How Long Do I Have to Sue?How long do I have to sue if I was sexually abused at Rosemead High School when I was a student? This is a very important question. Determining the deadline that applies to your claim is essential to preserving your right to sue and seek justice.
Under California law, specifically, under AB 218, victims of child sexual assault have an extended time to pursue their lawsuits. That is, survivors of child sex assault have until the age of 40 to file their lawsuits. Under this law, there is also a 5-year discovery rule. Therefore, survivors have up to 5 years from the date of discovery of the harm caused by the abuse to file their claims.
This discovery rule is very important considering that victims of child sex assault often suffer from repressed memories, so they do not remember the abuse. They might be dealing with the consequences of the abuse without really knowing the root cause. For example, they might have problems with authority figures. For those with repressed memories, the abuse may come to light after therapy, counseling, or even after having a similar experience, etc.
For more information about the total time that you have to file your Rosemead High School sexual assault lawsuit against the El Monte Union High School District, contact us today. Our team will make sure that your claim is filed on time.
If it has been many years since you were sexually assaulted, you might be unsure of how to proceed. Consider some of the following recommendations:
- Gather all medical records, including records related to any physical injuries or mental/emotional harm such as records from your mental health professional
- Gather any evidence available, including photos of visible injuries, diary entries, email messages, text messages, etc.
- Gather any copies of reports of the abuse made to the school and/or school district
- Gather names of possible witnesses and their contact information
- Seek legal assistance with an experienced sexual assault lawyer as soon as possible
We understand that it could be very difficult to figure out how to start the legal process for sex abuse especially when the abuse happened a long time ago. Survivors might be unsure of their rights and the legal options available to them. Many survivors might feel stuck because they do not know what to do next. Here at our law firm, we are ready to guide you every step of the way. We urge you to reach out to our legal team as soon as possible.
Contact the Downtown L.A. Law Group TodayConsidering that Rosemead High School has thousands of students every year, it is very likely that there are countless victims of sexual abuse who are yet to come forward. Even if it has been decades since you were a student at the high school and since you were sexually assaulted by school staff, you may still have the right to file a lawsuit and recover compensation. Our legal team here at the Downtown L.A. Law Group are fully committed to fighting for your rights and helping you get justice. Our team is not afraid to take on any negligent entity to fight for the rights of survivors of child sex assault. If you are ready to explore your right to sue the El Monte Union High School District, contact us today. Remember, your claim is subject to a deadline, so you should seek legal help as soon as possible.
We offer free case evaluations, which include free consultations and free second opinions. During these free legal services, our team will be available to answer all your questions, address all your concerns, and provide you with all the information that you need to begin or continue your school sexual assault lawsuit. If you are ready to speak with our legal team, schedule a free case evaluation at your earliest convenience. Let us help you get justice!
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