Elementary School Teacher in Chino Arrested for Alleged Child Abuse – School Child Sex Abuse Lawyers
An elementary school teacher in Chino has been arrested and booked on suspicion of child abuse after reports that he assaulted a student inside a classroom. In a news release, the city of Chino confirmed that the teacher, Ray Crummitt (62-year-old male from West Covina), was reported to have physically assaulted a student in a classroom at EJ Marshall Elementary School (located on the 12000 block of Telephone Avenue.
Crummitt was booked at the West Valley Detention Center on suspicion of child abuse and has been placed on administrative leave by the school district. Details on the abuse have not been released.
Unfortunately, abuse in schools is relatively common. Teachers and other school staff take advantage of their positions and harm students. If your child was physically assaulted by a teacher at EJ Marshal Elementary School or any other elementary school, it is important that you seek legal assistance as soon as possible – you may have the right to sue.
Here at the Downtown L.A. Law Group, our legal team is committed to providing you with the guidance that you need to fight for your rights and recover the compensation that you are owed. Our team has experience in child abuse claims and is ready to go above it all to get you and your family justice. If you are ready to speak with our team, contact us today.
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Examples of assault include the following:
- Pushing
- Punching
- Kicking
- Pulling hair
- Grabbing
- Tackling
- Dragging
- Cutting
- Burning
No matter the specific abuse that occurred, children can suffer significant harm. Possible injuries include head injuries, facial injuries, broken nose, broken teeth, broken jaw, traumatic brain injuries, neck injuries, back injuries, spinal cord injuries, fractures, lacerations, scrapes, and bruises. In addition to physical injuries, assault at the hands of a teacher can also potentially result in extensive mental and emotional harm, which can include depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, fear, etc.
No matter the specific harm that your child suffered, it is important to seek legal assistance to explore the options available to you and your family.
Can I Sue If a Teacher Physically Assaulted My Child?Yes, you could sue. School districts have a duty to ensure that their staff (teachers, assistants, office staff, janitors, etc.) do not pose a danger to children. There are different things that the district can do to ensure the safety of children in schools. This starts as early as the hiring process; they must subject all prospective employees to background checks. Once cleared and hired, then employees must be properly trained and properly supervised. Of course, it is also essential for the district to have policies in place – this may include zero-tolerance policies, procedures for reporting/investigating, etc. When the district fails to identify and address child abuse – and, in some cases, actively covers it up – the district could be liable for all resulting harm and could be sued. If you are interested in learning more about your right to file a lawsuit, contact the experts here at our law firm today.
What Compensation Is Available?In general, the compensation available for assault and battery claims can include the following:
- Medical costs
- Lost income
- Pain and suffering
- Punitive damages
- Legal fees
Here at our law firm, our experts are ready to provide you with the guidance that you need to fight for your right to recovery. Our team is committed to getting our clients the maximum recovery available for their claims. Based on specific case details, including the type of injuries suffered, the extent of the injuries, permanency of the injuries, and more, these cases can be worth anywhere from $300,000 to $1.5 million – sometimes even more.
If you have any questions about the possible value of your claim or the compensation that you could ultimately be awarded, contact us today. Our team is ready to fight for your rights and get you the recovery that you are owed.
All claims are subject to a statute of limitations. The statute of limitations determines the total length of time that claimants have to sue. If claimants fail to file their claims on time, then they can lose the right to sue entirely. In general, assault and battery claims are subject to a two-year statute of limitations. However, claims involving schools and school districts are government claims, so they are subject to a much shorter six-month deadline. After filing the initial claim, claimants can have either have an additional six months or up to two years to file their lawsuits. If you are unsure of the total length of time that you have to file your claim, contact us today.
The Downtown L.A. Law Group Can Help You!Unfortunately, children can suffer abuse in schools at the hands of their teachers and other staff. Here at our law firm, our team is committed to getting victims and their families justice. Our team has decades of experience handling child abuse claims; we are ready to fight for your rights and get you the compensation that you deserve. Here at our firm, we are proud to offer free legal services, which include free consultations and free second opinions. During these free legal services, our lawyers will be available to answer all questions, address all concerns, and provide you with all the information necessary to pursue your claim and fight for your rights. These are available through our Zero-Fee Guarantee, meaning that our clients will never have to worry about paying upfront legal fees. Since our firm also works on contingency, clients are not responsible for legal fees if their claims are unsuccessful.
If you are ready to speak with our Chino child abuse lawyers, contact us today. Let us get you and your child justice.
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