How Long Does it Take for a Butte Juvenile Detention Center Sexual Abuse Lawsuit to Settle?

It takes 6 months or less to settle a Butte County Juvenile Hall sexual abuse lawsuit if the victim was recently abused and details of the case are relatively straightforward. In some instances, we are able to settle a juvenile hall sexual assault lawsuit within 4 to 8 weeks.

However, it will take longer for a Butte Juvenile Detention Center sexual assault case to settle for incidents that go back many years. The available evidence (or lack thereof) and resistance by the county to admit liability also impacts the amount of time to reach a settlement. Based on the necessary legal actions, it can take 1 to 3 years before a settlement is achieved in these lawsuits. Sexual abuse cases that go to trial can take over 3 years, though most cases (over 95%) are settled without intervention from the courts.

Amount of Time for a Butte Juvenile Detention Center Sexual Abuse Lawsuit Case to Settle

It takes around 4 to 8 weeks to settle a Butte Juvenile Detention Center sexual assault lawsuit if the defendant is willing to negotiate a fair compensation amount. But it’s rare for a government employee or agency to admit that they are guilty of sexual abuse against minors at a juvenile hall. With that in mind, settling a Butte Juvenile Detention Center sexual abuse class action lawsuit will take 6 to 24 months on average.

The type of legal action you are filing also plays a role in the settlement process. It will take 2 to 5 years to settle a Butte Juvenile Detention Center sex abuse lawsuit if you are filing a class action lawsuit. Class actions often take longer to settle than personal injury lawsuits due to the number of victims, filing requirements, and other issues. It takes 6 to 24 months to settle a Butte Juvenile Detention Center abuse lawsuit if you file a claim on your own. However, it’s possible that your case will take up to several years if going to trial is the best option.

How Many Years Does it Take to Settle a Butte Juvenile Detention Center Abuse Lawsuit?

On average, it takes 1 to 2 years to negotiate a sexual abuse settlement against Butte Juvenile Detention Center. Sometimes, it takes 6 months or less to settle a Butte Juvenile Hall abuse lawsuit, though this is the exception, rather than the rule.

Claims involving extensive injuries to the victim (physical or emotional) can take 3 years or more from start to finish. This is based on a variety of factors, including the amount of compensation that the victim is entitled to. Many cases exceed $1,000,000, but some lawsuits are worth $5,000,000 or more, and these are the cases that usually take the longest to resolve.

To get a better understanding of the settlement process and how it applies to your situation as a childhood sexual abuse victim, contact our law firm.

Class Action Lawsuits for Sexual Assault at a Juvenile Hall

Settling a Butte Juvenile Detention Center sexual abuse class action lawsuit will take over 1 year in most cases. As with personal injury lawsuits, it’s possible that a Butte County Juvenile Hall lawsuit will settle in 6 to 12 months, but this is not the standard for a class action claim.

Normally, it takes 12 to 36 months to reach a settlement in a juvenile hall class action sexual assault lawsuit. If continued resistance by county officials makes it impossible to negotiate a settlement, we will prepare to try your case before a judge and jury. But it’s more than likely that your case will settle before the trial date, probably with help from a certified mediator.

As we’ve mentioned before, a class action lawsuit is not the right choice for everyone. We strongly recommend that you speak to a Butte Juvenile Detention Center sexual abuse class action lawyer at our office. That way, you can make an informed choice on whether or not to join a class action claim with others that were abused at Butte County Juvenile Hall.

Free Legal Services for Child Sexual Abuse Victims

Those who were sexually abused at a juvenile detention facility should not have to worry about legal fees when seeking justice from a county agency. Our law firm is more than happy to represent you for $0 upfront, whether you start a lawsuit with us or continue an existing lawsuit for sexual abuse at Butte County Juvenile Hall.

It all starts with a free initial consultation or free second opinion with one of our attorneys. If you decide that we are the right law firm to handle your case, we will work on contingency and receive a portion of your settlement award as payment. If we don’t win your case, we have a Zero Fee Guarantee in place so that you won’t be billed for any of our expenses.

Since there’s nothing to lose, please take a moment to contact us and speak to a lawyer with experience in sexual abuse lawsuits against Butte County Juvenile Detention Center.