How Much Can I be Awarded for My MacLaren Hall Sexual Abuse Lawsuit?

For many years, there were reports of abuse against MacLaren Hall but nothing was really done about the matter. In 2002, a class action lawsuit claiming that residents were not getting the services that they needed resulted in the facility closing down. Recently, there has been another class action lawsuit. The lawsuit was filed by 12 victims describing MacLaren Hall as a “house of horrors.” According to the lawsuit, the claimants were sexually abused at the foster care facility. Some of the victims were as young as 5 years old and were pulled out of their beds during the night and abused. Victims who spoke up about the abuse were often ignored and further abused by their attackers for speaking up.

Without a doubt, abuse is very common in the foster care system. Some argue that abuse is common due to a failure in screening, training, and supervising facility employees. Of course, the failure to take reports of abuse seriously also contributes to the number of incidents. In many cases, reports of sexual abuse were lost or destroyed. In other cases, the reported employee is simply transferred either to a new unit or a new facility, increasing the risk of additional abuse.

There is no doubt that the foster care facilities and the agencies that oversee them are liable and must be held accountable. If you or a loved one suffered child sexual abuse at MacLaren Hall, it is essential that you seek legal assistance as soon as possible.

Here at Kenmore Law Group, our lawyers are more than ready to provide you with the guidance that you need to fight for your rights and recover the payout that you are owed. Our lawyers have experience with all sorts of cases, including child sex abuse cases. If you are ready to discuss your legal options, contact the experts here at our law firm immediately.

How Much Compensation Can I Recover if I was Sexually Abused at MacLaren Hall?

Our law firm has been approached multiple times with this question. The specific amount of compensation that you could recover if you suffered sexual abuse at MacLaren Hall will always be based on the specific details of the incident – including the severity of the harm suffered and its effect on the rest of the victim’s life. The most recent MacLaren Hall lawsuit included a range of allegations including both groping and rape. In one of the most impacting accounts, one of the plaintiffs claims that she was impregnated by her rapist and forced to have the baby while still living at the foster care facility. Undeniably, sexual abuse can have lasting effects that cannot be ignored. Compensation, of course, does not make up for the harm suffered, but it can help cover some of expenses and losses resulting from the incident.

Some of the categories of compensation that claimants could potentially recover include some of the following:

• Medical expenses for the physical harm resulting from the abuse
• Mental health expenses for cost of treating the mental/emotional harm resulting from the abuse
• Pain and suffering
• Lost earning capacity and lost income
• Punitive damages
• Legal costs

For more information about the specific type and amount of compensation that you could be eligible to receive if your lawsuit is successful, do not hesitate to contact the experts here at our law firm as soon as possible. Our lawyers are ready to fight for your rights and help you recover the highest settlement available for your claim.

What is the Average Value of Foster Care Child Sex Abuse Cases? – Review of Past Settlements

What is the average value of these types of cases? There is no one value that can apply to all foster care sexual abuse cases. Consider some past case values, listed below:

• $1.25 million – the claimant sued for the abuse that he suffered in multiple foster homes that occurred before turning 3-years-old. The lawsuit alleged that the state agency and the foster agency failed to properly screen foster parents prior to placing the victim in homes, resulting in repeated abuse.
• $4 million – a boy with multiple physical disabilities was repeatedly raped and tortured by other minor residents at a facility. According to the lawsuit, the victim was repeatedly left alone with his attackers even though they had a history of being sexually violent. The facility took no action in the matter. As a result, the victim suffered permanent physical harm as well as mental/emotional harm.
• $6 million – the seven claimants suffered sexual abuse at a group home when they were 11 to 17 years old. They were abused by staff, directors, and other residents in the home.

As you can see, these settlement amounts vary significantly from case to case. For more information about the possible compensation that you could be eligible to receive if your lawsuit is successful, contact the experts here at our law firm immediately. Our lawyers are ready to provide you with all the information that you need to better understand the possible value of your claim.

How Long Can the Settlement Process Take If I File a Lawsuit? – The Factors that Affect Settlement

Unfortunately, there is no specific time that can apply to all cases of foster care sexual abuse. Depending on the case, the settlement process can take anywhere from a few months to a few years to reach a settlement. There are many factors that can contribute to the time that it takes to settle a claim. One of the most important being the dedication of your legal team. If your lawyer is not committed to your lawsuit, then your case could be negatively affected.

Another factor is the type of lawsuit that is being filed. Class action lawsuits, for instance, generally take a few years to settle. This is because of a combination of things, including the number of claimants involved in the class action and the fact that the lawsuit must be certified as a class action lawsuit. Undeniably, single lawsuits can also result in longer settlement process, especially when the lawsuit goes to trial.

Another factor to consider is whether the case is getting any media attention. Cases of child sex abuse, in general, tend to get a lot of negative media attention even more so if the case involves a foster care facility. In these cases, the defendants tend to be more willing to negotiate a settlement and close the case to put a stop to the negative media attention. Even if defendants are cooperative, it can take time to agree on the settlement. In some cases, even after a long negotiation process, a resolution is not reached, and the case must be taken to trial (the claimant must file the lawsuit). After filing a lawsuit, it can take at least another year to resolve the lawsuit and get a settlement.

Here at our law firm, our experts are ready to take care of your case and do whatever is necessary to resolve your settlement out of court. Normally, we request mediation soon after we file the lawsuit, which has been successful in the past. In cases where the defendant doesn’t budge at all, we move forward to take them to trial and ensure a fair verdict for our clients.

How Long Does It Take to Settle MacLaren Hall Child Sex Abuse Cases?

How long will I have to wait until my MacLaren Hall sex abuse case settles? How long until I can get my settlement? As already discussed above, there are many factors that can affect the time that a case takes to reach a settlement. Here at the Kenmore Law Group, we are committed to getting our clients the settlement that they are owed as quickly as possible. We can help you get the settlement for your MacLaren Hall sexual abuse case within a reasonable length of time.

In fact, we are dedicated to settling these cases in as little as six to eight months. We know that the settlement process can be very frustrating especially after already waiting many years for justice. Therefore, our goal is to secure your settlement within a reasonable length of time.

However, it is important for claimants to understand that the settlement process can be delayed for a number of reasons. Even the most insignificant of issues can delay the process. For instance, minor issues can make the settlement process take up to twelve months, and moderate issues can make the settlement process take up to eighteen months. Of course, serious issues can make the settlement process take up to 24 months, or 2 years. Unfortunately, some cases are so complex that they can take even longer to settle.

When you allow the experts here at our law firm to handle your claim, you can trust that our lawyers will always be upfront with you and inform you every step of the settlement process. Settling your case will always be our priority.

How Much Time Do I Have to File My Childhood Sexual Abuse Lawsuit?

How long do I have to sue for the sexual abuse that I suffered when I was a child living at MacLaren Hall? This is a very important question. All claims are subject to a statute of limitations, which determines the total length of time that claimants have to file their claims. If claimants fail to file their lawsuits on time, they could lose their right to sue entirely. So, how long do you have to file your claim? Under California Law, specifically under AB 218, victims of child sex abuse have up to the age of 40 or 5 years after discovering the harm resulting from the abuse (whichever comes later) to file their lawsuits. For more information about the total length of time that you have to file your child sexual abuse lawsuit against MacLaren Hall, contact us immediately.

Contact Kenmore Today! Talk to Our Lawyers with Experience in Child Sexual Abuse Cases

Here at Kenmore Law Group, our lawyers have decades of experience handling all sorts of cases, including child sex abuse cases. Foster care child sex abuse cases are quickly rising, as more victims are getting the courage to come forward and fight for their rights. Here at our firm, our lawyers are ready to handle your claim and help you recover the compensation that you are owed. If you are ready to speak with our lawyers, contact us at your earliest convenience.

We understand that it can be difficult for victims of sexual abuse to come forward and seek legal help. To make this process just a bit easier for victims, we offer free legal services, which include free consultations and free second opinions. Whether you are looking to begin or continue your claim, you can contact us and speak with our experts without worrying about having to pay anything at all. Our lawyers will provide you with the guidance that you need to proceed with your child sexual abuse claim.

We offer a Zero-Fee guarantee, meaning that our clients will not be required to pay any upfront legal fees for our legal services. We also work on a strict contingency structure. This means that our clients will not be required to pay any legal fees until after winning their claims. If you do not win, you will not be responsible for paying any legal costs.

We are also proud to offer legal services completely in Spanish.

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Si usted sufrió abuso sexual cuando era menor de edad y vivía en MacLaren Hall o en otro orfanato, puede que usted tenga el derecho a demandar. Para más información sobre su derecho a demandar y a recuperar una recompensa justa por los daños que sufrió, no dude en llamarnos. Nuestros abogados tienen décadas de experiencia con estos tipos de casos y están listos para ayudarle a ganar lo que se le debe. ¡Llámenos ya!