Leo Chesney Correctional Facility Sexual Assault Lawyers
Unfortunately, sexual abuse and sexual assault is a major problem in prisons, including privately-owned prisons. The facilities owned by Core Civic are no exception. Did you suffer sexual abuse while you were detained at Leo Chesney Correctional Facility? If so, it is important that you understand that you could have the right to file a lawsuit and receive compensation. Whether you suffered physical or psychological harm as a result of the abuse, you should seek legal help today.
The Kenmore Law Group can help you. Our prison sexual abuse attorneys here at the Kenmore Law Group have decades of experience and are more than ready to provide you with the guidance that you need to sue Core Civic for the harm that you suffered. If you are ready to seek justice with the help of our sex abuse experts, contact us today.
Information on the Leo Chesney Correctional Facility
The facility is located at 2800 Apricot Street in Live Oak, California. The facility is owned and operated by CoreCivic, which is a private company in charge of multiple correctional facilities. If you or a loved one suffered sexual abuse at Leo Chesney Correctional Facility or any other CoreCivic facility, you could have the right to sue the private company. To ensure that you have a thorough understanding of your right to file a claim, we recommend that you seek legal help as soon as possible.
Sexual Abuse of Inmates at CoreCivic Leo Chesney Correctional Facility
Inmates at Leo Chesney Correctional Facility may experience sexual abuse during their detention. The term “sexual abuse” is essentially an umbrella term that covers any unwanted sexual contact, which can include the following:
- Attempted rape
- Rape
- Sodomy
- Any form of penetration, including penetration with fingers or foreign objects
- Groping, fondling, and any unwanted touching
- Forced kissing on the mouth or body
- Forcing the victim to perform any sexual act (including masturbation, oral sex, etc.)
- Making inappropriate or sexual jokes or comments to the victim
- Making inappropriate or sexual jokes around the victim
- Forcing the victim to pose for any explicit photos or videos
- And more
Possible Harm Suffered by Inmates that are Sexually Abused in Prison
Inmates may suffer sexual abuse at the hands of other inmates as well as at the hands of prison guards and other staff. No matter who the attacker is, inmates could suffer extensive injuries, which can include the following:
- Unwanted pregnancy and pregnancy-related complications
- Sexually transmitted infections
- Injuries to genitals
- Injuries to reproductive organs
- Physical injuries resulting from the use of force or from a struggle, including fractures, lacerations, scrapes, bruises, and more
- Psychological harm, including post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, depression, panic, fear, and more
- Increased risk of substance abuse
- Increased risk of self-harm
Understanding Liability for Sexual Abuse in Private Prisons like the Leo Chesney Correctional Facility
Can I file a lawsuit against CoreCivic for sexual abuse that happened at Leo Chesney Correctional Facility? Yes, you could file a lawsuit. CoreCivic has a duty to keep inmates safe during their detention. This duty includes keeping inmates safe from harm caused by sexual abuse.
CoreCivic has a duty to ensure that their staff does not pose a risk to inmates. When hiring staff, they must subject all prospective employees to thorough background checks. They must also subject existing staff to routine background checks while they are employed. In addition, the company must ensure that staff is properly trained and supervised.
There should also be policies and procedures in place for inmates and staff to report sexual abuse. Core Civic must take reports seriously, investigate the reports, and take appropriate action to prevent further abuse. When abuse between inmates is reported or identified, the facility must respond appropriately (by increasing security, separating inmates, etc.) to avoid further abuse.
Whether the abuse happened at the hands of prison staff, including guards, officers, counseling, directors, etc. or other inmates, Core Civic could be held liable for all harm resulting from the abuse and could be sued.
What if staff at Core Civic knew about the sexual abuse and ignored it or encouraged it, allowing it to continue happening? In some situations, sexual abuse at prisons may actually be considered to be cruel and unusual punishment, and, therefore, a civil rights violation. In these cases, survivors may also have a right to pursue a civil rights lawsuit.
Sure, when someone is imprisoned, they lose some of their rights. However, even through imprisonment, you have the right to safety, and you have civil rights. Exercise these rights and hold Core Civic accountable for the sexual abuse that you suffered while you were detained. Contact Kenmore Law Group today for more information.
What Compensation Can I Receive if I sue Core Civic for Sexual Abuse?
If you were sexually abused at Leo Chesney Correctional Facility or another prison run by Core Civic, you could be entitled to recover compensation. Some of the categories of compensation available for recovery could include medical costs, lost income, pain and suffering, punitive damages, treble damages, and legal costs. Ultimately, the specific type/amount of compensation that you could be awarded will be based on the facts surrounding your case. When you allow our prison sexual abuse lawyers to handle your claim, you can be certain that our experts will do everything possible to secure the maximum payout available for your claim, whether it is through a settlement agreement or through a verdict after a trial.
Contact our team today to learn more about the legal options available to you.
Kenmore Law Group Prison Sexual Abuse Lawyers are Ready to Help You!
Our team is committed to fighting for the rights of survivors of sexual abuse, no matter their circumstances. If you were sexually abused at Leo Chesney Correctional Facility or at another Core Civic facility, you should explore the legal options available to you. You could sue and recover compensation. To ensure that our law firm remains accessible, we offer free case reviews, which include free consultations and free second opinions. During these free legal services, our team will be available to answer all of your questions and provide you with all the information that you need to pursue your claim. To schedule a free case review, contact us at your earliest convenience.
Zero-Fee Guarantee: you will never have to pay upfront legal costs for our legal services. Since we work on a contingency basis, you will not be responsible for paying anything at all if your lawsuit is not successful. If you do not win, you will not pay.
Contact our experienced prison sexual abuse lawyers today.
