Sexual Abuse at Camp Holton Lawsuit Attorney

Holton Conservation Camp, or Camp Holton for short, is a fire fighter training center for incarcerated males. Located at 12653 N. Little Tujunga Canyon Road, Sylmar, CA 91342, the facility trains willing and able-bodied prisoners to help the Los Angeles Fire Department in cases of natural disasters, like floods and wildfires. This is an opportunity for inmates to develop job skills and give back to society at the same time. And for the LACFD, they have a ready team of firefighters that can be relied upon at any time.

The idea of fighting fires is terrifying to most people, and frankly, this is a job that comes with many dangerous consequences. But the inmates have chosen to accept the risk when they volunteer to be trained at the Holton Conservation Camp. On the other hand, no one would volunteer to live with the emotional and physical injuries of sexual assault and other forms of inmate abuse.

As attorneys representing sexual abuse victims at government institutions, we know all too well how these incidents affect your life. Perhaps you have lived with the secret of being sexually abused by a staff member at Camp Holton for many years. Maybe you are a current inmate or the loved one of someone who is dealing with sexual exploitation and assault at the Holton Conservation Camp. Our lawyers are here to help, so please reach out to immediately for a free consultation on your rights and legal options.

Am I Eligible for a Holton Conservation Camp Lawsuit?

Yes, if you were sexually assaulted or exploited by an employee at Camp Holton, you can seek monetary damages by filing a lawsuit. Sadly, these incidents are often caused by negligence due to lack of supervision and poor leadership. Sometimes, you come across facilities where administrators – who are supposed to punish the offenders – deliberately ignore the victim’s cries for help and destroy or hide evidence of sexual abuse.

Another problem that inmates come across is the grievance procedure to file a formal complaint against someone that is abusing them. Each prison is essentially left to make up its own procedures, and it’s not a coincidence that the process is overly complicated. Overwhelmed by legal jargon and the steps they need to take, most prisoners find that putting up with the abuser is the easier route.

Sadly, the culture of sexual and physical abuse in prison is an on-going problem, but there have been many changes in recent years that make it easier for inmates to obtain justice. The first step is to find an experienced prison sexual abuse lawyer, who can provide you with a detailed explanation of your legal rights. Please contact our office to discuss your case and the legal actions that are available to you.

Can I Participate in a Sexual Abuse Class Action Claim against Camp Holton?

Yes, you can file a class action lawsuit or join an existing claim for sexual abuse at a correctional facility operated by the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation. The best way to be part of a class action lawsuit is to contact our law firm and speak with one of our legal experts. We are happy to provide you with a free consultation, where we can go over any questions or concerns you have. If you decide to move forward with a sexual assault class action claim, you can count on us to fight for every penny of the compensation you deserve.

Settlement Values for an Inmate Firefighting Camp Sex Abuse Lawsuit

Settlements from a lawsuit filed for sexual abuse by former inmates typically settle within the range of $400,000 to $5,000,000. As a general rule, victims of sexual assault receive higher payouts than those who were sexually solicited / harassed. Claims for sexual assault by a Camp Holton staff member are likely to exceed $1,500,000, and lawsuits for extreme injuries and excessive negligence by prison officials may be worth $5,000,000 or more.

How Long Do Camp Holton Inmate Abuse Cases Take to Settle?

The time that’s needed to reach a settlement for cases of sexual abuse can vary from several months to over 3 years. However, it’s safe to say that the majority of inmate abuse claims take between 1 and 2 years. This is based on many factors, including the tremendous backlog of lawsuits that were filed by former inmates in the last few years. But even without that issue, sexual misconduct claims are extremely complicated, and even seemingly straightforward cases can take at least 12 months. Based on the details of your experience, we can give you a better sense of how long it may take to bring you compensation from a Holton Conservation Camp sexual abuse claim.

Suing for Sexual Abuse at Camp Holton – What is the Deadline?

In California, lawsuits for sexual abuse have a 10-year statute of limitations if the victim is an adult. Essentially, the time limit to sue is 10 years from whenever the abuse took place. But those in the prison system usually endure multiple acts of sexual assault and harassment over a period of months or years. In these situations, the statute of limitations would start from the most recent (latest) incident of sexual abuse. Please be aware that there are very few exceptions if you are past the time limit for a lawsuit according to state law. With that in mind, you should contact us right away so that we can help you file a claim against Holton Conservation Camp in Sylmar.

Zero Fee Guarantee

Anyone who was abused due to negligence by a government entity should have the right to free legal services if they wish to file a lawsuit. That’s the principle behind the Zero Fee Guarantee here at Kenmore Law Group. We add the cost of legal fees to the amount you are entitled to from a Camp Holton inmate abuse claim, meaning it’s the State of California that compensates us. Since we only receive payment by winning your case, there is never any impact on your finances.

Our legal team is waiting to speak with you, so please call us today and schedule a free case evaluation.