Child Sexual Abuse Lawsuit: Justice and Claims Fights for Survivors
If you were abused as a minor in Los Angeles County, California, or at a Maryland juvenile detention center, you may be entitled to significant compensation. At Justice and Claims, we specialize in representing survivors of childhood sexual abuse and holding institutions accountable for enabling predators. Our team has decades of experience securing life-changing settlement amounts for survivors, and we’re here to help you reclaim your power.
Eligibility Criteria:
- You were abused as a minor and are under 39.5 years old today.
- The abuse occurred in Los Angeles County, CA, or at a Maryland juvenile detention center (see full list below).
- Your abuser is connected to a viable institution (school, church, detention center, etc.).
- You are not currently represented and have no prior attorney for this case.
Exclusions: We cannot accept cases involving detainee-on-detainee abuse, non-touching incidents (e.g., verbal harassment), unknown abusers, or single-event brushing/over-the-clothes contact.
Maryland Juvenile Detention Centers We Cover
If your abuse occurred at one of these facilities, you may qualify for a child sexual abuse lawsuit:
Juvenile Detention Centers:
• Alfred D. Noyes Children’s Center – 9925 Blackwell Rd, Rockville, MD 20850
• Backbone Mountain Youth Center – 124 Camp 4 Rd, Swanton, MD 21561
• Baltimore City Juvenile Justice Center – 300 N Gay St, Baltimore, MD 21202
• Charles H. Hickey, Jr. School – 9700 Old Harford Rd, Baltimore, MD 21234
• Cheltenham Youth Detention Center – 11003 Frank Tippett Rd, Cheltenham, MD 20623
• Crownsville Hospital Center – 1700 Romig Dr E, Crownsville, MD 21032
• Department of Juvenile Justice Services
• Garrett Children’s Center – 164 Freedom Lane, Lonaconing, MD 21539
• Green Ridge Youth Center – 15 Mile Creek Rd, Flintstone, MD 21530
• Herman L. Tolson Bootcamp – 2001 Toulson Road, Jessup, MD 20794
• J.DeWeese Carter Youth Facility – 300 Scheeler Road PO Box 229, Chestertown, MD, 21620
• Lower Eastern Shore Children’s Center – 405 W Naylor Mill Rd, Salisbury, MD 21801
• Maple Run Youth Center – Flintstone, MD 21530
• Maryland House of Corrections
• Maryland Reception and Diagnostic Center – Greenmount Ave, Baltimore, MD 21202
• Maryland State Parole & Probation
• Maryland Training Center – 18800 Roxbury Rd, Hagerstown, MD 21746
• Maryland Youth Residence Center – 721 Woodbourne Ave, Baltimore, MD 21212
• Meadow Mountain Youth Center – 234 Recovery Rd, Grantsville, MD 21536
• Montrose Juvenile Hall – 10700 Fifteen Mile Creek Road, Flintstone, MD 21530
• Mountain View – 124 Camp 4 Rd, Swanton, MD 21561
• Regional Institute for Children and Adolescents – 15000 Broschart Rd, Rockville, MD 20850
• Savage Mountain Youth Center – 164 Freedom Ln, Lonaconing, MD 21539
• Thomas J.S. Waxter Children’s Center – 375 Red Clay Rd, Laurel, MD 20724
• Thomas O’Farrell Youth Center – 7960 Henryton Road, Marriottsville, MD 21103
• Victor Cullen Center – 6000 Cullen Dr, Sabillasville, MD 21780
• Walter P. Carter Center – 701 W Pratt St, Baltimore, MD 21201
• Washington County Juvenile Service – Washington County, 44 N Potomac St #300, Hagerstown, MD 21740
• Western Maryland Children’s Center – 18420 Roxbury Rd, Hagerstown, MD 21740
• William Donald Schaeffer House – 907 Druid Park Lake Drive, Baltimore, MD 21217
Why Choose Justice and Claims?
Experience, Expertise, Authoritativeness, and Trustworthiness (E-E-A-T)
- Experience: We’ve secured millions in settlements for survivors of childhood sexual abuse, including cases against schools, churches, and detention centers.
- Expertise: Our attorneys understand the unique challenges of sexual assault of a child cases, including Maryland and California’s extended statute of limitations.
- Authoritativeness: Recognized as a leading firm in institutional abuse litigation, with verdicts featured in national media.
- Trustworthiness: We prioritize your privacy and well-being, offering free, confidential consultations.
How We Help Survivors
1. Free Case Evaluation
We’ll review your case to determine if you qualify for a child sexual abuse lawsuit under California or Maryland law.
2. Evidence Gathering
Identify institutional negligence (e.g., failure to screen staff).
Secure records from detention centers, schools, or religious organizations.
Work with investigators to locate abusers (name or nickname required).
3. Maximize Compensation
Recent settlement amounts for survivors in 2024 have ranged from 500,000toover2 million, depending on:
Severity and duration of abuse
Institutional cover-ups
Impact on your mental health and career
4. Fight in Court or Negotiate Settlements
We prepare every case for trial but often secure justice through pre-trial settlements to protect your privacy.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Child Sexual Abuse Lawsuit
What if I don’t remember exact dates of abuse?
We can work with partial details to reconstruct timelines using institutional records and witness testimony.
Will I have to confront my abuser in court?
No. Most cases settle confidentially, and we shield survivors from direct contact with abusers.
How long does a lawsuit take?
Cases typically resolve in 1-3 years, but we pursue emergency injunctions to prevent abusers from harming others
What compensation can I receive?
Medical/therapy costs
Lost wages
Pain and suffering
Punitive damages (to punish institutions)
2025 Legal Updates for Survivors
As we approach 2025, new developments are shaping child sexual abuse lawsuits:
- Extended Deadlines: Maryland and California continue to expand filing windows for survivors.
- Increased Settlements: Institutions are paying higher amounts to avoid public trials.
- Focus on Juvenile Detention Centers: Recent cases against facilities like Victor Cullen Center and Cheltenham Youth Detention Center have set precedents for higher compensation.
Act Now: The statute of limitations may expire soon. Contact us immediately if you were abused at a listed facility.
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