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Riveredge Hospital Sexual Abuse Lawsuits
Compensation for Victims Sexually Abused at Riveredge Hospital
Mental health clinics play a crucial role in the Illinois healthcare system, providing care for individuals who face behavioral health challenges. However, vulnerable patients often suffer from the power imbalance in facilities like Riveredge Hospital. Suppose you suffered from sexual misconduct at this facility. In that case, you can file a Riveredge Hospital sexual abuse lawsuit to hold the at-fault parties accountable and seek compensation for legal damages.
Injury Lawyer Team has the experience necessary to win a behavioral health hospital sexual abuse lawsuit. We provide a compassionate approach and will fight for every dollar you deserve because of your suffering.
Sexual Abuse Allegations Against Riveredge Hospital and Universal Health Services
There have been multiple reports of abuse at Riveredge Hospital in recent years, some of which have led to Illinois sexual abuse lawsuits.
16-Year-Old Sexually Assaulted by Another Patient
According to the lawsuit, a boy was violently sexually assaulted by another patient in 2015. Riveredge Hospital failed to supervise the victim’s roommate while also failing to inform the boy’s family of the roommate’s history of violent behavior.
Study by the University of Illinois at Chicago Uncovers Disturbing Pattern of Rape and Systemic Abuse
In the released study, it was found that staff members at Riveredge Hospital failed to take action against sexual predators, even though there were repeated allegations that children under the facility’s care were experiencing sexual assault. In response, the Department of Children & Family Services stated that it would bar the admission of juveniles to the hospital for treatment.
Psychiatric Solutions Inc. Oversees Numerous Hospitals with an Inability to Protect Vulnerable Patients
Part of the investigation released by the Chicago Tribune found that multiple behavioral clinics managed by Psychiatric Solutions Inc. were responsible for poor supervision and numerous sexual misconduct incidents. In many incidents, minors were the victims of sexual harm.
What Damages Can Survivors Recover in Sex Abuse Lawsuits?
Psychiatric hospital sexual assault lawsuits are complex legal procedures. However, if successful, you can seek justice for the abuse you suffered and recover compensation to address legal damages caused by the abuse.
Here are some legal damages you may be eligible for due to sexual abuse:
Economic Damages
- Lost income
- Diminished earning capacity
- Medical expenses
Non-Economic Damages
- Emotional distress
- Pain and suffering
- Loss of enjoyment of life
Punitive Damages
- For cases involving gross negligence, intentional misconduct, or institutional cover-ups
How Long Do Survivors Have to Take Legal Action Against Mental Health Facilities in Illinois?
At Injury Lawyer Team, we can help you understand and leverage multiple state laws to increase your chances of securing compensation if you experienced sexual abuse at Riveredge Hospital:
For criminal sexual assault of a minor, the statute of limitations for pressing charges has been eliminated. This means if you are a survivor of felony sexual offenses as a minor, there is no deadline for pursuing criminal actions.
Illinois has also eliminated the civil statute of limitations for sexual abuse claims involving minors. If you experienced sexual abuse as a minor after 2014, there is no deadline for seeking a lawsuit. However, if the abuse occurred before 2014, it might be subject to the previous statute of limitations, which was 20 years after the victim’s 18th birthday.
Tort Immunity Act (745 ILCS 10/)
Ordinarily, this law protects government entities from civil lawsuits and significantly reduces the statute of limitations. However, one of the exceptions is if the survivor suffered from childhood sexual assault or inappropriate treatment. This means you can sue a public facility, such as a state-funded behavioral hospital, directly for abuse.
Who Can Be Held Liable for Sexual Abuse Due to Inadequate Patient Safety at Behavioral Health Facilities?
Multiple parties may be liable for the legal damages you suffered as a result of the abuse:
- Individual abuser
- Behavioral health professionals for inappropriate treatment
- Administrators
- Parent companies overseeing the clinics (such as Universal Health Services, which also runs Hartgrove Hospital)
- Facility staff
- Local authorities who fail to investigate allegations properly
- Police departments that cover up complaints
- Other patients
- Security personnel who fail to provide safety for patients
How Injury Lawyer Team Can Help
Injury Lawyer Team is prepared to guide you through the claims process and maximize your settlement. We maintain a 98% success rate with our clients and have secured millions of dollars in settlements.
Our legal services for sex abuse lawsuits include:
- Conducting an investigation
- Assessing all legal damages
- Gathering evidence
- Submitting subpoenas for facility documents
- Fighting for fair compensation
- Litigating in civil court
Our firm operates on a contingency fee basis, meaning you owe nothing unless we secure a favorable outcome. Contact us today at 866-757-6452 to schedule a free consultation about your concerns.
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