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Why File a Child Abuse Lawsuit on Mid Atlantic?
Mid Atlantic Hid Plus Failed to Report Decades of Physical & Sexual Abuse
In Fall 2023 our attorneys filed a class lawsuit against Mid Atlantic. The lawsuits allege physical, mental, and sexual abuse which has occurred during the last decade. The complaint also alleges child abuse happened in front of supervisors and other staff members on many occasions yet, was never reported as required by law to the assigned investigative agency and/or the police. Often, other children witnessed staff physically, mentally, and sexually abusing other kids, yet the children never received medical care or therapy. Our attorneys have been working with survivors and their families for years who were impacted by physical, mental, and sexual violence within a Mid-Atlantic facility. Mid-Atlantic knew for many years its employees, administrators, and staff were engaging in illegal conduct including child abuse, yet did nothing to prevent harm to the young victims.
Mid-Atlantic Youth Services and its entities PA Child Care (Luzerne County) and PA Western Child Care (Butler County) were the facilities involved within the infamous Cash for Kids ("Cash 4 Kids") bribery scandal. Former Luzerne County Judges Mark Ciavarella and Michael Conahan accepted bribes from Mid-Atlantic Youth Services in exchange children would be placed in private detention centers, under contract with the court, to increase the head count. Both judges received kickbacks totaling over $2.6 million dollars to illegally imprison at-risk juveniles. These same corrupt former Judges, Mark Ciavarella and Michael Conahan, both were found guilty in federal court and sentenced to 28 years and 17.5 years respectively. These same companies also paid more than $2.5 million to settle claims arising from the Cash for Kids bribery scandal.
The class action lawsuit we filed on our clients' behalf alleges Mid-Atlantic failed in discharging their duties to protect the juvenile residents in their care from harm. Mid Atlantic knew or should have known about the rampant, systemic culture of abuse at its nationwide juvenile placement facilities. If you or someone you know attended an Mid Atlantic juvenile placement facility contact us immediately and anytime 24/7/365 for your free case evaluation.
Impacts & Injuries From Physical & Sexual Child Abuse
Psychological/Emotional Health
Post-Traumatic Stress Reactions
Post-Traumatic Stress Reactions
Depression, anxiety, feeling numb, difficulty managing or feeling emotions including anger
Post-Traumatic Stress Reactions
Post-Traumatic Stress Reactions
Post-Traumatic Stress Reactions
Intrusive images, feelings from the abuse, numbing or avoidance behaviors
Physical Health
Post-Traumatic Stress Reactions
Education & Employment
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STD/STI), Broken Bones, Chronic Disease, Chronic Undiagnosed Pain
Education & Employment
Alcohol, Substance Abuse, & Addiction
Education & Employment
Not graduating high school, being unable to finish training or education, difficulties with supervisors, difficulty maintaining steady employment, being fired from jobs
Social & Intimate Relationships
Alcohol, Substance Abuse, & Addiction
Alcohol, Substance Abuse, & Addiction
Distrust of others, isolating yourself, not being able to keep healthy relationships, difficulty maintaining emotional attachments, difficulty with sexual behavior, infidelity
Alcohol, Substance Abuse, & Addiction
Alcohol, Substance Abuse, & Addiction
Alcohol, Substance Abuse, & Addiction
Gambling, Alcoholism, Drug Use
What Is This Class Action Lawsuit About?
Holding Mid-Atlantic Youth Services Responsible for Inflicting & Hiding Years of Child Abuse
In September 2023 our attorneys filed a class action lawsuit against Mid-Atlantic Youth Services. The class action lawsuit alleges physical, mental, and sexual abuse which has occurred during the last two decades. The class action complaint also alleges child abuse happened in front of supervisors and other staff members on many occasions yet, was never reported as required by law to the assigned investigative agency and/or the police. Oftentimes, other children witnessed staff physically, mentally, and sexually abusing other students, yet the children never received medical care or therapy. Our attorneys are working with survivors and their families who were impacted by physical, mental, and sexual violence within a Mid-Atlantic Youth Services facility. Mid-Atlantic knew for many years its employees, administrators, and staff were engaging in illegal conduct including child abuse, yet did nothing to prevent harm to the young victims.
Anyone who was abused or assaulted while a juvenile at an Mid-Atlantic Youth Services placement facility may be able to bring their abusers to justice by filing a civil lawsuit. A juvenile placement facility who failed to respond to and/or report complaints of sexual harassment, abuse, or physical assault may be held responsible. While no amount of compensation can reverse the effects of the abuse endured, filing a lawsuit will help anyone who was abused or assaulted take back control by holding responsible those negligent facilities. If you or someone you know endured physical or sexual child abuse while at a Mid-Atlantic Youth Services juvenile placement facility, may be able to participate in a lawsuit to recover for any injuries. Every state has a different statutes of limitations which will greatly affect the value and available time remaining to file a lawsuit. Time is of the essence. Contact one of our experienced attorneys immediately to obtain your free case evaluation, and learn about all available options.
Mid-Atlantic Youth Services Locations
Pennsylvania
Pittston - Luzerne County
Pittston - Luzerne County
Facilities Throughout the Commonwealth
Pittston - Luzerne County
Pittston - Luzerne County
Pittston - Luzerne County
Western Pennsylvania Child Care
Emlenton - Butler County
Pittston - Luzerne County
Emlenton - Butler County
Pennsylvania Child Care
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Choose us when 2nd Best Is Not an Option. Our experienced team passionately advocate on all our clients’ behalf to ensure they get justice and fair compensation. We have been operating since 2011, representing child sexual abuse and child physical abuse survivors, in both criminal and civil court.
Our team has spent significant time advocating for issues relating to juvenile placement and reform school child abuse, especially physical and sexual abuse. We have devoted a large part of our practice to advocating for the socially and economically disadvantaged to promote larger social causes especially eliminating child abuse.
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Nationwide Advocacy & Service
Nationwide Advocacy & Service
While Cornerstone Legal Group’s flagship office is located in Philadelphia, our attorneys, and partners work in everywhere in the country. We have been operating and representing residents of all 50 states and have a very strong presence in many areas including: Michigan, Chicago, DC, Pittsburgh, New York, New Jersey, Maryland, Florida, Massachusetts, Baltimore, Virginia, West Virginia, Ohio, Texas, Colorado, Texas, and Pennsylvania. We also work with many firms throughout the nation, ensuring we bring the best and most skilled team possible to help child abuse survivors advocate for justice.