Polinsky Children’s Center San Diego Abuse
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Over the past several weeks, a series of complaints have been filed in California courts regarding allegations of child sexual abuse at a San Diego County youth emergency shelter. The complaints allege that, between 1994 and 2020, more than 100 children were sexually assaulted by staff at the A.B. and Jessie Polinsky Children’s Center. They were also allegedly threatened to keep them from reporting the abuse.
Legal Recourse for Victims of Sexual Abuse
Even if the abuse occurred decades ago, victims of sexual abuse at the San Diego Polinsky Center retain the right to seek justice and financial compensation through the legal system. The California sexual abuse attorneys at Herman Law offer legal representation to survivors and provide free, confidential consultations to help them understand their rights and legal options.
Systemic Failures and Institutional Negligence
Children are placed at Polinsky when they must be separated from their families for their own safety. Many of the now-adult victims were under the age of 10 at the time of the alleged abuse. The complaints assert that San Diego County failed to conduct thorough background checks for Polinsky’s employees and neglected to ensure adequate staffing and supervision at the facility. Reports indicate that numerous instances of abuse were brought to the attention of supervisors but were not properly addressed, contributing to what has been described as an “institutional failure” to protect the children in its care.
Legal Proceedings and Allegations Against San Diego County
One complaint, filed on August 27, includes six named plaintiffs who allege they were victims of sexual abuse at Polinsky between 2009 and 2013. In addition to San Diego County, the lawsuit names 50 unnamed defendants who were employed at the facility during that period. According to the complaint, 20 of these individuals allegedly perpetrated the abuse, though their identities remain unknown at this time. The plaintiffs bring claims of negligence, negligent supervision of minors, and violations of the Bane Act, a California law that protects individuals from threats, intimidation, and coercion.
Advocacy for Survivors of Foster Care Abuse
As the nation’s leading law firm representing victims of sexual abuse, Herman Law is committed to ensuring that survivors have a voice in the legal system. With over 25 years of experience handling foster care abuse cases, our attorneys work tirelessly to help victims seek justice and hold accountable the entities responsible for their suffering. If you or a loved one experienced sexual abuse at the San Diego Polinsky Center, you may have the opportunity to pursue legal action. Contact Herman Law at (866) 545-4812 or reach out online to schedule a free, confidential consultation.
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