Justice for Survivors of Institutional Abuse
When organizations entrusted with the care of children fail to protect them, we help survivors seek justice and compensation. Our attorneys focus on cases where institutions can be held liable for enabling abuse.
Types of Cases We Handle
Our experienced attorneys focus on cases where institutions failed in their duty to protect children. Select a category to learn more.
- Boy Scouts of America: $2.46 billion national settlement fund
- YMCA: Multiple Illinois lawsuits including $7.5M jury verdict
- Youth sports leagues and athletic organizations
- Church youth groups and religious organizations
- Foster home abuse by foster parents or their family members
- Group home abuse by staff or other residents
- DCFS negligence in placement and supervision
- Failure to investigate reports of abuse
- Timberline Knolls (Lemont) - multiple lawsuits filed
- Chicago Lakeshore Hospital - federal lawsuit filed
- Juvenile detention centers across Illinois
- Therapeutic boarding schools
- Summer camp counselor abuse
- Chicago Park District abuse cases ($2M+ settlements)
- Day camp and after-school program abuse
- Sports camp and athletic program abuse
- Pediatrician abuse cases
- Hospital and clinic abuse
- Mental health professional abuse
- Physical therapist and sports medicine abuse
- Daycare worker abuse
- Childcare center negligence
- After-school program abuse
- Nanny and babysitter abuse (when employed by an agency)
How We Hold Institutions Accountable
Our attorneys establish institutional liability through multiple legal theories. When an organization enables abuse through its failures, it can be held responsible.
Negligent Hiring
Organizations that fail to properly vet employees, volunteers, or staff can be held liable when those individuals abuse children in their care.
Negligent Supervision
Institutions must properly supervise employees and volunteers. Failure to monitor behavior or respond to warning signs creates liability.
Failure to Protect
Organizations have a duty to protect children in their care. When they knew or should have known about abuse and failed to act, they are liable.
Key point: We must establish a connection between the abuse and the institution. If the organization enabled the abuser through its position of authority, inadequate policies, or failure to act on reports, they can be held accountable.
Boy Scouts National Settlement
The Boy Scouts of America filed for bankruptcy in 2020 following thousands of sexual abuse claims. A $2.46 billion settlement fund has been established to compensate survivors.
If you were abused while participating in Boy Scouts in Illinois, you may be entitled to compensation from this fund. Our attorneys can help you:
- Understand your eligibility for compensation
- Navigate the claims process
- Maximize your potential recovery
- Explore additional legal options against local councils
Important: The deadline for filing claims may have passed, but there may still be options available. Contact us immediately for a free consultation to discuss your situation.
Why Choose Our Firm?
25+ Years Experience
Decades of experience representing abuse survivors
10,000+ Clients
Trusted by thousands of survivors nationwide
$1B+ Recovered
Over a billion dollars recovered for clients
No Win, No Fee
You pay nothing unless we win your case
Were You Abused at an Institution?
If an institution failed to protect you, we may be able to help. Our compassionate team will listen to your story, evaluate your options, and fight for the justice you deserve.
All consultations are free and 100% confidential. No fees unless we win.