Young Disabled Woman Sexually Assaulted by Resident With Known History of Abuse

We represented a young disabled woman who was sexually assaulted by another resident. Through our investigation, we determined that the facility was fully aware that the other resident had a habit and history of sexually abusing other female residents, as well as fondling staff members, but nonetheless allowed him to remain in the facility without providing adequate supervision and monitoring of him, or putting measures in place to protect female residents from his sexual behaviors.

• Defended by insurance adjuster
• Extensive discovery to establish the facility knew of the other resident’s dangerous sexual behaviors but permitted him to stay in the facility anyway. This is a decision that is driven by the nursing home owners prioritizing profit over patients’ needs.
• Hired a medical expert
• Settlement fully collectible