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Stewart Ryan, Esq. - NJ Abuse Guardian
Hi - I'm Stewart. I am an attorney that practices in New Jersey and I am a former sex crimes prosecutor. I worked on the the team that prosecuted Bill Cobsy. Trust me with your case, and I promise to not let you down.
A recent lawsuit has brought to light disturbing allegations of sexual abuse and rape at a former New Jersey juvenile detention facility. Five men have come forward, claiming they were victims of horrific abuse during their time at the Lloyd McCorkle Training School in Montgomery Township.
The lawsuit, filed in Somerset County Superior Court, alleges that the five men, identified only by their initials, suffered sexual abuse at the hands of guards, counselors, and other staff members while confined at the facility as juveniles. The abuse reportedly ranged from inappropriate strip searches to violent rape.
The Lloyd McCorkle Training School, located in the Skillman section of Montgomery Township, was operational until the early 1990s. According to the lawsuit, the facility was known for its dangerous conditions, including overcrowding and underfunding.
These five men are part of a larger group of 25 individuals for whom lawsuits have been filed this week. All claim to have experienced sexual abuse while confined in New Jersey's juvenile detention facilities in Jamesburg and Montgomery.
The lawsuits were filed under New Jersey's Child Sexual Abuse Act (CSAA), a 2019 law that expanded the statute of limitations for civil lawsuits in cases of child sexual abuse. This legislation has opened the door for victims to seek justice years after the alleged incidents occurred.
The lawsuit alleges that the victims suffered physical, psychological, and emotional injuries as a result of the abuse. Many did not report the abuse at the time due to threats of retaliation, such as solitary confinement or loss of visitation privileges.
The lawsuit claims that the widespread pattern of abuse was only possible because the State of New Jersey tolerated it, failing to protect the children in its care through years of negligence.
The State of New Jersey has 35 days to file a written response or motion to the lawsuit. This case highlights the ongoing struggle to address historical cases of institutional child abuse and hold responsible parties accountable.
Stewart Ryan, Esq., a seasoned attorney at Abuse Guardians, provided the following commentary on this case: "The allegations in this lawsuit are deeply troubling and highlight the vulnerability of children in state custody. The expansion of the statute of limitations through the Child Sexual Abuse Act is crucial in allowing survivors to seek justice, even years after the abuse occurred. These cases are complex and emotionally challenging, but they play a vital role in holding institutions accountable and preventing future abuse. As attorneys, we are committed to supporting survivors and fighting for their rights throughout the legal process."
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