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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.
In a recent civil trial, a jury ordered Camden's school district and its school board President Wasim Muhammad to pay $1.6 million in damages to a woman who accused Muhammad of sexual abuse dating back to when she was a pre-teen student.
The NJ sexual abuse lawsuit, filed in 2021, alleged that Muhammad, then known as Don Walker, sexually abused the plaintiff when she was a student at Cooper B. Hatch Middle School in the 1990s. The woman claimed the abuse began when she was in 7th grade and continued for several years.
The jury's decision was complex:
The Camden City School District, which has been under state control since 2013, now faces significant financial and ethical challenges:
The case highlights the complexities of civil litigation in sexual abuse cases, particularly when they involve educational institutions.
Despite the mixed verdict, the plaintiff expressed gratitude for the jury's decision, stating that she felt vindicated. Her attorney, Jeff Fritz, emphasized the importance of the verdict in promoting school safety and accountability.
Stewart Ryan, Esq., a seasoned attorney at Abuse Guardians, offers his perspective on the case: "This verdict underscores the critical importance of holding educational institutions accountable for the safety of their students. While the jury's decision was mixed, the substantial damages awarded send a clear message that schools must prioritize student protection. It's crucial for survivors to know that even years later, there are legal pathways to seek justice and promote institutional change."
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