Los Angeles County announced a landmark $4 billion tentative settlement for over 6,800 sexual abuse claims, some dating back to the 1950s. This unprecedented agreement, the largest in county history, follows claims reported through the Child Victims Act, which suspended statutes of limitations on such cases. Most claims originate from the 1980s-2000s and involve allegations of abuse at county Probation facilities and MacLaren Children's Center. The settlement seeks to support survivors and enable necessary systemic changes ensuring child safety. Approval from the L.A. County Claims Board and Board of Supervisors is pending, with a vote scheduled for April 29.
County officials reported that the recent $4 billion tentative settlement over sexual abuse claims highlights a historical commitment to rectify past injustices and rebuild survivors' lives.
This unprecedented financial settlement not only aims to resolve claims stemming from historical abuses but highlights the commitment of Los Angeles officials to uphold justice.
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