LAUSD Child Abuse Lawsuit Settled in Confidential Agreement
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Case Background
The lawsuit was a personal injury and damages claim brought by John Doe M.F. against the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) and an employee, Doe 2.
Cause
The case centered on allegations of childhood sexual abuse and the resulting harm. The Plaintiff, known in Court documents as John Doe M.F., brought a complaint against several parties. The core of the action alleged that Doe #2, an individual employed by the school district, committed sexual abuse against the Plaintiff while he was a minor. This event reportedly occurred during the Plaintiff's time as a student within the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). The lawsuit stated that the abuse was a direct result of the individual’s wrongful conduct and a failure of the district to protect its students.
Injury
As a direct and lasting consequence of the alleged abuse, John Doe M.F. suffered severe emotional and physical damage. The complaint described extensive, ongoing injuries that would require proof at trial. The Plaintiff sought compensation for both his non-economic (general) damages, such as pain and suffering, and his economic (special) damages, which covered costs like medical expenses, psychological counseling, and potential loss of future earnings.
Damages Sought
The Plaintiff demanded a financial judgment against the Defendants. This request included awards for special and general damages, the specific amounts of which the Plaintiff would prove during the Court proceedings. Furthermore, the Plaintiff sought punitive damages specifically against the
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