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A $4 billion settlement in LA has implications for the whole country

12 April 2025
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Los Angeles County Settlement for Sexual Abuse Claims

Los Angeles County reached a tentative $4 billion agreement to settle over 6,800 sexual abuse claims stemming from childhood abuse, with some allegations dating back to the 1950s, primarily occurring at juvenile facilities and the MacLaren Children’s Center. The settlement raises concerns about its impact on current foster care services, as insurance availability is already a crisis in California and beyond, potentially leading to the closure of vital agencies. While the settlement aims to address past wrongs, it may inadvertently harm present and future foster children by reducing available resources for their care.

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