Boy Scout Sex Abuse

The Boy Scouts have been an icon in America for decades. They advertise themselves as a wholesome organization that helps young boys mature into responsible men. Unfortunately, in recent years there have been many instances of abusive behavior by the Boy Scouts, in particular sexual abuse by adult male scouts against their boy scouts. Worst of all, the leadership at the Boy Scouts either knew or should have known about this sexual abuse and did nothing to stop it.

A HISTORY OF BOY SCOUT SEX ABUSE

The Boy Scouts of America was established in 1922. It is one of the largest youth organizations in the world, with over one million members. The Boy Scouts are broken up into various ranks as follows:

• Cub scouts are those boys who are between the ages of 5-11.
• Scouts BSA are those boys who are between the ages of 10-18.
• Sea Scouts are those boys who are between 14-21.

In recent years, as more and more claims and lawsuits have been made against the Boy Scouts, the full extent of the problem involving Boy Scouts and sexual abuse has become clear. It is clear that the leadership at the Boy Scouts either knew, should have known, or done more to prevent the elder cub scouts, all of whom were adult men, from sexually abusing their scouts.

During a recent trial involving the Boy Scouts, one of the Boy Scouts’ own experts admitted to being aware of over 12,500 reports of abuse.

TIMELINE TO BRING A SEXUAL ABUSE CLAIM AGAINST THE BOY SCOUTS

If you or your child have been sexually abused by a Boy Scout, then you have the legal right to file a lawsuit against them and receive money. However, there is a time limit on this. You don’t have forever to bring this claim in court. Normally, you only have two or three years to bring an injury claim, which is called the Statute of Limitations.

However, sexual abuse cases are unique. The state legislatures for every state understand this, and because of that, the timeline to bring a claim against the Boy Scouts is much longer than two or three years. In some states, you have up to ten years after you or your child turns 18.

Feel free to call The Jackman Law Firm to discuss your case and whether you are within the time period to file a claim.

HOW THE JACKMAN LAW FIRM CAN HELP

If you or your child have been sexually abused by the Boy Scouts, we understand this is an incredibly difficult and emotionally sensitive subject to talk about. We are compassionate and understanding lawyers. We have a team who can help you get the justice you or your child deserves. We will fight for you and stand by your side. Feel free to call the Jackman Law Firm for a free consultation.