$5M
Child Sexual Abuse, Foster Care Negligence
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Case Details
Governor Rick Scott signed CS/HB 6509, a claims bill that directs the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) to pay more than $5 million awarded by a Florida jury to C.M.H., a victim of sexual abuse by a child in foster care. This marks the largest known recovery in Florida for one child who was emotionally and sexually abused against a governmental defendant, DCF.
Additional Notes
Claims bill signed after a Florida jury awarded over $5 million to C.M.H. for sexual abuse by a foster child placed in the home by DCF without a safety plan. Original jury found $10 million in damages, but judgment was $5 million due to 50% parental fault.
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Justice for Kids®
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