Glen Mills School Abuse

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Claims of Glen Mills School abuse have risen in number in very recent years. These claims include accounts of emotional, physical, and sexual abuse taking place at this Pennsylvania reform school. The school is currently closed as it deals with many incoming lawsuits alleging horrific abuse.

Nancy Winkler is a partner at Eisenberg, Rothweiler, Winkler, Eisenberg & Jeck, P.C.Her firm is currently representing over 250 men who claim they were abused at Glen Mills Schools. In this video, she explains what victims of Glen Mills School abuse can do to seek justice.

There is no charge to schedule a consultation with Nancy Winkler, and she is currently accepting cases from throughout the country. Call 888-644-4288 or submit a form on the side of this page to schedule a consult.

What do the victims claim happened at Glen Mills Schools?

Glen Mills has been around since the 1800s. It sits on sprawling land in Glen Mills, Pennsylvania. Kids from across the country attend Glen Mills. It’s a place for so-called “juvenile delinquents.” Courts will send kids here as an alternative to jail following drug charges, truancy, or criminal conduct. Parents of autistic children will also place their kids there so they can have a safe environment. Thousands of young boys pass through the halls on a yearly basis. Recently, horrific allegations have abuse begun to surface. This includes physical, emotional, and sexual abuse.

How long has this been going on?

These allegations came to light fairly recently following a large exposé in the Philadelphia Inquirer. A grand jury investigation is looking into the claims of misconduct.

Is the school still open?

No, the state shut it down. However, there is a new director, and there are talks of opening the school again. Nancy Winkler says she hopes that will never happen. She is currently representing over 250 young men with claims of abuse. What they’ve gone through has been life-altering. Broken bones, stitches, and emotional trauma have caused severe harm to these victims.

Were the higher-ups aware of any abuse happening?

Winkler says that there was a culture of abuse that has been perpetuated from the leadership down.

What is the administration saying about the alleged abuse?

The school has appointed an independent counsel to do some investigation. Currently, they are neither confirming nor denying the claims.

Who is liable for abuse?

Winkler’s firm is filing claims against Glen Mills Schools. She will continue to file suit holding the leadership accountable for allowing abuse to take place.

If someone suffered abuse at Glen Mills Schools, what should they do?

Maybe you’ve never told anyone about the abuse you’ve suffered. That’s okay. For many of Winkler’s clients, they’ve kept this to themselves. If you suffered abuse at Glen Mills Schools, seek counsel with an attorney handling claims like yours before. You are not alone. It was supposed to a safe, healthy environment, and it turned out to be anything but.

Sadly, Glen Mills is not the only school to commit this type of abuse. The Deveraux Foundation has also been the target of similar claims. Any victim of sexual or physical abuse should seek therapy and legal counsel.

How much does it cost to hire an attorney?

Her firm doesn’t charge anything for representation until they succeed with a claim. She offers free consultations, and if she decides to take your case, you won’t pay anything until she gets a recovery by settlement or by verdict. There is no risk to you.

Does the attorney handle claims across the country?

Yes, she can talk to potential clients over the phone or video chat to discuss your case. You can mail or email documents, so it’s no problem for her to handle claims outside of Pennsylvania.

How old are the people filing claims?

Some of her clients suffered abuse several years ago. It depends upon the type and circumstance of the injury, you may still be able to seek justice. Winkler recommends speaking to an attorney to learn more about your options if you were harmed physically or sexually.

There is no charge to schedule a consultation with Nancy Winkler, and she is currently accepting cases from throughout the country. Call 888-644-4288 or submit a form on the side of this page to schedule a consult.

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