Washington state lawsuit payouts skyrocket to more than $500M in past year

Washington state’s legal liabilities have surged to more than $500 million in a year, with most claims tied to abuse in foster care and juvenile detention facilities. The Department of Children, Youth and Families is at the center of the crisis, as the state faces billions more in potential liability. https://clarkcountytoday.com/news/washington-state-lawsuit-payouts-skyrocket-to-more-than-500m-in-past-year/ #WashingtonState #LawsuitPayouts #FosterCareCrisis #DCYF #JuvenileJustice #SexAbuseClaims #LegalSettlements #StateBudget #CivilLiability #Accountability