Remann Hall Sexual Abuse Lawyers
Remann Hall Juvenile Detention Center in Pierce County has a long history of sexual abuse allegations. Survivors have come forward with claims of sexual assault, grooming, and bullying by staff from the 1980s through the 2000s. Just recently, OUL represented seven survivors who settled their claims for over $7 million, with many other cases still pending.
Vanessa Firnhaber Oslund, Partner, Oslund Udo Little Last Updated: November 21, 2025
If you have experienced sexual abuse at Remann Hall, you have legal rights and options. Oslund Udo Little is committed to helping survivors as they seek justice and resources to aid in their recovery.
Sexual Abuse at Remann Hall Juvenile Detention Center in Pierce County
Who Can File a Sex Abuse Lawsuit Against Remann Hall Juvenile Detention Center?
What Damages Are Recoverable in a Pierce County, Washington, Sexual Abuse Lawsuit?
Washington’s New Statute of Limitations for Juvenile Sex Abuse Lawsuits
Free Consultations for Survivors of Abuse at Remann Hall Juvenile Detention Center
- Numerous people have come forward alleging they were groomed, raped, assaulted, and sexually abused as children aged 10 through 14 at Remann Hall Juvenile Detention Center from the 1980s through the early 2000s.
- Survivors may be eligible to file civil lawsuits against both individuals and institutions responsible, even if criminal charges have not been filed.
- Survivors of abuse can pursue compensation for medical and therapy costs, emotional trauma, and other damages to support their recovery.
- In 2024, Washington enacted a law removing the statute of limitations for childhood sexual abuse occurring on or after June 6, 2024. However, for abuse that occurred before that date, survivors might have as little as three years from their 18th birthday to file suit.
- Attorneys at Oslund Udo Little are committed to helping survivors pursue compensation, rebuild their lives, and hold the state accountable for failing to protect them.
Sexual Abuse at Remann Hall Juvenile Detention Center in Pierce County
Remann Hall is a juvenile detention center operated by Pierce County. Opened in 1948, Remann Hall moved to its current facility in 1971 and underwent expansion in 1995. The facility houses juvenile offenders. While its original capacity was approximately 100, it now houses around 25 detainees.
Alleged abuse at Remann Hall’s detention center spans decades. Recently, seven individuals settled claims over the abuse they allegedly experienced while detained at the facility in the 1980s, 1990s, and early 2000s. The abuse included prolonged sexual abuse, grooming, rape, manipulation, torture, bullying, and assault by corrections officers. The survivors were as young as ages 10 through 14 when the abuse occurred.
In November 2025, the Pierce County Council approved settlements totaling more than $7 million for the seven survivors, who were represented by Oslund Udo Little. A spokesperson told The News Tribune that the county is facing more than 100 related cases over abuse at Renmann Hall, many dating back to the early 1990s or earlier.
Who Can File a Sex Abuse Lawsuit Against Remann Hall Juvenile Detention Center?
Survivors of sexual abuse can file a civil lawsuit against the person who caused harm and the institution or organization whose negligence allowed it to happen.
Survivors may be eligible in the following circumstances:
- They were abused at Remann Hall Juvenile Detention Center.
- A staff member or another inmate committed the abuse.
If you are considering legal action, we can help. We’ll advise you of your rights and develop a strategy that best suits your wishes. We are prepared to investigate your claim, gather the necessary evidence, advocate for your best interests, and pursue the compensation you deserve. Contact us for a free, confidential consultation to learn more about your legal options.
What Is the Difference Between a Civil Lawsuit and a Criminal Case?
Criminal and civil cases can arise from the same incident, but there are several important differences between the two types of actions, such as:
- Parties involved: Prosecutors file criminal charges on behalf of the government against the perpetrator. In a civil lawsuit survivors bring claims against the perpetrators and those who enabled the abuse, such as institutions and the government entities that oversee them.
- Purpose: Criminal cases aim to deliver justice by punishing the offender with criminal penalties such as prison sentences. Civil lawsuits enable survivors to seek compensation for their harm while holding institutions accountable for their negligence or wrongdoing.
- Burden of proof: In criminal cases, prosecutors must prove the defendants’ guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. However, civil cases have a lower burden—the plaintiff must only show it is more likely than not that the defendant is responsible for the harm.
Civil cases are independent of criminal proceedings. Thus, survivors may file a lawsuit regardless of whether charges have been filed or an active criminal case is pending.
What Damages Are Recoverable in a Pierce County, Washington, Sexual Abuse Lawsuit?
While compensation cannot reverse the trauma, it can help survivors access the resources and support they need to rebuild their lives. Survivors may recover compensation for a range of damages, including the following:
- Medical and therapy costs: Past and future medical expenses, including long-term therapy, psychiatric treatment, and related medications
- Loss of income: Covers the lost educational and career opportunities resulting from the abuse
- Pain and suffering: Compensation for the physical effects of the abuse
- Emotional trauma and mental anguish: Addressing the emotional and mental impacts of the abuse, including post-traumatic stress disorder, insomnia, anxiety, depression, and more
- Loss of enjoyment of life: Compensation for the reduced quality of life and the inability to participate in activities once enjoyed
Each survivor’s experience with sexual abuse is different. Our attorneys take the time to understand how the abuse has impacted your life to secure the compensation needed for your recovery and healing. Take a look at what our clients say about our service.
Washington’s New Statute of Limitations for Juvenile Sex Abuse Lawsuits
In 2024, Washington enacted House Bill 1618, which removed the statute of limitations for childhood sexual abuse that occurred on or after June 6, 2024. Because most reports of abuse at Remann Hall date back to before the early 2000s, the new law will likely not apply to many survivors connected to the facility. However, there are other exceptions that apply. Survivors may file within whichever period comes later:
- Three years from the act that caused the injury or condition
- Three years from when the survivor discovered or reasonably should have discovered the connection between the act and the injury
- Three years from when the survivor realized the act caused the injury involved in the claim
- Three years from when the survivor learned that the a third party’s negligence caused the abuse to occur.
For childhood abuse, the three-year period does not begin until the survivor turns 18. If you are unsure which deadlines apply to your experience, our attorneys can answer your questions and provide guidance centered on your needs.
Under this new law, there is no time limit for bringing a lawsuit for any harms suffered because of childhood sexual abuse if the abuse occurred on or after June 6, 2024.
Vanessa Firnhaber Oslund – Partner, Oslund Udo Little, PLLC
Free Consultations for Survivors of Abuse at Remann Hall Juvenile Detention Center
At Oslund Udo Little, we are committed to standing with survivors of child sexual abuse as they pursue the compensation needed to rebuild their lives and hold the state accountable for failing to protect them. Our attorneys will listen with care, answer your questions, treat you with respect, help you access support and resources, and advocate for your best interests with unwavering dedication.
Our offices are located in Seattle and Portland, but we are available to work with you wherever you are in the state. Contact us today to learn more about your options and begin the claims process.
Sexual Abuse at Remann Hall Juvenile Detention Center in Pierce County
Who Can File a Sex Abuse Lawsuit Against Remann Hall Juvenile Detention Center?
What Damages Are Recoverable in a Pierce County, Washington, Sexual Abuse Lawsuit?
Washington’s New Statute of Limitations for Juvenile Sex Abuse Lawsuits
Free Consultations for Survivors of Abuse at Remann Hall Juvenile Detention Center
