(DJJ) John Doe v. Catholic Health Initiatives, et al


Case Name:(DJJ) John Doe v. Catholic Health Initiatives, et al
Case Number:LACV040419
Date of Trial:09/02/2025
Venue:
Carroll County
Casetype/Claims:CIVIL LAW - PERSONAL INJURY - OTHER NEGLIGENCE

Judge:Derek J. Johnson

Plaintiff's Counsel:Devin Ceres Kelly, Roxanne Barton Conlin, Tyler Kelly AdamsDefendant's Counsel:Frederick T. Harris, Micael Lee Storey, Ryan Paul Tunink

Verdict:For Plaintiff

Physical and Mental Pain and Suffering – Past: $18,000.00
Punitive Damages: $50,000.00
TOTAL DAMAGES: $68,000.00

Demand Before Trial:
Offer Before Trial:

Statement of Case:
Plaintiff alleges that Manning Regional Healthcare Center and Manning
Family Recovery Center were negligent in their hiring, supervision, and retention of employee
Kristal Lake, who engaged in an exchange of sexually explicit text messages and videos with
Plaintiff during his time as a patient. Defendants admit that such an exchange took place between
Ms. Lake and Plaintiff but deny any wrongdoing or liability, including any alleged negligence or
resulting harm to Plaintiff.

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- Jury Instructions
- Verdict Form
- Judgment Entry

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Documents of interest:
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