An intermediate New York appeals court on Thursday opened the door for people who came through the juvenile delinquency system to bring Child Victims Act claims of negligent placement against the state government.
The pivotal ruling by Appellate Division, Third Department Justice Sharon A.M. Aarons denied the office of New York Attorney General Letitia James’ motion to dismiss A.J. v. State of New York, reversing a Court of Claims ruling.
