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Were You Abused at

Detroit Behavioral Institute

by Michael Flaniken

or Any Other Staff Member?

Have you been sexually abused by someone in your community?

You may be entitled to significant financial compensation.


Your claim will be 100% confidential.

Were You Abused at

Detroit Behavioral Institute

by Michael Flaniken

or Any Other Staff Member?

You may be entitled to significant financial compensation.


Your claim will be 100% confidential.

Pintas & Mullins is one of

the largest sex abuse

law firms in the nation

Contact us today for a 100% confidential and free conversation with one of our female attorneys or paralegals. Thousands of abuse victims are speaking up every year to receive the compensation and justice they deserve. 

Contact us today for a

100% confidential and free conversation with one of our female attorneys or paralegals. Thousands of abuse victims are speaking up every year to receive the compensation and justice they deserve. 

Widespread Abuse at

Detroit Behavioral Institute

Michigan state officials shut down Detroit Behavioral Institute (DBI) in 2022 amid sweeping abuse allegations. Former supervisor Michael Flaniken was accused of abusing a pregnant teenager, one of his many juvenile victims.

More than 40 former residents have now come forward with harrowing firsthand accounts of sexual misconduct, chronic abuse, intimidation and retaliation within the facility. Staff were accused of using excessive force, restraining children inappropriately, and even drinking alcohol on outings with their underage patients.


Acadia Healthcare, the parent company of DBI, is a $3 billion for-profit mental health corporation with a documented history of covering up of abuse. In fact, in 2023, Acadia was ordered to pay $400 million in another abuse case involving a minor victim.


Across the country, thousands of abuse victims are speaking up to get the justice and compensation they deserve.


Fill in the form above or call us today for a confidential and free conversation with one of our female attorneys or paralegals.

Unsure if You Were Sexually Abused?

While some necessary medical examinations can make patients uncomfortable, never ignore your gut instincts if something just doesn’t seem right.

The following list will help you ascertain if you were sexually abused by a medical professional.


Sexual Abuse Behaviors

  • Lingering touches
  • Refusal to answer questions on what they’re doing
  • Overtly or intrusive sexual questions/comments
  • Asking patient for a date
  • Telling the patient no one will believe you
  • Threats to keep the patient quiet
  • Unnecessary vaginal exams
  • Unnecessary/ungloved rectal exams
  • Inappropriate use of medical instruments
  • Inappropriate/sexualized touching
  • Masturbating the patient
  • Masturbation in front of the patient
  • Asking for sexual favors
  • Refusal to allow family/friend/nurse in the room
  • Sodomy
  • Rape

If you were sexually abused – or even have a suspicion – contact us today for a completely confidential and free conversation with one of our attorneys.

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If you had any inappropriate or uncomfortable experiences with Michael Flaniken - or any other Detroit Behavioral Institute staff - you may be entitled to significant financial compensation. Contact one of our female attorneys or paralegals today. Our law firm is one of the nation's largest sex abuse law firms. We offer 100% confidentiality and compassionate representation.

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