Goyette, Ruano & Thompson stands with Katie Jackson as she courageously shares her harrowing experience and fight for justice. For nearly a decade, Katie dedicated her life to serving as a correctional officer for the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation. But on January 20, 2024, due to multiple security failures, her life changed forever. An inmate gained access to Facility C’s control booth, where Katie was held hostage, strangled, and brutally assaulted for four agonizing hours. Despite her incredible strength in saving herself and alerting her supervisors, she was met with further injustice—treated as a suspect and denied medical care for nearly six hours.

No one should have to endure what Katie went through, and our firm is committed to making sure no one ever does again. Goyette, Ruano & Thompson has been fighting alongside Katie for nearly a year, building a case that not only seeks justice for her but also pushes for systemic change within the Department of Corrections. Our team of experienced trial attorneys is dedicated to holding those responsible accountable, ensuring Katie receives the compensation she deserves, and advocating for real reforms that will protect other correctional officers in the future.

Katie’s strength and resilience in coming forward are nothing short of inspiring. Her story is not just about what happened to her—it is about fighting for a safer, more just workplace for all those who serve in law enforcement and corrections. At Goyette, Ruano & Thompson, we are not afraid to take cases to trial and do whatever it takes to achieve justice for our clients.

Watch as Katie bravely shares her story, supported by our dedicated legal team. If you or someone you know is facing injustice and needs experienced legal representation, contact Goyette, Ruano & Thompson today. Together, we can make a difference.