Civil lawsuit likely after Yakima teacher acquitted in sex case
Published 7:06 am Wednesday, June 16, 2010
YAKIMA, Wash. — The Yakima teacher acquitted of sexual misconduct charges and the school district could still face a civil lawsuit.
The lawyer for two boys who say Michele Taylor made sexual advances, Blaine Tamaki, told the Yakima Herald-Republic he’s planning to sue.
The school district has already denied a claim from one teen who said he suffered emotional trauma and embarrassment after being seduced by Taylor.
Jurors found the 31-year-old East Valley High School physical education teacher not guilty Tuesday of charges of sexual misconduct and communicating with a minor for immoral purposes.
Information from: Yakima Herald-Republic, www.yakimaherald.com
