After a person experiences sexual abuse, they may be eligible for compensation from Sexual Abuse Victim Compensation Funds. Federal funds exist for this purpose in addition to various state funds, depending on where you live. If you file for bankruptcy, these funds...
Being sexually assaulted at a gym or fitness center that you previously felt safe at can be incredibly traumatic. In addition to the personal trainer or other gym member who assaulted you, might you also have reason to sue the fitness center itself? Fitness centers...
Youth sports organizations owe the athletes entrusted to their care a duty to keep them safe and prevent sexual abuse. Any action or inaction that contradicts that duty could make an organization liable for sexual abuse by an individual coach. Youth organizations can...
Sexual abuse is particularly abhorrent behavior, one that has long-lasting effects on victims. Egregious misconduct may be further penalized with punitive damages, and plaintiffs should know if such damages are available in their lawsuits. Punitive damages are common...
Victim advocacy groups can be a great resource for survivors of sexual abuse and can be instrumental in encouraging victims to pursue civil litigation with our lawyers’ help. Victim advocacy groups are not actively involved in sexual abuse lawsuits. These groups can...
Being nude in a private setting in front of a child is not inherently sexual, and it’s not necessarily illegal. Context is extremely important in these situations, and our lawyers can help parents identify early signs of sexual abuse or grooming. Parents who get...
