Institutional sexual abuse is an incredibly difficult problem to deal with because many institutions and individuals in power simply work to protect themselves rather than reporting abuse, outing abusers, and protecting community members. Instead, it is often up to...
Victims of sexual abuse sometimes wait for years before talking about what happened to them, often out of fear of not being believed or ostracized. If and when you come forward, you can file a civil claim against the person responsible for the abuse, but you have...
When people want to file lawsuits, they must abide by laws known as statutes of limitations. These statutes impose strict time limits on how long a plaintiff has to file a claim before losing their right to sue. The laws surrounding civil claims for sexual abuse are...
Civil claims for sexual abuse are often difficult to navigate because so many plaintiffs wait for years before coming forward with their claims. Waiting for so long might lead to lost evidence, making it harder to prove your case. Not only that, but there is a strict...
Sexual abuse in churches is a serious issue affecting people in every state. Some victims worry that churches are protected from liability, given their institutional status. However, churches have duties like nearly everyone in society, and reasonably protecting...
While individual people usually commit sexual abuse, the institutions behind those people can sometimes be held responsible. If you were sexually abused, talk to your attorney about possibly including an organization or institution in your lawsuit for damages. Holding...
