Articles Posted in Sex Abuse

If you were the victim of sexual abuse or assault, either as a child or an adult, you have the right to bring a civil lawsuit against both your abuser and any school, company, or organization that might be liable for the abuse.

In this post, we will provide a brief overview of sexual abuse lawsuits in Iowa. We will explain the applicable statute of limitations for sex abuse civil cases in Iowa and the potential settlement value of these cases.

Victims of sexual abuse or sexual assault have the right to file civil lawsuits and get financial compensation. Recent changes in the law are now making it easier for abuse victims to seek justice in the civil courts.

This post will look at the process of filing sex abuse lawsuits in Pennsylvania and review the applicable laws related to sex abuse civil suits, including a clear explanation of the somewhat complex sex abuse statute of limitations in Pennsylvania.  Our lawyers will also discuss the average settlement compensation and jury payouts of Pennsylvania sex abuse cases and look at recent verdicts and settlements.

If you are a victim of sexual abuse and want to file a sex abuse lawsuit, we can help you. Contact us today at 800-553-8082 or reach out to us online.

Universal Health Services (UHS) has been the subject of numerous lawsuits and investigations alleging sexual abuse of vulnerable patients within its behavioral health facilities. These allegations have shed light on systemic problems related to patient safety, staff misconduct, and the company’s failure to respond adequately to reports of abuse. Families of victims and their lawyers contend with evidence that UHS has prioritized profits over patient well-being, fostering environments where abuse can occur unchecked.

If you were sexually abused at a UHS facility owned or operated by UHS, contact our sex abuse lawyers today to see if you have a case. Call us at 800-553-8082 or contact us online.

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This page looks at civil lawsuits for victims of sexual abuse at San Diego juvenile detention centers.

San Diego County Juvenile Hall is now at the center of a troubling investigation into allegations of sexual abuse and misconduct against minors who were detained at the facility. Survivors have come forward with reports of sexual exploitation, misconduct by staff members, and a pervasive culture of abuse that was allegedly ignored or covered up by those in power. These allegations are part of a larger pattern of sexual abuse within the juvenile justice system, where vulnerable youth are too often subjected to harm by the very individuals entrusted with their care.

We think San Diego will be the next California juvenile hall sex abuse settlement domino to fall.  Our lawyers talk about this, and the expected settlement amounts we expect to see in these lawsuits, below.

Arizona victims of sexual abuse and assault have the legal right to pursue justice and compensation through civil lawsuits. This comprehensive guide explores the critical aspects of sex abuse lawsuits in Arizona, offering insights into how victims can hold not only the direct perpetrators but also negligent third parties accountable.

Institutions such as churches, schools, and other entities often have substantial legal responsibilities and can be pursued for compensation if their actions or inactions contributed to the abuse. This page aims to demystify the legal processes involved in these cases and shed light on the potential settlement amounts and jury payouts for victims.

Definition of Sexual Abuse in Arizona

This page will look at lawsuits involving sexual abuse or assault of inmates at the River Valley Juvenile Detention Center in Joliet, Illinois.

Juvenile inmates who were sexually assaulted by staff or other inmates at this facility can file civil lawsuits and get financial compensation.

Our sex abuse lawyers believe the River Valley abuse claims are strong cases, and many will see excellent settlement payouts. If you have a potential sex abuse lawsuit against River Valley Juvenile Detention Center, our sex abuse lawyers are available today at 800-553-8082 or get a free online consultation. Our attorneys will fight to secure the overdue compensation you deserve.

Utah sexual abuse lawsuits follow rules that are different from many other states. Survivors want to know how Utah law defines sexual abuse, whether they can sue years later, and how settlement value is calculated.

This page explains the civil claims that can be filed in Utah, how the statute of limitations works in practice, and how cases against third parties are built and valued. If you need a focused overview of your rights in a Utah sexual abuse case, including claims that involve the LDS Church or abuse inside youth treatment centers, you are in the right place. We will also analyze the potential settlement value of sex abuse lawsuits in Utah.

Understanding Your Legal Rights in Utah Sexual Abuse Cases

Victims of sexual abuse or sexual assault can file civil lawsuits against their abuser and other third parties, such as schools, churches, etc. Our sex abuse lawyers help victims get financial compensation by filing civil lawsuits against parties who negligently allowed the abuse to occur or failed to prevent it.

In this post, we will discuss the process of filing a civil lawsuit for sexual abuse in Tennessee. We will look at the relevant laws regarding sex abuse and the average settlement value of these cases. We will also look at the Tennessee statute of limitations for sex abuse cases.

Thousands of former victims were subjected to sexual abuse as children at the hands of priests, ministers, and other church members. Our clergy sex abuse lawyers represent these abuse victims in civil lawsuits against the churches and religious organizations that failed to protect them. This page will look at clergy sex abuse lawsuits and their settlement value.

If you have been a victim of sex abuse and want to file a sex abuse lawsuit, we can help you. Contact us today at 800-553-8082 or reach out to us online.

⛪ Clergy Sex Abuse Lawsuits at a Glance – 2025 Update

Victims of sexual abuse or sexual assault have the right to file civil lawsuits and get financial compensation. Recent changes in the law are now making it easier for abuse victims to seek justice in the civil courts. This post will discuss how sex abuse victims can file civil lawsuits in Indiana and look at the potential settlement value of these cases.