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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.

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Victims of sexual abuse or sexual assault in West Virginia 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 look at the process of filing a civil lawsuit for sexual abuse in West Virginia. We will look at the relevant laws regarding sex abuse and the average settlement value of these cases.

If you or your child has been a victim of sex abuse,  call our attorneys today at 800-553-8082 for a free consultation, or get a confidential case evaluation online.

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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 Massachusetts. Our lawyers explain the Massachusetts statute of limitations for sex abuse civil cases and the potential settlement amounts you might see if you bring a claim.  We will also discuss how a new proposed law in Massachusetts could make it much easier for child sex abuse victims to bring lawsuits.

If you have a Massachusetts sex abuse case, contact our law firm today for a free online consultation or call us at 800-553-8082.

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The page explains how a Kansas sexual abuse lawsuit works.  Our lawyers examine how Kansas law defines sexual abuse and assault and when victims of sex abuse can file civil lawsuits and get compensation. We will also analyze the potential settlement value of sex abuse lawsuits in Kansas.

Kansas Sex Abuse Lawsuits News and Updates

April 10, 2025: A woman from Kansas City, Kansas, has filed suit against Uber after allegedly being sexually assaulted by an Uber driver during a ride in Wyandotte County on May 24, 2023. According to the complaint, the driver exposed himself, masturbated in front of her, and locked the vehicle doors to prevent her from escaping. The plaintiff had booked the ride through her own Uber account and asserts that the company failed to implement adequate safety protocols to protect riders.

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The page will look at sex abuse lawsuits involving juvenile inmates at Santa Maria Juvenile Detention Center, officially named the Susan J. Gionfriddo Juvenile Justice Center. Santa Maria Juvenile Hall is a detention facility that houses male and female juvenile offenders, many of whom have been subjected to sexual abuse and/or assault. Juveniles who were sexually abused or assaulted by staff members at Santa Maria Juvenile Hall can file a civil lawsuit and get financial settlements.

If you have a potential sex abuse lawsuit involving Santa Maria Juvenile Detention Center, call our California sex abuse lawyers today at 800-553-8082 or get a free online consultation.

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Victims of sexual abuse assault have the right to file civil lawsuits and get financial compensation for what they went through. Maine has recently passed new laws making it easier for abuse victims to seek justice in the civil courts, even decades after the abuse occurred.

This post will look at the process of filing sex abuse lawsuits in Maine and review the applicable laws related to sex abuse civil suits. We will also discuss the average settlement value of Maine sex abuse cases, this awful new 2025 opinion by the Maine Supreme Court, and look at recent jury payouts and settlement amounts.

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There was an awful problem with sex abuse in Illinois detention centers for decades.  Now, victims are seeking settlement compensation for their suffering by filing juvenile detention center sex abuse lawsuits. If you were the victim of sexual abuse at an Illinois juvenile detention center, call us today at 800-553-8082 or contact us online.

Recent investigations and victims who have come forward have shown with new clarity the extent to which inmates at juvenile detention facilities in Illinois were subject to sexual abuse and sexual assault by staff and other inmates. Victims of sexual abuse at Illinois juvenile detention centers are now coming forward and filing lawsuits against the state and the Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice.

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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 Virginia. We will look at the Virginia statute of limitations for sex abuse civil cases and the potential settlement value of these cases. We will also discuss how a new proposed law in Virginia could make it much easier for child sex abuse victims to bring lawsuits. If you have a Virginia sex abuse case, contact us today for a free consultation at 800-553-8082.

Virginia Sex Abuse Lawsuit Updates

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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 Nevada. We will look at the relevant laws regarding sexual abuse and the average settlement value of these cases.

If you were the victim of sexual abuse and want to file a sex abuse lawsuit in Nevada, contact us today at 800-553-8082 or contact us online. 

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This post will explain the basics of Kentucky sexual abuse lawsuits. Our lawyers examine how Kentucky law defines sexual abuse and assault and when victims of sexual abuse can file civil lawsuits and get compensation. We will also analyze the potential settlement amounts for sex abuse lawsuits in Kentucky.

Finally, we will discuss recent efforts by the Kentucky state legislature to pass new laws making it easier for victims of child sexual abuse to file lawsuits years after the fact.

If you were the victim of sexual abuse and want to file a sex abuse lawsuit in Kentucky, contact us today at 800-553-8082 or reach out for free online.

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