Under Montana law, anyone who has been the victim of sexual abuse or assault can file a civil lawsuit against not just the person who abused them, but also against churches, schools, or other third parties who negligently enabled the abuse to happen. This post will look at the basic elements of a sex abuse lawsuit in Montana. We will also analyze the potential settlement value of Montana sex abuse lawsuits.
Definition of Sexual Abuse in Montana
Sexual abuse and sexual assault are defined in Montana as any deliberate sexual touching or contact without the other individual’s consent, motivated by sexual gratification, arousal, or humiliation.