Sexual Abuse

Online Grooming and Sexual Assault: How Predators Use Social Media

The internet has transformed how we connect, but it has also created opportunities for predators to exploit vulnerable individuals under the cover of anonymity. When...

Understanding California Assembly Bill 2777

California Assembly Bill 2777, also known as the Sexual Abuse and Cover-Up Accountability Act, is a law that creates new opportunities for survivors of sexual...

New Jersey’s Two-Year Lookback Window for Child Sexual Abuse Claims

New Jersey’s two-year lookback window for child sexual abuse claims provided a critical path to justice for many survivors by temporarily reviving civil lawsuits that...

Understanding California’s Affirmative Consent Standard

If you feel that something wrong happened during a sexual encounter but are struggling with self-doubt because you didn’t say “no” out loud, it is...

Understanding Nevada’s Rape Shield Law: What It Means for Your Case

If you are considering taking legal action after a sexual assault, one question may stand out above all others: Will my personal life be put on...

What Evidence Helps Prove a Clergy Abuse Claim?

For survivors of clergy sexual abuse, proving what happened can feel overwhelming. Abuse often occurs in private, leaving little direct evidence. But courts recognize that...

Why Do Institutions Cover Up Sexual Abuse?

When sexual abuse occurs in institutional contexts, the response often focuses more on protecting the organization than on protecting children. Religious institutions, private schools, residential...

Who Can Be Liable When a School Ignores Abuse?

When a school fails to protect students from abuse, the consequences for a child can be lifelong. Under the law, schools must provide a safe...

 Can You Still Sue Years After Sexual Abuse in New York?

For many sexual abuse victims, the biggest question is whether too much time has passed to take legal action. Under New York law, deadlines known...

What to Expect If You Sue a Therapist for Sexual Misconduct

Suing a therapist for sexual misconduct is a difficult and deeply personal decision. When someone entrusted with your emotional well-being uses that position to harm...

Why Virtual Reality Is Creating New Risks for Sexual Abuse Victims

The rise of virtual reality has introduced an entirely new dimension of social interaction—and with it, a new frontier of harm. For survivors of sexual...

How Police Sexual Misconduct Cases Are Investigated in California

In recent years, California has faced increased scrutiny over the way it handles allegations of sexual misconduct by police officers. Survivors of such abuse often...