When parents send their children to summer camp, they should not have to worry about sexual abuse or the safety of their children. Unfortunately, sexual abuse perpetrated by summer camp counselors and volunteers is not uncommon.
At Greenberg Gross LLP, we are standing by to help when you want a California summer camp sexual abuse attorney. If you are a parent and discover your child has been abused, or if you are an adult and realize that you were abused as a child at summer camp, our team is ready to help. We will work to ensure that justice is served in this case and that you are fairly compensated for what happened.
Why Choose Greenberg Gross for Your Summer Camp Sexual Abuse Case?
- Greenberg Gross has significant experience handling complex sexual abuse cases, including those against individual perpetrators of abuse as well as the companies and organizations the abusers work for.
- Our two founding partners have been named among the top 100 lawyers in California. Other attorneys in our firm have been listed nationally as “litigation stars,” “best lawyers,” and “super lawyers.”
- We are fully prepared to take every case to trial, if necessary, to ensure that sexual abuse victims receive the justice and compensation they deserve.
- We take California summer camp sexual abuse cases on a contingency-fee-basis. This means that our clients will not pay any legal fees until after we obtain the compensation they deserve.
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How Can a California Summer Camp Sexual Abuse Lawyer Help?
Adult survivors of sexual abuse and parents of minors who are sexual abuse survivors are dealing with a lot, and are often overwhelmed by what has happened. A California sexual abuse lawyer skilled in summer camp sexual abuse claims will be your advocate throughout the entire legal process.
They will be responsible for:
- Keeping your identity private, if that is what you desire
- Working with an extensive network of industry experts to help investigate the incident and prove the liability of the defendant
- Working with trusted medical and economic experts to assess an honest and fair compensation award amount
- Ensure that your case is filed within the civil deadlines set forth under California law
- Handle settlement negotiations with the other parties involved
- Fully prepare the case for trial, if necessary
Learn more about how a compassionate California summer camp sexual abuse attorney at Greenberg Gross can help you seek justice and compensation. Contact our law office today.
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Who Is Liable for Summer Camp Sexual Abuse?
Many people think that only the alleged sexual abuser can be held accountable in these cases. At Greenberg Gross, our summer camp sexual abuse lawyers in California strive not only to hold the alleged perpetrator of the sexual abuse accountable, but also any organization or institutions involved in allowing the abuse to occur or for covering up the abuse.
It is not uncommon for our team to file lawsuits against the summer camp itself, as the camp and its leaders are responsible for screening, selecting, training, and retaining staff members. They are also responsible for supervising staff members. If a summer camp and its leaders fail to take reasonable measures to protect children, they could be held liable as well.
Your Lawyer Can Prove Negligence in Your Sexual Assault Civil Case
Recovering compensation may require us to prove that another party acted negligently. For instance, we may argue that because the summer camp failed to monitor its staff, you or your child suffered harm.
Right now, you deserve to focus on your health and well-being – not struggle with learning the law and how to prove negligence. With Greenberg Gross advocating for you, we will establish:
The Other Party Had a Duty of Care
First, your legal team must demonstrate that another party should have kept you (or your child) safe while attending summer camp. This involves screening camp counselors’ criminal histories and employing procedures to keep campers safe.
Another Party Breached Their Duty of Care
Next, your lawyer must establish that another party failed to keep you or your child safe. For instance, a summer camp that does not conduct background checks on its camp counselors breaches its duty of care.
You or Your Child Experienced Sexual Abuse
We must use evidence to show that because another party failed to keep you or your child safe, you experienced sexual abuse. To prove this, we can consult with field experts (such as sexual assault advocates), use your medical records, and use other supporting information.
You Have Damages
Finally, we must establish that as a result of experiencing sexual abuse, you have various losses. These losses may include pain and suffering, mental trauma, and medical care costs.
What Should I Do Now?
Right now, you are in control. Your next steps should involve taking care of yourself, whether that involves spending time with loved ones or visiting a trusted therapist. In regard to your civil case, these considerations could bolster your case:
Keep Information Between You and Your Legal Team
We encourage you to reach out to your support system. However, we recommend keeping information about your civil case between you and your lawyer. While we’re on your side, the summer camp’s administrators (and lawyers) are not.
Anything you share publicly could discredit your case and complicate the civil process. We ask that you refrain from sharing information about your civil case online or putting anything in writing that you wouldn’t want the other party to see.
Take Advantage of Local Resources
We want you to live a happy and healthy life. We encourage you to reach out to sexual abuse resources in your area. For instance, you may find support by visiting the California Sexual Violence Resource Center. Doing so not only improves your well-being but also shows the other side that you experienced sexual abuse and sought help.
Connect with Our Legal Team
California limits how long you have to file a civil lawsuit after experiencing sexual abuse. You don’t want to lose your right to seek damages through litigation. So, we encourage you to connect with our team as soon as possible. We can investigate your case, file your claim, and manage everything the claims process entails. You don’t have to worry about anything other than moving forward.
Contact a Summer Camp Sexual Abuse Attorney in California Today
If you or somebody you care about has been abused while participating in a summer camp in California, contact the team at Greenberg Gross. We are standing by to help regardless of whether you are an adult survivor of childhood sexual abuse or are parents seeking justice for a minor child.
We understand how complicated these cases can become, both emotionally and legally. Know that we will protect you in and out of court, and we will not back down from well-funded adversaries. When you want a summer camp sexual abuse lawyer, we are here to help you in every way we can.
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