What is sexual abuse?

By |2020-07-09T18:08:35+00:00July 9th, 2020||

Sexual abuse refers to any type of illegal or coerced sexual conduct against another individual. A wide range of offenses fall into this classification, which is not constrained to physical contact alone. Sexual abuse can include acts of sexual touching, rape, indecent exposure, forcing another individual to view or participate in pornography, and contributing in [...]

Can I file a civil lawsuit for sexual abuse or assault?

By |2020-07-09T18:08:01+00:00July 9th, 2020||

Yes. A case for sexual assault can be pursued in both criminal and civil court. In civil courts, there is no cause of action for “sexual assault”. Instead, the victim would file a lawsuit for one or more of a number or torts (wrongful acts that caused harm to a victim). Assault Battery Intentional infliction [...]

Who can I sue for sexual assault?

By |2020-07-09T18:06:09+00:00July 9th, 2020||

The person who committed the acts is not the only person who can be named in a civil lawsuit. The victim may also choose to name a third party, such as a school, a company, or an institution where the assailant worked or lived, who may also be responsible. One strategic reason for doing this [...]

What kind of damages can I seek compensation for?

By |2020-07-09T18:05:43+00:00July 9th, 2020||

Any damages in a civil lawsuit are monetary and meant to help compensate the victim for expenses as a direct result of his or her injuries. The injuries and damages taken into consideration may be economic such as medical bills, lost wages, lost earning capacity, future medical costs, or non-economic such as pain and suffering, [...]

What is the statute of limitations for filing a civil sexual assault lawsuit?

By |2020-07-09T18:05:23+00:00July 9th, 2020||

Claims in New York for intentional torts such as assault, battery, intentional infliction of emotional distress, and false imprisonment, must be brought within 1 year of the act. These intentional torts are the most common causes of action when pursuing sexual assault or harassment in civil court. Claims in New York for negligence, such as [...]

What if someone shared inappropriate content of me online or is threatening to share such material? What are my rights?

By |2020-07-09T18:04:21+00:00July 9th, 2020||

“Revenge Porn”, also called “Unlawful Dissemination or Publication of an Intimate Image” is a crime in New York. If you are a victim of this type of conduct, you have several rights, including the ability to file a civil lawsuit. Pursuant to the New York Civil Rights Law, a judge or jury can award injunctive [...]

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