Our attorneys focus on holding institutions responsible for allowing abuse to occur. We typically do not handle matters involving abuse by a personal acquaintance, family member, or other individual outside of an organization. There are few actions as despicable as the sexual abuse or assault of a child —an adult preying upon an innocent child violates both law and...
Continue ReadingEntrusting a strange with the care of their child is undoubtedly difficult for most parents. Accidents do happen and, understandably, a child may sustain occasional minor injuries, such as scraped knees or bruised elbows from tripping while running or falling from the monkey bars. But what happens when a serious injury occurs? If the injury was caused by negligent...
Continue ReadingCalifornia apartment complex owners are required to secure their properties from foreseeable criminal activity, including sexual assault. Depending on the circumstances, the apartment complex could be liable, whether the sexual assault occurs inside an apartment unit, a common area, or on building grounds. You may be able to hold the apartment complex or its operator liable if you are...
Continue ReadingTeri McKeever, former head women’s swim coach at the University of California, Berkeley, has been suspended by the U.S. Center for SafeSport. On December 28, 2023, she was officially placed on SafeSport’s Centralized Disciplinary Database. SafeSport initiated the investigation following publication of allegations of abusive coaching first reported in the Orange County Register in May 2022. As part of...
Continue ReadingYour sexual orientation and gender identity have no bearing on your work performance and should never be an issue in the workplace. Unfortunately, workplace discrimination is still a major issue in California and the United States. If you have experienced LGBTQIA+ sexual harassment, it is important that you understand your legal rights. What Constitutes LGBTQ+ Sexual Harassment? Sexual harassment...
Continue ReadingDespite employees’ rights to a discrimination-free workplace, fear of retaliation often prevents people from coming forward. Just as there are laws against discrimination in the workplace, including sexual harassment, there are also laws against retaliation so it is essential to understand your rights. What Constitutes Retaliation for Reporting Harassment? The Civil Rights Act protects employees from not only sexual...
Continue ReadingWhile sexual assault is generally considered a crime perpetrated by the abuser, other entities may also be held liable in civil courts. Under California law, if another party has a legal “duty of care” to prevent the assault but fails to do so, they may be held accountable for their negligent action or inaction. Every survivor has a right to...
Continue ReadingDoctors are some of the most trusted members of society, and for many, that trust is rightfully earned and given. Nothing is more important than your health; when something goes wrong, you trust your doctor will do everything possible to help you get better. Unfortunately, there are untrustworthy people in every industry, including the field of medicine, where doctor...
Continue ReadingWhen a loved one is in a nursing home or assisted living facility, you trust that they are being provided the best care possible, and for many that is the reality. Unfortunately, not everyone has this experience. Sexual assault is a known problem in nursing homes. It is important to report nursing home sexual assault any time it is...
Continue ReadingThe prevalence of sexual abuse toward individuals with disabilities is far greater than most people realize. According to the U.S. Department of Justice, people with disabilities are four times as likely to experience sexual assault than the general population. These vulnerable populations have the same rights as everyone else, including the right to seek justice. If you suspect someone...
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