Sexual assault is a violation of basic human rights, and survivors deserve justice and support. If you are a survivor of sexual assault, you have the right to seek justice and hold accountable those responsible for the harm you’ve endured. This article is a guide to help you understand what to expect when filing a sexual assault lawsuit. We...
Continue ReadingFinding oneself or a loved one in the aftermath of a sexual assault at a hotel is a deeply distressing and traumatic experience. Hotels should be places of safety and refuge, where guests can relax and unwind without fear of harm. However, when sexual assault occurs in these supposed safe havens, it shatters that illusion of security and leaves...
Continue ReadingOur 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 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 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...
Continue ReadingOf the two types of sexual harassment, quid pro quo is likely the type you are most familiar with, even if you do not realize it. What is quid pro quo sexual harassment? It is a type of illegal discrimination that occurs when someone in a position of power requires an employee to accept or tolerate offensive, sex-based behavior...
Continue ReadingOur 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. Fashions come and go, but abuse and harassment will never be in-style, despite the prevalence of sexual assault in the fashion industry. Model Alliance conducted a...
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