Many types of sexual abuse can affect victims for the rest of their lives. Clergy abuse, teacher-student relationships, workplace assaults, and other scenarios can leave victims desperate for answers and burdened with physical injuries and emotional trauma.
Rosenfeld Injury Lawyers is committed to helping sexual abuse victims in Mesa, AZ, file claims against their abusers to receive a fair settlement. Our team of sexual abuse lawyers understands the impact of these cases and how to show compassion to victims throughout the legal process.
WE ARE ONLY ACCEPTING SEXUAL ABUSE CASES INVOLVING INSTITUTIONS.
IF YOU HAVE A MATTER INVOLVING A RELATIVE OR ACQUAINTANCE, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR LOCAL BAR ASSOCIATION
Why Choose Rosenfeld Injury Lawyers
Sexual abuse cases are incredibly challenging for victims. They need a compassionate and understanding lawyer who can handle the heavy lifting of a civil claim while they focus on physical and emotional recovery. Rosenfeld Injury Lawyers will build a solid case to win as much money as possible if you have experienced assault, abuse, or rape.
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We know these cases are sensitive and will protect your information throughout the process. Once you receive your free consultation with our law group, an experienced lawyer will investigate your case, assess damages, and fight relentlessly to protect your rights under state law.
Compensation for Sexual Abuse Victims
Our legal team tirelessly works for victims to ensure they receive the compensation they deserve. In these cases, you can recover several types of damages, such as medical expenses, emotional distress, pain and suffering, loss of enjoyment of life, and even therapist bills.
The settlement amount will be impacted by the extent of your losses, the long-term effects of the abuse, the evidence in your claim, and the perpetrator’s defense.
Liability in Sexual Abuse Cases
In a civil case, you will need legal help to prove liability. Establishing liability will require evidence the defendant caused the incident to occur. You can hold individuals or institutions responsible for your claim.
For example, institutions may fail to prevent abuse, report past incidents, or respond adequately to complaints. Examples of negligence may include insufficient background checks, hostile environments, or poor supervision practices.
Your legal options may involve specific statutes or sexual abuse laws. Vicarious liability refers to the liability of one entity if another entity is responsible for the particular action if a relationship exists between the two.
Title IX governs the treatment of different sexes in educational environments and could impact your claim. Finally, the power dynamics of a religious community can play a role in clergy abuse situations.
How to Prove a Sexual Abuse Case
The only way to prove a sexual abuse case is to gather enough evidence and demonstrate a link between the incident and the harm you have suffered. Our law group plays an essential role in building a strong case by collecting strong evidence and consulting with subject matter experts.
To hold your abuser accountable, we can help you prove it is more likely than not that the defendant abused you and caused the resulting legal damages. We have a long history of winning settlements for our clients, and it usually comes down to the strength of the evidence.
The Role of a Mesa Sexual Abuse Lawyer
An attorney from Rosenfeld Injury Lawyers can be the difference between winning a settlement and walking away with nothing. Our law group can help with the following stages of the claims process:
- Free case evaluation – Our confidential consultation is available so they can ask questions about their cases.
- Investigation: We will investigate the circumstances surrounding your abuse to determine whether your claim is viable and what evidence supports it.
- Gathering evidence – We know the evidence needed to hold the accused liable for your suffering.
- Negotiation – Our law group will negotiate until you receive the settlement you deserve.
- Representation in court—If the case proceeds to a trial, our firm will be by your side throughout the process.
The Time Limits for Filing a Claim in Mesa
For civil cases involving personal injury, you have two years from the incident date to file your lawsuit. If you wait any longer, the case could be dismissed entirely.
There are separate statutes of limitations for criminal proceedings. For example, if the case involves a child, there is no time limit for filing criminal charges against the abuser. For most types of sexual abuse, a victim has seven years to bring charges against the abuser in a criminal proceeding.
Contact Our Mesa Sexual Abuse Lawyers Today!
When you need the right law group on your side after being sexually abused or assaulted, Rosenfeld Injury Lawyers is standing by. With a free and confidential consultation, there is no risk in contacting us and asking every question you have about your case. Plus, we work on a contingency fee basis, so there are no upfront fees to pay, and we only get paid if we win. After the initial consultation, we can begin our investigation to build a rock-solid case against the person who abused you.
Whether you have suffered from unwanted sexual contact, rape, or another form of abuse, an experienced lawyer from our law group is ready to serve you with no upfront fees. Contact us today at 888-424-5757 to get your free case evaluation. You can also fill out the online form to contact us.
Related Practice Areas
- Chandler Sexual Abuse Lawyer
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Resources: [1] Arizona DHS – Sexual Violence State Profile