Surviving a sexual assault is traumatic under any circumstances. When it happens in your apartment or somewhere on your apartment complex’s property, the emotional toll can be even more devastating.
For many survivors, a key question—after reporting the crime and getting medical care—is whether legal action can be...
Sexual assault is a profoundly traumatic event, and knowing what to do in the aftermath can feel overwhelming. Your safety, well-being, and rights matter, and there are steps you can take to protect yourself physically, emotionally, and legally. If you or a loved one has been a victim of sexual assault...
In 2021, the law regarding the statute of limitations for sexual abuse changed. Under the new rules, victims of sexual abuse have a greater chance to file civil claims against their abusers, including the institutions complicit in the abuse or coverup.
Time is now limited for certain victims to...
In recent times, unsettling revelations of sexual abuse within the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) have emerged, shedding light on a distressing reality. For survivors and their families, the path towards justice and accountability is an immensely arduous yet indispensable journey for healing. Personal injury attorneys stand as advocates for survivors,...
In recent years, disturbing discoveries of sexual abuse within the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) have come to light. For survivors and their families, the journey toward justice and accountability is extremely challenging yet necessary for healing. Personal injury attorneys can serve as advocates for survivors, helping them to seek justice...
When you go to a hotel, you expect to be safe and free from harm. Unfortunately, this isn’t always what happens. When a sexual assault occurs at a hotel, the hotel may be held liable if it failed to take reasonable steps to protect guests from harm. However, that must be...
In light of the #metoo movement, there has been an increased focus on affirmative consent regarding all sexual activity. Whether sexual intercourse or any other sexual act, all parties must give consent in order to take part. However, consent has not always been required for spouses. If one spouse forced the other...
Sexual assault is a horrific crime against another person. Under Texas law, there are multiple ways in which someone can be found to sexually assault someone else, even aside from rape. These are called nonconsensual sexual acts. In cases like this, it is common to wonder if a victim can legally...
Sadly, human trafficking, also referred to as modern day slavery, is not something of the past. It continues to plague our society. Human trafficking occurs when someone is intentionally transported, coerced, and/or forced into a type of work or service. This is usually either forced labor or sexual exploitation. The latter is...
