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Survivors of sexual abuse and their family members face many difficulties, even years after the sexual abuse occurred. The full scope of injuries from school-based abuse, in particular, often goes unnoticed until significant damage has already been done. School sexual abuse refers to inappropriate and/or exploitative sexual behavior involving school staff members, like teachers, volunteers, and/or other students.
These cases often require legal action to obtain justice and compensation for the abuse survivors, but many people are unaware of how to seek justice and recover potential compensation after facing such severe circumstances. A civil lawsuit may be the best option for achieving justice, even years after the initial abuse of a student took place. A Washington school sexual abuse lawyer can assist with sexual abuse cases, whether they occurred at public, private, and/or boarding schools, or the acts were perpetrated by teachers, coaches, janitors, and/or others.
School sexual abuse survivors can file a civil lawsuit to seek compensation from liable parties, regardless of whether a separate criminal case was already prosecuted by the state. Some families choose to pursue a lawsuit against a school (and/or the organization that owns the school) based on the school’s failure to protect the student, negligent hiring, and/or covering up or enabling the abusers.
Even if school survivors or supervisors did not perpetuate the abuse directly, some institutions may have helped the abuse occur and/or covered up the abuse as well—potentially making them liable as well. In Washington, civil action with the help of a school sexual abuse attorney is often the best way forward for a school abuse survivor to obtain justice and compensation.
In many cases, the full impact of school abuse is not realized and/or uncovered until years after the fact. Although nearly every state has a statute of limitations on filing civil suits, many states have expanded time limits for cases involving abuse of minors, including Washington, which extends the timeline under the Childhood Sexual Abuse Statute. This helps account for the delayed discovery of abuse (e.g., the delay in recognizing the link between one’s adult injuries and childhood abuse).
So, even if your abuse or the abuse of a loved one happened years ago, it is worth speaking with a Washington lawyer about your school sex abuse case. Your case may even help others avoid similar situations in the future.
A Washington school sexual abuse attorney can provide support through the steps of filing your lawsuit. Our legal team is trauma-informed with a deep understanding of the emotional and psychological toll sexual abuse has on a person and his or her family. Our legal team can help you hold negligent institutions accountable and maximize potential compensation for:
Choosing the right legal advocate is important when dealing with such sensitive and complex issues as school sex abuse. Our attorney has familiarity with Washington court procedures and the experience managing privacy-based, client-centered cases to help you take back your voice.
Survivors of abuse and their families should reach out to a qualified Washington school sexual abuse lawyer for help in pursuing justice and compensation for their pain. Nobody should face the legal system alone, especially after having been through so much. At Boren Law, we seek justice for survivors and help you gain closure and compensation.
Are you ready to move your case forward with a strong advocate on your side? Contact Boren Law today for a free, confidential consultation.