Victims of childhood sexual abuse will want to know that it takes 26 to 39 weeks for a Juvenile Commitment Facility sexual abuse lawsuit case to settle. In only 6 to 8 months, victims can move past the financial hardships created by sexual abuse as a child thanks to receiving their settlement and begin to heal from the trauma and pain of this unthinkable event. However, it will take longer for a Juvenile Commitment Facility sexual assault case to settle due to the added complexities of these cases. Victims considering a class action will need to understand that settling a Juvenile Commitment Facility sexual abuse class action lawsuit will take the longest. These cases include many victims and can require five years or more to settle for the members.
Suffering sexual abuse as a child in the care of a California juvenile facility can leave scars that last a lifetime. The team at Normandie Law Firm is here to assist the victims of Juvenile Commitment Facility sexual abuse or sexual assault in securing the settlement that they deserve. We also know from speaking with past clients that holding the Juvenile Commitment Facility and the abusers accountable for the harm they caused is a significant step in the healing process for many victims. Please get in touch with our office 24/7 to learn more about making your voice heard and seeking the compensation you are owed for the injustice that occurred while in the care of the Juvenile Commitment Facility as a minor.
Our staff of seasoned sexual abuse lawyers is ready to provide a free consultation to discuss the details of your case in a private and less invasive setting. Once they understand the extent of the events, they will share with you their professional evaluation of the legal merit of your case and ability to file a Juvenile Commitment Facility sexual abuse lawsuit or sexual assault lawsuit against the Juvenile Commitment Facility. Please reach out to Normandie Law Firm today to schedule your free consultation.
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The Legal Definitions Of Sexual Abuse And Sexual Assault
Most people use the terms sexual abuse and sexual assault interchangeably. Both are seen as unforgivable violations of the victim and an invasion of the most personal and private nature. However, in California, these are two different acts against the victim. While both involve a sexual component, typically, sexual assault includes significantly more violence and potential for physical injuries than sexual abuse.
Victims of sexual assault can suffer broken bones, extensive soft tissue injuries, and damage to reproductive organs, as well as unwanted pregnancies or sexually transmitted diseases. All the complications result in significant medical expenses and could lead to lifetime challenges. For these reasons, the settlements delivered to sexual assault victims are often more robust than those received by sexual abuse victims. However, the added complexities of the cases mean it will take longer for a Juvenile Commitment Facility sexual assault case to settle. The acts commonly categorized as sexual assault include:
- Rape
- Sodomy
- Oral copulation
- Any form of sexual penetration other than intercourse
- Forcing a minor to participate in pornography or prostitution
The acts considered sexual abuse are often far less physically harmful to the victims. But they are sure to leave equally painful and traumatic emotional scars that can hinder the victim for a lifetime. Some of the more common acts that are considered sexual abuse include but are not limited to:
- Unwanted touching of a minor, including the groin area, breasts, buttocks, or genitals
- Forcing the minor to grope, fondle, or touch their abuser, especially in the private areas and in a sexual manner
- Making lewd or sexually explicate comments to a minor
- Forcing a minor to masturbate while their abuser watches
- Making a minor watch as their abuser masturbates
Finally, it is necessary to understand that minors are not old enough to provide legal consent to participate in acts of a sexual nature. So when the lawsuit lists the violations, these acts are all considered forced sexual acts against the victim. Forced sex acts are legally seen as more egregious and will provide a more significant settlement for the victim. It is not unexpected for an adult who was sexually abused as a child or sexually assaulted to receive a larger settlement than an adult victim who suffered similar acts.
How Many Years Does It Take To Settle A Juvenile Commitment Facility Abuse Lawsuit?
When you hire the experts at Normandie Law Firm, it will take 6 to 8 months to settle a Juvenile Commitment Facility abuse lawsuit if the case is straightforward. But if the case is more complex, it will take one or two years to settle a Juvenile Commitment Facility sex abuse lawsuit. But the skill and determination of the team at Normandie Law Firm is sure to secure you the settlement you deserve for the sexual abuse you suffered as a child in the custody of Juvenile Commitment Facility.
Please know these are basic guidelines to settle the average sex abuse lawsuit or a more challenging sexual abuse or sexual assault case. The times are based on the previous cases handled by our team and have been proven to be accurate based on the significant number we have litigated for sexual abuse victims like yourself. To have a more specific estimate to settle your Juvenile Commitment Facility sexual abuse lawsuit or sexual assault lawsuit, please contact Normandie Law Firm today to request a free consultation.
No Upfront Legal Fees
When you decide to pursue a Juvenile Commitment Facility sexual abuse lawsuit with the help of Normandie Law Firm, we never ask for upfront legal fees to be paid before we begin working on your case. Instead, our team gets to work immediately. We only request payment for our work and reimbursement for fees paid on your behalf after delivering the settlement needed to cover your legal costs. And if we fail to win your case and get you the funds you deserve, you owe us nothing.
This simple payment policy ensures that all sexual abuse or sexual assault victims have access to the best legal services. We believe your financial status should never impact your ability to seek justice. Please contact Normandie Law Firm today to learn more about your rights as a sexual abuse victim.
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