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CALIFORNIA SEXUAL ABUSE LAWYERS
Empowering Sexual Abuse Survivors in California
Levy Konigsberg is proud to be one of the nation’s most trusted and experienced law firms for survivors of sexual abuse. Based on new California laws, the firm is well equipped to champion the rights of those who endured sexual abuse during childhood and adulthood within the state. The new laws also allow survivors of sexual abuse to hold institutions accountable who enabled or covered up the abuse.
Were you sexually abused?
Unyielding Advocacy: Levy Konigsberg’s Approach
Levy Konigsberg’s unwavering commitment to justice transcends the scope of opposing forces, regardless of their scale and resources. If you were sexually abused in California, then we want to fight for you and your rights, as well as those of countless others who suffered in the same way but have not found the courage to speak up yet. It is our mission to hold perpetrators accountable, along with the institutions that defended and harbored them.
Fighting For Survivors of Sexual Abuse Within California Juvenile Detention Centers
For decades, California’s juvenile detention facilities have faced allegations of systemic failure in protecting young inmates from sexual abuse. Recently, significant legislative reforms have dramatically extended the statute of limitations for civil sexual abuse lawsuits, empowering more survivors to come forward and pursue justice. This legal landscape shift has prompted a wave of litigation aimed at holding these facilities accountable for past abuses and seeking financial compensation for survivors’ damages.
Sexual abuse perpetrated against minors incarcerated in juvenile detention facilities in California has been documented by various investigations and high-profile lawsuits over the years including involving allegations of abuse in California juvenile detention facilities such as Camp Barrett, Juvenile Ranch Facility (Rancho del Campo and Rancho del Rayo), Alameda County Juvenile Justice Center, Santa Clara County Juvenile Facilities, San Bernardino County Juvenile Detention and Assessment Center, Riverside County Juvenile Facilities, Ventura County Youth Correctional Facility, Fresno County Juvenile Facilities, Imperial County Juvenile Hall (El Centro), Kern County James G. Bowles Youth Detention Center, Sacramento County Youth Detention Facility, San Mateo County Hillcrest Juvenile Hall, Monterey County Youth Center, Merced County Iris Garrett Juvenile Hall, and San Joaquin County Juvenile Hall.
If you or someone you love has been a victim of sexual abuse in a California juvenile detention center, you don’t have to stand alone. Contact Levy Konigsberg today.
Fighting For Survivors of Sexual Abuse Within California Residential Treatment Centers
Residential treatment centers are meant to be therapeutic, healing environments. However, sexual abuse of residents in California’s residential treatment facilities is a widespread problem. This is clear from the numerous high-profile news stories, criminal charges against abusive staff, and civil lawsuits filed by survivors. California residential treatment centers, including but not limited to BHC Alhambra Hospital, Canyon Ridge Hospital, Heritage Oaks Hospital, Sierra Vista Hospital, A.B. and Jessie Polinsky Children’s Center, and Sharp Mesa Vista Hospital have faced allegations of sexual abuse and misconduct perpetrated against residents and patients in recent years.
If you or someone you love has been a victim of sexual abuse in a California residential treatment center, you don’t have to stand alone. Contact Levy Konigsberg today.
Fighting For Survivors of Sexual Abuse Within California Schools
Most incidents of sexual abuse against children are committed by trusted adults, such as teachers. Abuse by school teachers and staff often persists for long periods of time because children are afraid to speak up against their abuser, or feel ashamed, embarrassed, or responsible for the egregious acts of adults they believed to be trustworthy. California schools and universities are entrusted with the care of children and young adults and are responsible for providing a safe and secure environment. An educational institution that negligently hires or supervises its staff, or takes no action upon learning of sexual misconduct, fails to fulfill its duty to its students.
California schools and school districts across the state have faced numerous reports, investigations and lawsuits for enabling sexual abuse perpetrated against students.
If you or someone you love has been a victim of sexual abuse in a California school, you don’t have to stand alone. Contact Levy Konigsberg today.
Fighting For Survivors of Sexual Abuse Within California Women’s Prisons
Levy Konigsberg proudly represents hundreds of women who were sexually assaulted in various prisons, jails and correctional facilities. We are one of the nation’s leading law firms in sex abuse cases, and have earned national recognition for our many lawsuits filed for female inmates. We are using our experience and resources to bring the same caliber of counsel and representation to current and former inmates in California, too. Reports and allegations have shed a light on sexual abuse in California prisons, including but not limited to inmates currently or formerly housed in California Institution for Women, Valley State Prison for Women, Federal Correctional Institution Dublin, Central California Women’s Facility, Metropolitan Detention Center – Los Angeles, San Joaquin County Jail, Century Regional Detention Facility, Twin Towers Jail, and other California prisons and jails.
At Levy Konigsberg, our team of California prison sex abuse attorneys is currently investigating many different sex abuse cases at women’s prisons in California. We are able to bring a lawsuit against the most powerful prisons and government institutions. Contact us for the powerful legal counsel you need to pursue justice and compensation against the correctional officers who perpetrated sex crimes as well as the prison system that covered up these offenses.
We specialize in sexual abuse lawsuits against powerful institutions. These include government entities (such as prisons, schools, and juvenile detention / juvenile treatment centers), technology companies, and clergy.
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Who Can You Sue in a Sex Abuse Civil Case?
In a sex abuse civil case, the parties you might sue can vary depending on the circumstances of the abuse and the relationships involved.
Some potential parties that could be sued in a sex abuse civil case include:
- Individual Perpetrator: The alleged perpetrator of the sexual abuse can be named as a defendant in the lawsuit. This is often the person who directly committed the abusive acts.
- Institutions and Organizations: If the abuse occurred within an institution or organization, such as a school, church, sports club, or workplace, and they failed to take appropriate action to prevent or address the abuse, they might also be held liable.
- Employers: If the perpetrator was an employee of an organization or institution, the employer might be held vicariously liable for the actions of their employee if the abuse occurred within the scope of their employment.
- Property Owners: If the abuse occurred on a property owned by someone else, and the property owner failed to provide adequate security or take reasonable steps to prevent the abuse, they might be considered liable.
- Government Entities: In some cases, government entities might be involved, especially if the abuse occurred within a state institution or facility. Suing a government entity might involve specific procedures and limitations.
Sex abuse cases can be legally complex, so it's highly advisable to consult with experienced legal professionals who specialize in this area to understand your options and pursue the appropriate legal action. Levy Konigsberg, along with our team of sexual abuse lawyers, is available to provide assistance for your sexual abuse case.
California Sexual Abuse Attorneys
Sexual abuse lawsuits, like other claims brought by plaintiffs who seek damages for injuries, are subject to a legal deadline known as the statute of limitations. When the statute of limitations expires, victims are not able to file claims or recover compensation.
Fortunately, California has recognized that the statute of limitations can act as a barrier to justice for sexual abuse survivors, which research has shown can take years or decades to come to terms with their abuse and the damages it had caused. As such, California passed the Child Victims Act in 2019 to extend the statute of limitations for child sexual abuse lawsuits. Under the CA Child Victims Act, survivors sexually abused as minors can file claims until age 40 (22 years after turning 18).
In addition, the “Sexual Abuse and Cover Up Accountability Act” (AB 2777) gives greater protection to those sexually abused when they were 18 years or older. AB 2777 facilitates the pursuit of justice and accountability, enabling survivors to seek legal recourse against institutions that concealed or enabled the abuse. Under existing law, survivors abused when 18 or older may file a lawsuit within 10 years from the date of the abuse and survivors abused after January 1, 2009 may file until December 2026 for any claim that would otherwise be time-barred.
Determining the statute of limitations that applies to your sexual abuse case against a California entity can be challenging, which is why it is best to bring your matter to the attention of an experienced lawyer.
We Represent Survivors in All Types of Sex Abuse Claims
Trust Levy Konigsberg's Legal Team for Proven Results in Sexual Abuse and Negligence Cases
Levy Konigsberg LLP, a nationally recognized law firm, has built a legacy over three decades, recovering over $3 billion in sexual abuse compensation for clients. Led by award-winning sexual abuse lawyers, we specialize in representing survivors in sexual abuse across the country, taking on powerful institutions. Our top-rated trial practice handles all types of sexual abuse or negligence cases, showcasing numerous testimonials and successful case results.