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Stand Up For Your Child With Our West Los Angeles, CA Teacher-Student Sexual Abuse Lawyer
Sexual contact between a teacher and a student is wrong, whether the child victim is a kindergartner or a high-school senior days away from their 18th birthday. We’ve all seen the headlines about teachers having “relationships” with students, but that kind of behavior is fundamentally wrong and is considered sexual abuse. As a minor, your child cannot legally consent to sexual activities. Teachers, as trained professionals in child development, should know that any kind of sexual relationship is wrong, yet every year, hundreds of children are abused by the people we trust most. As a parent, you may wonder who can protect your child and what your recourse is. Our West Los Angeles, CA teacher-student sexual abuse lawyer can help you learn more about your options.
California is unique among other states in that it has expanded the statute of limitations under the California Child Victims Act (CA AB-218), which contains a “look back” period. This means that even if the statute of limitations on your or your child’s assault has expired, you may still be eligible to file a suit for damages. However, these cases can get complicated, and your opponent is probably a powerful school district with lots of lawyers. Even the playing field with advocacy from Seber Bulger Law. Call us today for a free consultation.
Our Attorneys Hold Abusive Teachers To Justice
The scars of childhood sexual abuse can last a lifetime for victims. Even with the best therapy and nurturing environment, a sexually abused child often carries mental and emotional trauma well into adulthood. Children cannot consent to any kind of sexual encounter, and many times, the child may not understand what is going on. They may comply to please the teacher or because they were threatened. We believe you. We protect you and support you and your family as you seek justice for your child.
The teacher who abused your child should face the full measure of justice, both in criminal court and civil, where we file your case. But, the teacher isn’t the only liable party in a child sexual abuse claim. We often name the school district as a liable party in child sexual abuse cases because the district and school principal should have reasonably known that the abuse was occurring Or, the school district failed in due diligence in hiring or supervision, permitting an abuser to gain access to children. Although we can’t put the school district behind bars, with the civil suit we file, we can ensure that it faces justice and that its failure to protect your child becomes public record.
Compensation Available In A Teacher-Child Sexual Abuse Claim
No amount of money can undo what happened to your child. We understand that. We know that talking about filing a civil suit for monetary damages can bring up uncomfortable feelings. Remember, though, it is your right to seek compensatory damages for the harm your child suffered. The compensation you get can cover any medical treatment they need to recover, which includes psychological counseling and give your family the means to rebuild your future. The attorneys at Seber Bulger Law want to help you. Call us today for a free consultation with our West Los Angeles teacher-student sexual abuse lawyer.
