When people misuse their power, we can help you get your life back
Sexual assaults or abuse can happen to anyone. The impacts are life changing. Legislative reform means that most sexual assault and abuse claims can now be made even many years after the event.
Assaults can happen in public or private spaces, at home, at work or at school. Too often sexual assaults are committed by those in a position of power or authority where inadequate oversights or safeguards are in place. When this occurs, the person who committed the abuse may be legally responsible for your harms and losses – as well as the organization where the person worked or volunteered.
People often hesitate to come forward for many reasons, possibly because they are afraid – or because they aren’t sure what happened to them was assault. We are here to support people who report situations where they did not give consent, or when they withdrew consent but the behaviour continued.
Regardless of whether an abuser is charged or convicted of a criminal office, we can help you regain control of your life by pursuing a civil case against the abuser and anyone else who enabled the abuse to take place. You may be entitled to damages for the physical and emotional pain you have suffered, income loss, treatment costs and other damages related to the harms and losses you experienced. In some cases, punitive or aggravated damages may be awarded – meaning you could receive greater compensation .
We understand the emotional journey that will begin when making a claim like this. Our job is to make sure your rights are protected while always ensuring you fully understand every step in this process. You may find that taking proactive steps helps you get your life back. Call us for a no-charge consultation. All enquires are strictly confidential, whether you choose to work with us or not.