School Sexual Abuse Lawyer Sacramento, CA

Hold Abusers Accountable With Our Sacramento, CA School Sexual Abuse Lawyer

We trust our schools to educate and prepare our children for a bright future. When an educator or school administrator violates this trust and sexually abuses our children, they should be held accountable and prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. Legal accountability goes beyond sending a sexual abuser to jail. Survivors of school sexual abuse have considerable rights in civil court, as well. In fact, civil action may be the only way to hold the school and school district accountable for their own negligence. Our Sacramento, CA school sexual abuse lawyer can help you learn more about your rights to file a lawsuit for damages.

California recently changed the law, extending the statute of limitations for school sexual abuse claims. This allows many people, like you, who would not otherwise be able to file a suit to do so. The attorneys at Kellogg & Van Aken LLP are ready to help support your claim and can explain all your options in a free legal consultation. Please call us today for a free case review.

How Changes To California Law Helps School Sexual Abuse Victims

Starting in January 2023, California’s “look-back” window extended the statute of limitations for filing civil claims based on school sexual abuse. California Assembly Bill 2777 (AB 2777) gives school sexual abuse survivors the opportunity to file a suit based on past abuse. This legal provision creates a “look back” window for survivors who, many times, were unable to come forward earlier. Lasting trauma may have made it impossible for you to name your abuser before, and now, you have a chance to place their actions on public record.

Perhaps you were afraid of your abuser or thought no one would believe you, allowing the original statute of limitations for your case to expire. Now, though, you have another opportunity to make your voice heard and hold the abuse and the school, accountable for the harm you suffered. We’re here to help you get there. Our lawyers believe you; we’re completely on your side and put our considerable skills, knowledge, and training to work on your behalf.

How Our Legal Team Helps Sexual Abuse Survivors

When you file a civil suit for compensatory damages in school sexual abuse claims, you name a defendant, the person who committed the abuse. However, in many cases, we name additional defendants. The school, school district, and possibly the principal could have all been negligent in permitting the abuse to happen, creating conditions in which abuse was more likely to occur, or even actively shielding the abuser from being exposed.

School districts are responsible for properly vetting all employees during hiring, conducting background checks, and weeding out those who harm children. In addition, schools, principals, administrators, and the school district must maintain proper staff supervision, investigate claims of possible abuse, and create a protective environment for students. The school is responsible for preventing abuse; if it fails in this duty, it should be held accountable.

Our Sacramento school sexual abuse lawyer is here to ensure that they are. We will hold all negligent parties to justice on your behalf. Contact Kellogg & Van Aken LLP today for a free consultation.