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Sexual Abuse & Institutional Claims

Sexual Abuse Lawsuit Guide: Understanding Your Legal Rights as a Survivor

Survivors of sexual abuse can pursue civil lawsuits against perpetrators and institutions that enabled abuse. Lawsuits are separate from criminal charges and seek compensation for harm suffered. Learn what civil claims are available, the lawsuit process, and resources for survivors.

January 19, 2026
Sexual Abuse & Institutional Claims

Sexual Abuse Statute of Limitations: Time Limits That May Not Apply to Your Case

Many states have eliminated or extended statutes of limitations for sexual abuse claims, especially childhood abuse. Some states opened revival windows allowing previously time-barred claims. Learn your state current limitations, delayed discovery rules, and recent legislative changes that may help.

January 19, 2026
Sexual Abuse & Institutional Claims

School Sexual Abuse Lawsuits: Holding Schools Accountable for Student Safety

Schools have a duty to protect students from sexual abuse by teachers, staff, and other students. When they fail—through negligent hiring, inadequate supervision, or covering up complaints—victims may have claims. Learn school liability standards and pursuing claims against public and private schools.

January 19, 2026
Sexual Abuse & Institutional Claims

Teacher Sexual Abuse Claims: Legal Action Against Educators and School Districts

Teacher-student sexual abuse violates trust and causes lasting harm. School districts may be liable if they ignored warning signs, failed to investigate complaints, or passed problem teachers to other schools. Learn how to pursue claims against teachers and the districts that enabled them.

January 19, 2026
Sexual Abuse & Institutional Claims

Church Sexual Abuse Lawsuits: Seeking Justice from Religious Institutions

Religious institutions facing sexual abuse allegations include Catholic dioceses, Protestant churches, and other faith communities. Many have paid billions in settlements to survivors. Learn how church abuse claims work, institutional liability theories, and recent developments expanding victim rights.

January 19, 2026
Sexual Abuse & Institutional Claims

Catholic Church Abuse Claims: Pursuing Cases Against Dioceses and Clergy

The Catholic Church abuse crisis has resulted in thousands of lawsuits and billions in settlements. Dioceses have unique structures affecting liability, and many have filed bankruptcy. Learn how Catholic Church claims work, bankruptcy implications, compensation funds, and current opportunities for survivors.

January 19, 2026
Sexual Abuse & Institutional Claims

Sports Sexual Abuse Lawsuits: Holding Athletic Organizations Accountable

Sexual abuse in sports affects athletes at all levels—from youth leagues to professional teams. Organizations like USA Gymnastics have faced massive liability for protecting abusers. Learn how sports abuse claims work, organizational liability theories, and recent developments in athlete protection.

January 19, 2026
Sexual Abuse & Institutional Claims

Coach Sexual Abuse Claims: Legal Action Against Coaches and Athletic Programs

Coaches hold positions of trust and authority that abusers exploit. Athletic programs may be liable for negligent hiring, inadequate supervision, or ignoring complaints. Learn how to pursue claims against abusive coaches and the organizations that enabled their access to athletes.

January 19, 2026
Sexual Abuse & Institutional Claims

Rideshare Sexual Assault Lawsuits: Claims Against Uber, Lyft, and Drivers

Sexual assaults by rideshare drivers have led to thousands of lawsuits against Uber, Lyft, and similar companies. Platform liability theories include negligent background checks and failure to respond to prior complaints. Learn how rideshare assault claims work and pursuing justice.

January 19, 2026
Sexual Abuse & Institutional Claims

Uber Sexual Assault Claims: Pursuing Legal Action After Driver Assault

Uber faces numerous lawsuits alleging inadequate driver screening and failure to protect passengers from sexual assault. The company forced arbitration requirement complicates claims but does not prevent recovery. Learn how Uber assault claims proceed and building a strong case.

January 19, 2026
Sexual Abuse & Institutional Claims

Social Media Harm Lawsuits: Legal Action Against Platforms for User Injuries

Parents and users are suing social media platforms for addiction, mental health damage, and enabling harmful content. Section 230 immunity is being tested as plaintiffs argue platforms designed addictive features. Learn about emerging social media liability theories and current litigation.

January 19, 2026
Sexual Abuse & Institutional Claims

Social Media Addiction Claims: Suing Platforms for Designed-In Compulsive Use

Lawsuits allege social media companies knowingly designed addictive features targeting children despite internal research showing harm. Product liability and negligence theories may bypass Section 230 protections. Learn about social media addiction litigation and potential claims.

January 19, 2026