The Role of Forensic Nurses in Sexual Assault Cases

By Natalie Weatherford | April 8, 2024

Sexual assaults are traumatic. They change lives forever. Victims of rape and sexual assault suffer severe psychological harm that lasts a lifetime. Victims may never feel safe again. The victims of sexual assault will need help from their loved ones, psychologists, psychiatrists, and other healthcare providers. While most healthcare providers treat the physical and mental…

What Is Revenge Porn?

By David M. Ring | April 1, 2024

According to Psych Central, revenge porn is the sharing of private sexual materials of someone without their consent and with the intent to embarrass that someone or cause that person distress. The materials include photos and videos and are often posted on the internet. The posting is more than just psychologically damaging. Victims often feel…

What To Do If You Suspect a Child is Being Sexually Abused or Assaulted

By David M. Ring | March 25, 2024

Sexual abuse and assaults of children should never happen. Children who are sexually abused or assaulted immediately lose their childhood innocence. They lose their trust in people. For many victims, the devasting trauma lasts for a lifetime. According to the National Health Service in the United Kingdom, sexual abuse includes: Forcing a child to masturbate…

Can Sexual Assault Victims Force the Prosecutor to Press Charges?

By David M. Ring | March 18, 2024

Sexual assault victims deserve justice. Justice for sexual assault victims can be achieved in two ways. In all instances, if you have been raped or sexually assaulted, you have the right to file a personal injury claim against the person who assaulted you. You may also have a claim against employers and other people, organizations,…

California to Eliminate Statute of Limitations for Child Sex Abuse Lawsuits

By John C. Taylor | March 11, 2024

California has eliminated the statute of limitations for people to file lawsuits over allegations of child sexual assault, under a new law Gov. Gavin Newsom signed in October 2023. The new law won’t apply to instances of sexual assault that occurred before the bill took effect, on January 1, 2024. However, it does eliminate an…

How Long Do You Have to Bring a Civil Case for Sexual Assault in California?

By John C. Taylor | December 14, 2023

California passed a law on January 1, 2023, that extends the statute of limitations (the time victims have to file a claim) for claims by adult survivors of sexual assault. The new legislation is in response to the impact of the #MeToo movement and advocates for victims of sexual assault and abuse nationwide. According to…

Seeking Medical Help After Sexual Assault

By John C. Taylor | November 27, 2023

If you have been sexually assaulted in any way, it is crucial that you seek medical help as quickly as possible. This is not only important to gather evidence of the sexual assault, but it is also important to ensure that you get the medical attention that you need. While you may be feeling lost…

What You Should Know About Online Sexual Harassment and Bullying

By Natalie Weatherford | November 20, 2023

Many people are under the impression that they can hide behind their keyboard and computer screen and get away with anything. In recent years, reports of online sexual harassment, assault, and cyberbullying have increased. Victims can be adults or children of all backgrounds and incomes. According to a study released by the Pew Research Center…

Campus Sexual Assault: Understanding Title IX

By John C. Taylor | November 13, 2023

Young people in Los Angeles and other small and large cities in the United States gear up every fall, preparing to go to college and earn an education. However, the unfortunate reality is that many students are being sexually assaulted each year because America has a huge problem when it comes to sexual assault on…

The Long-Term Effects of Sexual Assault

By David M. Ring | November 6, 2023

Sexual assault is one of the most traumatic and devastating experiences that a human being can go through. In fact, sexual assault is a terrible crime that physically, emotionally, and psychologically affects sexual assault survivors for the rest of their lives. To get through each week, month, or year, they may need to continuously visit…

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