Can Sexual Assault Victims Force the Prosecutor to Press Charges?

By David M. Ring | March 18, 2024 | Comments Off on Can Sexual Assault Victims Force the Prosecutor to Press Charges?

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,…

Taylor & Ring Secures $13M Verdict Against Los Angeles Unified School District

By Natalie Weatherford | March 5, 2024 | Comments Off on Taylor & Ring Secures $13M Verdict Against Los Angeles Unified School District

On February 26, Taylor & Ring secured a $13M verdict against the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD), in a case involving a 9th-grade student (Jane Doe) and a 19-year-old special needs assistant named Daniel Garcia. The 14-year-old was a student at Daniel Pearl Magnet High School (DPMHS) in 2014 when Garcia groomed and sexually…

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

By John C. Taylor | December 14, 2023 | Comments Off on How Long Do You Have to Bring a Civil Case for Sexual Assault in California?

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 | Comments Off on Seeking Medical Help After Sexual Assault

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…

Campus Sexual Assault: Understanding Title IX

By John C. Taylor | November 13, 2023 | Comments Off on Campus Sexual Assault: Understanding Title IX

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 | Comments Off on The Long-Term Effects of Sexual Assault

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…

Employer Responsibilities and Survivor Rights in Workplace Sexual Assault Cases

By Natalie Weatherford | October 30, 2023 | Comments Off on Employer Responsibilities and Survivor Rights in Workplace Sexual Assault Cases

Unfortunately, sexual assault in the workplace happens more often than you might think. If you are a survivor of sexual assault in the workplace, it is important that you know that you have rights and that your employer has responsibilities. This behavior is not only against the law, but it is also traumatizing and devastating…

Speaking Your Truth: The Process of Filing a Sexual Assault Lawsuit

By David M. Ring | July 17, 2023 | Comments Off on Speaking Your Truth: The Process of Filing a Sexual Assault Lawsuit

When an individual is sexually assaulted in Los Angeles, they can file a civil lawsuit against the perpetrator and any other liable parties. A civil lawsuit seeks compensation (damages) for injuries, harms, and losses. When new clients meet with us, they often have a lot of questions about the process itself. So today, we want…

How Sheryl Lee Ralph’s Assault Reveals a Cold Truth About Entertainment

By David M. Ring | May 8, 2023 | Comments Off on How Sheryl Lee Ralph’s Assault Reveals a Cold Truth About Entertainment

The entertainment industry is one that has been riddled with cases of sexual assault and harassment for decades. Victims of sexual assault within the industry are often silenced or discouraged from speaking out in an effort to preserve the reputation of those involved or the project they’re working on. Recently, actress Sheryl Lee Ralph opened…

Protecting Workers During National Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month

By John C. Taylor | April 24, 2023 | Comments Off on Protecting Workers During National Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month

Every April, we recognize National Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month. While it’s not quite a celebration, we observe this month to get more people talking about the topic so we can take action and find more ways to prevent it. While sexual assault can happen anywhere, many people forget how common it is in…

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