Austin Sexual Abuse Lawyer

Sexual Abuse

Have you or a family member suffered from sexual abuse?

Reach out to a sexual abuse attorney in Austin to file a lawsuit against your assailant and obtain the settlement you deserve for the trauma you’ve been through. Victims of sexual abuse don’t always feel comfortable talking about their experience, but having the courage to speak up can be helpful in many ways. If you’ve suffered from abuse, holding your abuser accountable can prevent further abuse from occurring. It can remove any feelings of shame you may have. Finally, it can get you the compensation you deserve for your suffering.

At Crain Brogdon, LLP., we understand that talking about abuse isn’t easy, which is why we want to represent those in need of support. An Austin sexual abuse lawyer from our team can help conduct an investigation into your case so you can gather sufficient evidence to prove abuse took place. We’ll work diligently to win you the maximum settlement so you can begin the healing process.

Places Where Sexual Abuse Can Occur in Austin

Sexual abuse can occur anywhere, including some of the most unexpected places. Although you may associate sexual abuse with dark alleys and crime-ridden cities, sexual abuse often happens in places you generally consider safe. Abusers are more successful when they’ve gained the trust of their victims, so they often abuse people they know and are close to. This makes it harder for victims to come forward.

Churches, schools, and nursing homes are common places for sexual abuse. Because these organizations are meant to keep people safe, abusers take advantage of trusting individuals. 

Maximizing Your Settlement in a Sexual Abuse Lawsuit

Whether you’ve been sexually abused by someone you know or by a stranger on the street, filing a police report and holding the assailant both criminally and civilly liable will be the best way to punish them while also obtaining a proper settlement. If your abuse happened at an organization, you may be able to sue the organization for negligence, as well.

Once the defendants in your case can be determined, your sexual abuse lawyer in Austin will examine all of your damages and use these to calculate your claim value. Any medical expenses you’ve incurred from physical or mental treatment will be accounted for, as well as lost wages from missing work.

Non-economic damages, which include ways in which the abuse has affected your lifestyle, will be included in your settlement. These damages can include pain and suffering, loss of enjoyment of life, loss of consortium, and emotional distress.

The judge may award you punitive damages due to the fact that your abuser intentionally caused you harm. Punitive damages are awarded as a way to punish the defendant and make an example of them. 

Contact an Austin Sexual Abuse Attorney 

Although coming forward about sexual abuse can seem scary, doing so can set you free of any shame and pain you may feel. Once your abuser has begun paying the consequences for their crimes, you can begin the healing process.

If you’d like to discuss your case in greater detail with an Austin sexual abuse lawyer from Crain Brogdon, LLP., fill out the contact form below or call 214-522-9404 to schedule a free consultation.

Attorney Quentin Brogdon

Quentin Brogdon has over thirty years of experience and expertise in the field of personal injury trial law. He is board certified in both personal injury trial law and civil trial advocacy. Quentin has received an AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell, the highest possible rating. This rating reflects an attorney’s ethics and abilities according to reviews from fellow attorneys. [ Attorney Bio ]