When people want to file lawsuits, they must abide by laws known as statutes of limitations. These statutes impose strict time limits on how long a plaintiff has to file a claim before losing their right to sue. The laws surrounding civil claims for sexual abuse are...
Civil claims for sexual abuse are often difficult to navigate because so many plaintiffs wait for years before coming forward with their claims. Waiting for so long might lead to lost evidence, making it harder to prove your case. Not only that, but there is a strict...
Sexual abuse in churches is a serious issue affecting people in every state. Some victims worry that churches are protected from liability, given their institutional status. However, churches have duties like nearly everyone in society, and reasonably protecting...
While individual people usually commit sexual abuse, the institutions behind those people can sometimes be held responsible. If you were sexually abused, talk to your attorney about possibly including an organization or institution in your lawsuit for damages. Holding...
When someone is deemed responsible for a plaintiff’s injuries in a civil lawsuit, they may be held liable for damages. Under certain circumstances, people or parties not directly involved in the incident may be held vicariously liable. A defendant may be held...
People who experience sexual abuse have the right to sue the people who hurt them in civil court. One of the biggest legal hurdles for plaintiffs in sexual abuse cases in North Carolina is the statute of limitations. The statute of limitations limits the time a person...
