Filing a Civil Claim for Sexual Assault

Filing a Civil Claim for Sexual Assault Unfortunately, many horrific sexual assault cases are presented to our firm on a fairly regular basis — involving both children and adults. While we do not want to share any details related to these heinous acts, we do want to walk you through the process of filing a … Read More

Sexual Assault in Nursing Homes

Sexual Assault in Nursing HomesIt’s difficult enough being a caretaker, and to entrust the care of your loved one to another when you realize you can’t do it yourself. You can go through every review, interview the nursing home director, and take every precaution, but this does not extinguish the guilt you may feel if … Read More

Sexual Assault and Third Party Liability

Sexual Assault and Third Party LiabilitySexual assault is about power and control.  It is a violent betrayal that can cause great harm, both physically and emotionally, to the victim. The pain and suffering can be greater than trauma caused by other personal injuries. The only way to be compensated for the paint and suffering from sexual … Read More

I Suspect Child Abuse at My Child’s Daycare – What Should I Do?

Steps to Take Now if You Suspect Child AbuseMany pre-school children spend at least a portion of the day in daycare centers. Oregon daycare centers have a duty to protect children from reasonably foreseeable harm. Accidents to children do not “just happen” and many accidents can be prevented if proper safety guidelines are followed, but … Read More

Statutes Of Limitations On Sex Crimes In Oregon

Oregon Statutes of Limitations for Sexual AbuseStatutes of Limitation are laws that restrict the time period in which a lawsuit can be filed.  All states have statutes of limitations for filing civil suits after an injury or a crime. While it is possible that missing these deadlines may prevent you from filing a suit, there … Read More

Child Sexual Abuse Warning Signs

Child Molestation Warning SignsChildhood sexual abuse includes a wide variety of behavior.  Sexual abuse may or may not involve physical contact. It is any act that engages a child in an activity for sexual purposes. Most children who are sexually abused are abused by someone they know. It using begins with grooming behavior. Grooming is … Read More