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Limited Success Removing the Secrecy Surrounding Sexual Harassment Claims in California
Sexual Abuse
Limited Success Removing the Secrecy Surrounding Sexual Harassment Claims in California

Thomas A. Cifarelli
October 29, 2018
by Thomas A. Cifarelli

Advocates for the rights of victims of sexual harassment have battled against practices that restrict public disclosure of misconduct by offenders. Conditioning settlements in sexual harassment...
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What Does a Lawyer Look for During a Sexual Harassment Consultation?
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What Does a Lawyer Look for During a Sexual Harassment Consultation?

Thomas A. Cifarelli
October 15, 2018
by Thomas A. Cifarelli

State and federal laws protecting individuals against inappropriate, gender-related conduct at their places of employment cannot be effective unless the victim is willing to report it....
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Failing to Report Sexual Assault Does Not Mean It Did Not Happen
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Failing to Report Sexual Assault Does Not Mean It Did Not Happen

Thomas A. Cifarelli
October 10, 2018
by Thomas A. Cifarelli

The recent Senate hearings that ended with the confirmation of the newest member of the Supreme Court focused national attention on unreported sexual assaults. The news...
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Compensating the Victims of Sexual Violence
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Compensating the Victims of Sexual Violence

Thomas A. Cifarelli
September 25, 2018
by Thomas A. Cifarelli

A sexual assault occurs in this country every 98 seconds with 60,000 children and more than 321,000 individuals 12 years of age and older becoming victims...
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California Legislature Seeks to Strengthen Laws Against Workplace Sexual Harassment
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California Legislature Seeks to Strengthen Laws Against Workplace Sexual Harassment

Thomas A. Cifarelli
September 24, 2018
by Thomas A. Cifarelli

Media attention given to sexual harassment allegations by women in the entertainment industry cast a spotlight on a problem that has been around for quite a...
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Hearings on Nominee to US Supreme Court Take Up Sexual Assault Issue
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Hearings on Nominee to US Supreme Court Take Up Sexual Assault Issue

Thomas A. Cifarelli
September 18, 2018
by Thomas A. Cifarelli

It appeared as though the only thing left for a Senate panel to do was vote on the nominee for a position on the Supreme Court...
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Steps to Take If You Are a Victim of Workplace Sexual Harassment
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Steps to Take If You Are a Victim of Workplace Sexual Harassment

Thomas A. Cifarelli
August 28, 2018
by Thomas A. Cifarelli

The prevalence of stories in the media about sexual harassment in the workplace is an indication of the magnitude of the problem. An online survey concluded...
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Screening Coaches to Prevent Sexual Abuse in Youth Sports Organizations
Sexual Abuse
Screening Coaches to Prevent Sexual Abuse in Youth Sports Organizations

Thomas A. Cifarelli
August 24, 2018
by Thomas A. Cifarelli

The prosecution and conviction of the team doctor for USA Gymnastics and Michigan State University on charges of sexually assaulting more than 160 young athletes rocked...
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Men Who Are Victims of Sexual Harassment Have Rights, but Not Enough of Them Come Forward
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Men Who Are Victims of Sexual Harassment Have Rights, but Not Enough of Them Come Forward

Thomas A. Cifarelli
August 15, 2018
by Thomas A. Cifarelli

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission reports it received 6,696 complaints last year of sexual harassment in the workplace, which should not be surprising given the...
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Warning Signs Your Child Might Be the Victim of Sexual Abuse
Sexual Abuse
Warning Signs Your Child Might Be the Victim of Sexual Abuse

Thomas A. Cifarelli
July 26, 2018
by Thomas A. Cifarelli

The poor rate of reporting of sexual assaults by adult victims, only one out of three assaults are reported according to one survey of victims, is...
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Get Help From An Irvine Attorney Following Child Sexual Abuse

If you or your child has been a victim, talk to an Irvine child sexual abuse lawyer at The Cifarelli Law Firm. Our team is passionate about advocating for victims and helping them seek justice. We understand this is a difficult situation, and we strive to create a place where victims from all over California can feel safe and heard. Call The Cifarelli Law Firm today to schedule a free consultation.

Phone Number (949) 502-8600