March 2024 - The Cifarelli Law Firm

Helping Child Sexual Abuse Victims: Should You Call a California Sexual Abuse Attorney?

March 28, 2024

Tragically, many children suffer sexual abuse but are afraid to come forward and complain. They may think no one will believe them or fear the abuser’s reaction. If...

Child Abuse

How to Prevent Child Sexual Abuse in Youth-Serving Organizations

March 28, 2024

by Thomas A. Cifarelli

Many youth-serving organizations do wonderful work empowering children and teens, helping them discover talents while building connections between young people and the community. However, like any...

Child Abuse, Child Sex Abuse

What is Child Grooming? Sexual Abuse Attorney Lists Stages and Warning Signs of Grooming

March 26, 2024

by Thomas A. Cifarelli

Grooming is a gradual, stealthy process during which the groomer builds an emotional bond with the target, meaning to abuse or exploit them sexually later on....

Sexual Harassment

How to Recognize and Report Sexual Misconduct at Work

March 26, 2024

by Thomas A. Cifarelli

Various state and federal laws and workplace policies protect employees from sexual harassment. Nevertheless, sexual misconduct at work still happens. Rude jokes, inappropriate remarks, and solicitation of...

Sexual Harassment

How Do You Know if Someone is Grooming You for Sexual Abuse?

March 22, 2024

by Thomas A. Cifarelli

Grooming for sexual abuse can be a long, stealthy game. Groomers will usually take their time to build a relationship with their victims in person or...

Car Accident

How Much is My Irvine Car Accident Case Worth?

March 22, 2024

by Thomas A. Cifarelli

When you contact an Irvine car accident lawyer after a car crash, one of your first questions is probably, “What settlement size can I expect?” Estimating your case’s...

Child Sex Abuse

How Can You Recognize Child Sexual Abuse at School?

March 20, 2024

by Thomas A. Cifarelli

Recognizing signs of child sexual abuse at school can be tricky. Unless your child lets you know what’s going on, it’s difficult to tell whether common symptoms, like...

Child Abuse

Girl Scout Abuse: Recognizing the Signs of Sexual Abuse

March 15, 2024

by Thomas A. Cifarelli

Youth organizations, including the Girl Scouts, have firm policies that prohibit child neglect and abuse. The organizations also have strict reporting policies if someone suspects abuse...

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