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Title IX’s Role in California Schools
Sexual Abuse
Title IX’s Role in California Schools

Thomas A. Cifarelli
June 17, 2025
by Thomas A. Cifarelli

Former San Diego teacher Jacqueline Ma has been sentenced to 30 years to life for sexually assaulting two students in her elementary school classroom. The 36-year-old...
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Preventing and Reporting Sexual Abuse in California Schools
Sexual Abuse
Preventing and Reporting Sexual Abuse in California Schools

Thomas A. Cifarelli
June 17, 2025
by Thomas A. Cifarelli

42-year-old David Lane Braff, a former Ventura, California school counselor, was arrested on November 22, 2024 for molesting eight students at an elementary school. As new...
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What Grooming Looks Like and Why It Matters in Sex Abuse Cases
Sexual Abuse
What Grooming Looks Like and Why It Matters in Sex Abuse Cases

Thomas A. Cifarelli
June 15, 2025
by Thomas A. Cifarelli

Sexual abuse rarely happens without warning signs. In many cases, the abuser takes deliberate steps to gain a victim’s trust, manipulate boundaries, and create silence. This process,...
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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.

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