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Youth Sports Sexual Abuse

August 30, 2022

Around 60 million children between the ages of six and 18 participate in youth sports in the United States annually. For many, the experience is rewarding,...

Sexual Abuse

Sexual Harassment and Personal Trainers

July 14, 2022

by Thomas A. Cifarelli

Entering into an agreement with a personal trainer requires vulnerability. We trust these professionals to assist us in our health-related goals, provide support and feedback, and...

Nursing Home Abuse, Sexual Abuse

Sexual Abuse of the Elderly

June 17, 2022

by Thomas A. Cifarelli

Sexual abuse of the elderly is, tragically, far from uncommon in nursing homes. In fact, studies have found that around 83% of elderly sexual abuse victims...

Sexual Abuse

What is the Statute of Limitations on Sexual Abuse Claims in California?

May 16, 2022

by Thomas A. Cifarelli

Generally speaking, adult victims of sexual abuse have 10 years to file a claim in the state of California. If the incident resulted in a serious illness or...

Child Abuse, Sexual Abuse

Sexual Assault Awareness Month

April 7, 2022

by Thomas A. Cifarelli

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month and this year’s theme, from the National Sexual Violence Research Center (NSVRC), is “Building Safe Online Spaces Together.” It is important to...

Birth Injury

National Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month

March 15, 2022

by Thomas A. Cifarelli

March is National Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month, an observation started in 2006. The intent of this month, according to the Cerebral Palsy Guide, is to “push...

Uncategorized

A Surge in Pedestrian Accidents Places Children at Increased Risk

February 17, 2022

by Thomas A. Cifarelli

According to research conducted by Smart Growth America, California is the 16th most dangerous state for pedestrians, just below Arkansas and just above Missouri. Our state averages two...

Sexual Abuse

Medical Professionals and Sexual Assault

January 18, 2022

by Thomas A. Cifarelli

Medical issues, be they physiological, psychological, or a combination of the two, can make a person extremely vulnerable. It is essential, then, that medical professionals exercise...

Child Abuse

School Should Be a Safe Place for Children

December 21, 2021

by Thomas A. Cifarelli

School should be a safe place for children of all abilities and needs. Teachers, administrators, and support staff have a legal responsibility to make sure the...

Child Abuse, Sexual Abuse

Where Does Sexual Abuse Most Commonly Occur?

November 19, 2021

by Thomas A. Cifarelli

According to RAINN, 55% of all sexual assaults happen at or near the victim’s home. Many of these occur while the victim is sleeping. RAINN further reports that...