Recent Orange Coast Magazine Features Cifarelli Law Firm A new edition of the Orange Coast Magazine features the Cifarelli Law Firm and its commitment to helping victims of sexual abuse. In the in-depth feature article, the story begins when attorney Tom Cifarelli was a young attorney in 1994. Cifarelli embarked on a pivotal journey when …
Unfortunately, sexual abuse occurs all too often in schools and in the classroom. Sexual abuse can happen between all those attending the school, and even those working on the premises, which can include staff and administrators. It can happen to anyone, of any race, gender, or age. Regardless of who is sexually abusing who, the …
Child Abused in Religious Organization. How You Can Help: When your child or one you know has been sexually abused by an individual affiliated with a religious organization, unbearable emotions, and thoughts are racing through your head. All of these are warranted, but what matters is getting the support and recovery plans in place to …
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February 7th is Safer Internet Day, a project started by the EU in 2004 that has since expanded to more than 180 countries worldwide. Safer Internet Day intends to raise awareness of emerging online issues and concerns, including those that most impact children, such as cyberbullying, sexual predators, and cyber stalkers. Children are particularly vulnerable to …
The sexual abuse of children is shockingly common. One in four girls and one in 13 boys will experience some form of sexual abuse before they reach adulthood, yet many parents avoid talking to their children about what is and is not appropriate touch. A national survey conducted by C.S. Motts Children’s Hospital found that fewer than …
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The Cifarelli Law Firm is actively investigating claims of sexual abuse suffered by students at Servite High School. In light of additional victims coming forward to accuse Father Kevin Fitzpatrick of sexual abuse during their time at the prestigious private school, our firm is actively pursuing additional information that could help victims seek compensatory justice. Father Fitzpatrick …
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Generally speaking, sex offenders, once released from prison, a mental facility, or rehabilitation, are free to live in any residential neighborhood within the state. Some exceptions include prohibitions against residing within 2,000 feet of a school or park where children gather while the offender is on parole or probation. Still, by and large, even offenders …
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, educational, and fun. Unfortunately for others, sexual abuse from coaches or other adults involved in youth sports turns what should be enriching into a living nightmare. Several high-profile cases …
