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 was arrested in 2023 after a report was filed, including inappropriate messages found between Ma and one of her students. Ma used her reputation as “teacher of the year” […]

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 survivors are speaking up and seeking help, the initial number of charges has now increased to 31 counts of child molestation, against both male and female students under 14

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, known as grooming, can be subtle, calculated, and difficult to detect. At Cifarelli Law Firm, our compassionate, knowledgeable attorneys help survivors throughout Anaheim, Santa Ana, and Southern California hold abusers and

Survivors of sexual abuse often hesitate to come forward due to concerns about privacy. The fear of having their identity exposed in a lawsuit can be overwhelming, especially when taking legal action against a powerful institution or public figure. However, California law provides options for survivors to file lawsuits anonymously, helping them seek justice without compromising their

Survivors of sexual abuse often face overwhelming emotional and legal challenges in seeking justice. While many assume that a criminal conviction is the only path to accountability, California law also allows survivors to pursue justice through a civil lawsuit. The brilliant legal team at The Cifarelli Law Firm in Orange County helps survivors seek compensation and hold

As remote work becomes increasingly popular in today’s digital landscape, new challenges are emerging. One of the major issues in virtual space is sexual harassment. While remote work offers many benefits, such as flexibility and convenience, it also presents unique challenges when it comes to addressing remote workplace harassment.  In this article, we will explore

According to statistics, around 463,000 cases of rape and sexual assault are reported each year in the United States involving victims ages 12 and above. Regrettably, there are far too many instances where victims are too afraid to come forward and, instead, suffer in silence. If you have been the victim of sexual abuse, it is

In the advanced and highly interconnected digital world of today, the wealth of opportunities available for online communication, entertainment, and learning is awe-inspiring. However, the advent of the internet has also brought with it a number of cyber threats and dangers that can extend beyond the internet and into the real world. One such danger

The workplace is supposed to be a safe environment where you’re able to perform your job productively without fear of mental or physical harm. Unfortunately, sexual abuse and assault can occur anywhere, from the workplace and school facilities to bars and other public spaces. If you are a survivor of one of these heinous crimes, know that