School administrators are responsible for the many different operations within our education system. They also have immense power and access throughout our schools that can enable the bad acts of sexual predators in these positions. If you or your child was the victim of child sexual abuse by school administrators in Los Angeles, you have a right to pursue a civil case for compensation.
For over 25 years, The Cifarelli Law Firm has been helping victims throughout Southern California advocate for their legal rights following sexual abuse. Our dedicated school and university abuse attorneys take a sensitive and informative approach to cases to maximize our clients’ compensation. You can contact our office today to schedule a free case consultation.
Child sexual abuse by a Los Angeles school administrator can be difficult to imagine because they do not have the same access to students that teachers have. However, school administrators may still take advantage of students depending on their position and other opportunities that enable sexual abuse to occur. Examples of school administrators include the following types of positions:
The people in these administrative positions may have access to private offices or rooms that would allow them to commit acts of sexual abuse. For example, nurses and counselors could have one-on-one contact with students under the guise of providing medical care or therapy. Signs of child sexual abuse could include sudden changes in mental, emotional, or physical behavior. A student may suffer from shame over their body, anxiety, depression, and other challenges because of the sexual abuse. Sexual abuse that happens at school can also cause a sudden shift in a student’s attitude toward their education.
If a school administrator has sexually abused you or your child, contact Los Angeles law enforcement to report the crime and seek medical evaluation to document the abuse. Our attorneys at The Cifarelli Law Firm are available to discuss your case in more detail. Separate from a criminal case against a school administrator, we may file a civil claim to recover compensation for damages related to the child sexual abuse.
A school can also be liable for acts of child sexual abuse that its administrators commit. A school’s liability will depend on its policies or actions that allowed the sexual abuse to happen or that failed to protect a student in an attempted cover-up after the school became aware of the abuse.
A survivor of childhood sexual abuse may have a right to treble damages under California Code of Civil Procedure § 340.1 for cases involving a cover-up. The compensation in these cases can be up to three times the compensatory damages recovered at trial. Your other damages in a child sexual abuse case could include compensation for pain and suffering, medical care costs, therapy expenses, and diminished earning ability.
The effects of childhood sexual abuse can cause lifelong mental and physical damage that requires expensive care or other costs. You may need to relocate by moving away or changing schools because of the trauma, which is an additional damage to claim. We work to help clients fully understand their right to compensation in these cases so that they can make well-informed decisions when going to trial or considering a settlement offer.
Child sexual abuse by school administrators in Los Angeles is a difficult issue to address. You and your family are not alone in navigating your options and understanding your rights. Our experienced attorneys are available for a free initial consultation. Contact The Cifarelli Law Firm today to discuss your case in more detail.
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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