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New Jersey Sexual Assault Lawyers
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Schedule Your Case EvaluationSexual abuse is the most devastating violation a person can experience. Survivors are often silenced by fear and trauma. If you are a survivor of sexual abuse, you are not alone. You have the right to take legal action, and the experience sexual abuse lawyers at Eichen Crutchlow Zaslow are here to support you every step of the way. When you’re ready to talk, we’re ready to listen.
Civil Lawsuits For Sexual Assault
Trusted Legal Advocates For Sexual Abuse Survivors In New Jersey
Many sexual assault and abuse survivors believe that if criminal charges aren’t filed or don’t lead to a conviction, there are no other options. That’s not true. An experienced sexual assault lawyer in New Jersey can help you pursue justice through the civil court system, regardless of the outcome or occurrence of a criminal case.
A civil lawsuit allows you to hold your abuser and any institution or third party that enabled the abuse financially accountable for the harm you’ve endured. Civil claims focus on compensating you for your suffering, including emotional trauma, medical expenses, lost income, and pain and suffering. Civil claims also carry a lower burden of proof than criminal cases, meaning you do not need a conviction to pursue justice.
We offer free, confidential consultations that help you determine who can be held liable and how you can proceed with your civil sexual assault case. This includes any institution, business, or organization that ignored your assault, tried to cover it up, or cultivated an environment that allowed it to happen.
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Our New Jersey Sexual Assault Lawyers Handle Many Types Of Sexual Violence Cases
Each case is unique, and we’re here to listen. Our role is to help you understand your rights, protect your privacy, and seek justice from all responsible parties.
Institutional Abuse
Including cases involving schools, religious organizations, foster care systems, and youth programs that failed to protect children or covered up known misconduct.
Workplace Sexual Assault
Including harassment, coercion, and assault by supervisors, coworkers, or clients, especially in environments where power dynamics are exploited.
Medical And Therapeutic Abuse
Where doctors, nurses, therapists, or caregivers violate ethical boundaries during treatment or care.
Nursing Home And Elder Abuse
Including sexual abuse of seniors in long-term care facilities, often by staff members or other residents.
Camp, Club, And Youth Organization Abuse
Including cases involving scouting groups, summer camps, recreational leagues, and government-run programs where institutions failed to properly screen, supervise, or protect participants.
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Family members who suspect abuse should take all concerns seriously. Our firm works with medical experts and investigators to pursue justice for survivors of all ages, including children, adults, and elders. Our legal team can help you navigate the next steps with care and urgency, whether the abuse occurred in a home, school, camp, or other setting.
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New Jersey Sexual Assault Lawsuit
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Employers or supervisors who failed to act on complaints
- Schools, daycares, or universities that ignored warning signs
- Religious institutions that covered up known abuse
- Property owners or businesses that failed to provide adequate security (such as hotels and motels)
- Public transportation systems
- Healthcare companies, nursing homes, and other care centers
- Youth organizations or camps that failed to protect minors
- Foster care systems and youth programs
- Government organizations
In New Jersey civil sexual abuse lawsuits, survivors can pursue claims against many different types of institutions, including:
Our sexual assault attorneys have the resources and experience to investigate your case thoroughly and pursue justice through all available legal avenues.
- Coverage for therapy and medical expenses
- Lost income or diminished earning capacity
- Compensation for emotional distress and trauma
- Pain and suffering
- Punitive damages in cases of extreme negligence or misconduct
While no amount of money can undo the pain caused by sexual violence, civil lawsuits can help survivors secure:
We collaborate with physicians and medical specialists, trauma-informed professionals, and other expert witnesses to build strong cases that reflect the full impact of your experience.
On May 13, 2019, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy signed S477/A3648, which permanently expanded New Jersey’s civil statute of limitations for sexual assault. This allows survivors of sexual violence in New Jersey to access the civil justice system.
All victims of sexual assault now have seven years to pursue civil action, and adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse now have until age 55 or seven years from discovery.
- Sudden changes in behavior or mood (anger, fear, withdrawal)
- Nightmares, bedwetting, or regression to earlier behaviors
- Fear of certain people or places
- Knowledge of sexual behavior that is not age-appropriate
- Unexplained physical injuries, particularly around the genital area
- Reluctance to change clothes, bathe, or be left alone with certain individuals
Children may not always have the language or understanding to describe what has happened to them. If you are a caregiver, teacher, or family member, be alert for behavioral and physical signs of abuse. An experienced child abuse lawyer can help determine any next steps with a confidential consultation.
Common indicators may include:
- Unexplained bruising, bleeding, or infections near the genitals or anus
- Torn or stained undergarments
- Sudden changes in behavior or fear of certain individuals
- Withdrawal, depression, or increased confusion
- Refusal to be touched or bathed
- Sexually transmitted infections (STIs)
Elder sexual abuse often goes unnoticed or unreported due to shame, confusion, or cognitive limitations. In nursing homes and assisted living facilities, vulnerable adults are at increased risk, especially when staff is undertrained or supervision is lacking. An experienced sexual abuse lawyer can help determine any next steps with a confidential consultation.
Common indicators may include:
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With offices in Edison and Toms River, our firm has built a reputation for protecting the most vulnerable and fighting for justice in some of New Jersey’s most complex personal injury cases.
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Let Our Sexual Abuse Lawyers Help You Fight Back Against The Institution That Wronged You.
We know that reaching out can be incredibly difficult. At Eichen Crutchlow Zaslow, we are ready to listen without judgment or pressure, and always with respect.
If you’re ready to speak with a New Jersey sexual assault lawyer, we’re here to help you take the next step toward healing and justice. Contact us today for a free, confidential consultation. We’re here when you’re ready
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