Care Provider Abuse
Sexual abuse in hospitals, residential care facilities, and group homes is often the most preventable form of sexual abuse. It is also the most common. There are many people who interact daily with the individuals at the facility. These can be doctors, nurses, psychiatrists, psychologists, drug and alcohol counselors, and social workers. If one of
Read MoreSchool Abuse
Teachers and other school employees should protect children. Yet, nearly 400 kids a year are sexually abused in a school. The abuse can happen at any age or grade. However, most of the sexual abuse is never reported. Therefore, experts expect the abuse by teachers, coaches, school employees and other students is far greater than
Read MoreClubs Abuse
There are many clubs and after school activities children can participate in. Many of these organizations pair an adult volunteer with a child or children. The children end up looking up to the adult in charge as a mentor or confidante. Yet, the predator in charge takes this position of power as a way to
Read MoreSports Abuse
When an adult sexually abuses a victim, it can bring life long consequences. Also, parents will blame themselves. However, they should be blaming the organizations they trusted to create a safe environment for their children. Sports programs need to adopt the right policies, procedures, and screenings to protect vulnerable persons in their care. This includes
Read MoreFoster Abuse
In 2016, over 687,000 children spent time in American foster care. On average, these kids remain in state care for over two years. However, for many in private or publicly-funded foster homes, safe hours and orphanages spend more than two years in these facilities. In most cases, a government agency has removed the child from
Read MoreClergy Abuse
Clergy and leaders within religious institutions offer spiritual and moral guidance for their followers. When these leaders sexually abuse someone, it is extremely detrimental. This abuse manipulates someone’s trust and faith bringing lifelong consequences to the victim. Liability and Types of Injury: In many instances, the victim or survivor of clergy abuse can file
Read MoreCamp Abuse Victims
When an adult sexually abuses a victim, it can bring life long consequences. Also, parents will blame themselves for not stopping it. However, the parents should be blaming the organizations they trusted to create a safe environment for their children. Camping and other youth programs need to adopt the right policies and procedures to protect
Read MoreRecent Rehab Abuse Verdicts
Abuse and deaths in rehab facilities are more common than people are led to believe. It is important if your loved one was abused or died from the abuse to seek legal representation. A jury hears these disgusting details from your loved one’s injury or death and their emotional response often shows in the size of lawsuit
Read MoreRehab Abuse Liability
Every year over 4 million elderly people are victims of emotional, physical or sexual abuse. The abuse usually happens in a nursing home setting. Therefore, where does the nursing home abuse liability lie? Is it just the facility, or an employee, or possibly a third party? Rehab Facilities & Duty of Care Rehab facilities have a
Read MoreTypes of Rehab Abuse
Research shows that a majority of rehabilitation facilities either neglect or abuse their long-term residents. This is why it is important that if you see abuse or if you suspect your own family member to being abused, contact us immediately. Physical Abuse Emotional Abuse Sexual Abuse Neglect Free Consultation If you suspect your loved one is
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