Thousands of individuals are affected by sexual assault every year and are subject to the impact of this trauma in all areas of their lives. A Laughlin sexual assault lawyer fights for survivors so they have support and a voice in their healing journey. Our attorneys fiercely fight to hold offenders accountable for their actions, and we protect your rights every step of the way.
With more than 6 decades of combined experience, H&P Law has the legal knowledge and experience needed to handle and resolve your case. We provide compassionate service and trusted counsel to help you through this difficult time and get justice. A Laughlin personal injury lawyer from our team can partner with you throughout your case and be your ally and advocate.
Allow a Sexual Assault Attorney in Laughlin to Help You Recover Compensation to Ease Your Losses
When you’ve been sexually assaulted in Laughlin, the cost of medical care and counseling can add up, along with your other losses. When you need support the most, H&P Law is here for you and ready to fight for the compensation you deserve. We take your current losses and future expenses into account to ensure that you receive sufficient compensation. Damages you may be able to recover include:
- Current and ongoing medical care
- Mental health services
- Lost wages
- Pain and suffering
- Psychological and emotional distress
- Reduced quality of life and ability to enjoy activities
- Loss of companionship and consortium
- Punitive damages
These losses can disrupt your life in profound ways, but compensation can help ease your suffering by providing you with the means to get the help you need as you recover. While compensation cannot erase what happened, it can be instrumental for the healing process. When you reach out to our team, we work closely with you to assess your circumstances and negotiate a fair settlement on your behalf.
Survivors Can File a Civil Lawsuit Against Perpetrators
According to NRS 200.366, sexual assault is considered penetration and other related acts that are done without explicit consent from another individual. Nevada punishes offenders harshly, especially where minors are concerned. An estimated 10,354 survivors reported being sexually assaulted in Nevada, according to the most recent report by the NCEDSV Statewide Data Collection Project.
While the number of sexual assault reports is high, there are still many survivors who do not come forward out of fear, shame, or trauma, so these numbers are likely to be even higher. While criminal charges can be filed against perpetrators, sexual assault survivors can file a civil lawsuit against the offender to hold them liable for causing harm and for paying for losses.
By filing a civil lawsuit, survivors are able to pursue justice and take a step toward getting closure for what they’ve suffered. Lawyers can help draft and file a lawsuit with the appropriate court system in Laughlin. Our team can also provide step-by-step guidance throughout a case.
Holding Perpetrators and Other Parties Liable for Sexual Assault
In a civil sexual assault case, you are responsible for providing evidence showing that another person harmed you and/or was negligent about preventing harm from coming to you. This means that a person can be held directly accountable for assaulting you, and a casino, for example, could be liable for failing to ensure safe premises that could have prevented the assault.
Our team can help you understand the elements of negligence that must be shown in your case. This includes a duty of care to ensure your safety and not to cause harm, and a breach of duty for harming you or failing to keep you safe. Additionally, it must be shown that your injuries, trauma, and other losses were caused by another party’s actions and/or lack of action. Finally, they must provide monetary restitution.
Establishing liability can be challenging in these cases, but our team is prepared for them and is equipped to find solutions. We work diligently to gather evidence so we can support your claim and build a strong case that can hold perpetrators and other applicable parties accountable for causing you harm. We also approach your case in a way that helps minimize the emotional toll on you.
Your Legal Rights as a Survivor of Sexual Assault
If you have been sexually assaulted, knowing what to do next can feel daunting and impossible. If you choose to come forward, know that you do not have to do it alone. H&P Law is here to provide you with support, connect you with valuable resources, and ensure your rights are protected. Your legal rights are outlined in NRS Chapter 178A, also known as the Sexual Assault Survivors’ Bill of Rights. These include:
- Right to talk with a sexual assault survivor’s advocate during a forensic exam or interview by police or prosecutors
- Right to hear your rights prior to a forensic medical exam
- Right not to pay for a forensic medical examination
- Right to choose the gender of the interviewer and choose someone to sit in on the interview for support
- Right to hire a lawyer
- Right to a genetic marker analysis and to see the results
- Right to not have your DNA or biological data added to a database
- Right to receive copies of applicable reports in their case
- Reasonable protection from the perpetrator
A Laughlin sexual assault attorney helps ensure that each of these rights and applicable processes is upheld during your case. These laws are in place to make sure you receive support and can get justice for the wrong you have suffered. If any process is not carried out properly, we can act quickly to make sure you are not adversely affected.
Trust H&P Law Today
H&P Law is equipped to handle your sexual assault case and give it the attention it deserves. We know these cases are sensitive, and we approach them with utmost care and compassion.
We also aggressively advocate for you so you can receive closure and begin healing. Schedule a free consultation with a sexual assault lawyer in Laughlin today to learn more about us, your options, and your legal rights.
