Sexual Assault Injury Attorneys

Las Vegas Sexual Assault Injuries

Sexual assault is very prevalent in America, especially on the Las Vegas strip where there are 43 million visitors each year. Being sexually assaulted is a very traumatic experience, and our attorneys are here for you to seek compensation from the assaulter.  Our Las Vegas sexual assault attorneys are here to take on your claims, and to make sure that you are well-represented while you focus on healing from your injuries.

Our experienced Nevada sexual assault lawsuit attorneys provide a free confidential consultation, where we will review your claim, and determine the different ways we can navigate through the legal process for you to ensure you get maximum compensation for your injuries. We understand that sexual assault cases can be very complex, so if you have any concerns or questions throughout your consultation, feel free to ask us anything. Because assault incidents could be a “he said she said” situation, our attorneys are committed in making sure that our clients get the best legal representation.

Women, men, and children can all become victims of sexual assault In Nevada. It is important for victims to understand their rights and determine the best legal options to move forward and seek compensation for their injuries. Nevada has several different resources and organizations available that deal with sexual assault claims, and assist the victim. 

Nevada started a Public Safety Uniform Crime Reporting Program, where callers could anonymously report incidents. The program focuses more on sexual assault cases and offenses. Within one year, there were around 3,000 reported incidents of sexual assault offenses in the state of Nevada. Keep in mind that this number could be so much more given that only a fraction of people actually reports sexual assaults. The most common types of sexual assault incidents reported under the program were attempted rape, rape, and sodomy. 

Around 80% of the victims of these sexual assault incidents were female, and around 20% were male. The most common age group was females between the ages of 18 to 29.

What is good evidence in a sexual assault case?

Although each type of sexual assault circumstance could differ from one another, our experienced sexual assault lawsuit attorneys recommend that you gather as much evidence as possible from the scene. For example, types of evidence that could build your case include:

•  Biological evidence (like semen and fingerprints)
•  Impression evidence (doors that were left open, or footprints)
•  Trace evidence (hairs left behind)

Why should I file a civil lawsuit for sexual assault in Nevada?

Filing a civil lawsuit holds the perpetrator accountable. If you have gone through the criminal process of holding the perpetrator guilty, you may not have received compensation for your claim. Sexual assault is a civil personal injury claim, where a victim of sexual assault could hold the perpetrator responsible for compensation. There are several different types of compensation a victim could receive. 

Will I still have a sexual assault claim if I am the only witness?

This is one of the most common questions that our attorneys receive. You could still file a sexual assault lawsuit against the perpetrator even if you were the only witness. Usually, sexual assault cases take place when no one else is around, so it is very common for the victim to be the only witness. To determine how you could obtain compensation in a civil lawsuit, contact our Las Vegas attorneys today.

Examples Of Sexual Abuse

There are several different types of sexual abuse that you could seek compensation for. These include:

• Rape
• Inappropriate touching
• Inappropriate verbal statements
• Indecent exposure
• Fondling
• Groping
• Incest
• Prostitution
• Sex trafficking
• Child pornography
• Texting
• Statutory rape
• Sexual coercion

When do I have to file my sexual assault claim in Nevada?

Nevada statute of limitations provides a specific time limit as to when a victim of sexual assault could file a claim in court. The statute of limitations for filing a civil lawsuit for sexual assault is two years from the date of the sexual assault. But, if the victim was under the age of 18 at the time of the assault, the statute of limitations is extended until the victim turns 20.

Who can be held accountable in a Nevada sexual assault claim?

Anyone who commits the act of sexual assault could be held accountable and liable for their actions. There are many different types of defendants that could be held liable.

Examples of relationships that are most common in sexual assault claims include:

• Massage therapist and client
• Employer and employee
• Teacher and student
• Doctor and patient
• Nurse and patient
• Caregiver and patient

The different parties that could be responsible for the sexual assault may include:

• Individual perpetrator
• Property owners
• Property managers
• Employers
• Organizations
• Schools

What type of compensation could I receive for my sexual assault claims in Nevada?

Nevada’s laws allow compensation to a victim of sexual assault. However, the damages could differ depending on the circumstances of the sexual assault. Although a criminal court is to hold the defendant guilty of a crime, it could also make the at-fault liable for compensation in a civil action. We could recover a variety of damages including:

Economic damages: Economic damages are those that are easily calculated, and will require records and invoices to produce.

• Medical bills: sexual assault can usually result in physical injuries that require physical rehabilitation and therapy. The assaulter is responsible for compensating the victim for any medical bills that have been accumulated, along with any future medical costs relating to the sexual assault. 
• Lost wages: this is a category of economic damages that could easily be proven by records. For example, the plaintiff will have to show that they missed out on work, and therefore missed out on any income. The plaintiff could recover both past lost wages and future lost wages.
• Punitive damages: although this is rare in Nevada, punitive damages are most likely awarded in sexual assault claim than any other claims since the defendant could be seen with malice when engaging in the assault. Punitive damages are meant to act as exemplary damage and hold the defendant liable for their actions.

Non-economic damages: Noneconomic are those that do not have a price tag and cannot be proven with simple records and invoices.

• Pain and suffering: this refers to the emotional trauma experienced from the sexual assault. For example, instances of pain and suffering include post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, anguish, insomnia, and depression. These fall under non-economic damages which have to be proven by the plaintiff.

The value of the compensation you could receive and your sexual assault claim will depend on the extent of the injuries. In order to determine exactly how much you could recover, contact our sexual assault attorneys today.

What should I do if I have been a victim of sexual assault in Las Vegas?

1. After experiencing a sexual assault incident, contact the Las Vegas Police Department to investigate the claim for you and to open the claim against the assaulter.
2. Seek medical care immediately. Not only is medical care needed to quickly treat the victim, but medical care is needed to show medical records to prove compensation in a sexual assault claim.
3. Gather as much information as possible regarding the incident. Examples of evidence include video surveillance, along with any witness information.
4. Contact a sexual assault crisis center for support and resources. An example of a crisis center in Las Vegas is the Rape Crisis Center of Las vegas. They could provide counseling.
5. Contact our Las Vegas sexual assault attorneys for a free confidential consultation. We are available to fight for your rights.