There are several things a sex abuse lawyer can do for victims of the Mormon Church, including:
Giving Legal Counsel and Advice
Your sex abuse lawyer can assess your claim and inform you about any legal options open to you. An important part of your claim will be knowing your damages and calculating a potential settlement. A lawyer will know what your case is worth. They can also help you understand all the requirements and paperwork needed to file a lawsuit. Your sex abuse lawyer can inform you about any resources in your local area that could aid your recovery, such as the Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN).
Determining Liability
You may be able to hold several parties liable for the abuse you suffered. This can be especially true if there was an attempt by the Mormon Church to cover up your abuse or shelter a sexual predator, or if Church officials discouraged you from reporting the abuse. Your sex abuse lawyer can identify all liable parties. This is crucial for recovering adequate compensation as several liable parties may give you several avenues for receiving damages.
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Managing Time Limits
Your lawyer will do everything required to push forward with your claim, which can include attending pre-trial conferences, filing the necessary documents, and negotiating with the at-fault parties and insurances. They will gather and examine the available evidence in order to build a comprehensive case against the perpetrator and any other liable parties. Finally, if it comes to a trial, your sex abuse lawyer will represent you in court and protect you from attempts to discredit your testimony.
Your sex abuse lawyer can be by your side through the entire process of filing a lawsuit and fight for your rights and compensation. However, having a lawyer is not only of practical help. A sexual abuse case can be difficult and upsetting for a victim, especially if they have to face their abuser in court. Having your sex abuse lawyer by your side can give you peace of mind and the reassurance that you are not alone. Your lawyer is in your corner, defending your best interests.
You May Still Have Options Even if the Abuse Occurred Years Ago
If your sex abuse happened years ago and is a “historical” abuse case, you might hesitate to come forward. You may not have any evidence or indeed witnesses. However, the courts recognize that in many cases, when sexual abuse happened years or even decades ago, victims may not have any tangible evidence to show except for their own words and memories.
The judge and jury at trial will assess the credibility and reliability of your testimony.
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Speaking Up Can Help You and Others
Having a historic case should not stop you from standing up for yourself. There are many reasons why speaking up can help you as well as others. First, you may give a voice to those who suffered from similar abuse, maybe even by the same individual. Your testimony might give them the courage to step forward.
Second, going after a sex offender can help others who might have become victims in the future if the perpetrator is never held to account. The abuser may go on committing these despicable and egregious acts for years to come.
Third, it can be good for your mental health to finally get justice and compensation for the pain and suffering you had to endure all those years ago. It can be a milestone in the recovery process to hold your perpetrator to account and get some closure.
You are not powerless and you do have options. A sex abuse lawyer can help you find out how to go about holding your abuser to account, even if the abuse happened years ago. Your lawyer can also help build your case and formulate your statement and testimony.
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Pintas & Mullins Law Firm Is Here for You
If you are thinking of holding an abuser and the Mormon Church to account for what happened to you, speak to us. We can explain what a sex abuse lawyer can do for victims of the Mormon Church and help you fight for justice and compensation. Call Pintas & Mullins Law Firm today for a free and compassionate evaluation of your case at (800) 219-9622.
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