Sexual abuse is a traumatic event that will forever scar victims and their families. Depending on where the abuse took place, an employer, organization or caregiver can be responsible for what occurred. They may also be legally responsible if they failed to conduct a proper investigation of the abuser’s background to uncover prior incidents of sexual abuse. As a victim, you may deserve financial compensation for the negligence of those involved.
Here you’ll find resources that may answer some of your questions regarding sexual abuse claims. To learn more, please contact our team of Miami attorneys for sexual abuse.
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