Sexual abuse happens in many scenarios each day throughout the state of MS. Some examples of the types of sexual abuse you or your child might have experienced, and that an attorney can help with, include:

• Medical professional abuse: A doctor, nurse, mental health professional or another provider who abuses a patient
• Workplace sexual abuse: Any type of abuse happening in the workplace is a violation state law and of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission’s mandates.
• Scout or social organization leadership abuse: Scouting and similar programs may expose members to abuse by leaders or other associated individuals.
• Religious organization sexual abuse cases: Religious leaders might victimize others invarious scenarios through church functions or school-related events.
• Nursing home sexual abuse: Abuse can occur in a nursing home by staff, visitors, or other residents.
• School sexual abuse: School administrators, teachers, coaches, staff, or even other students can engage in sexual abuse of students or even adults on campus.

It is important to note when sexual abuse involves a larger institution or organization, as your civil claim might hold the entity accountable for your losses, as well. Often, individual abusers do not have the means to compensate for extensive losses, but organizations, businesses, or entities will have insurance coverage that can.

Your Mississippi sexual abuse attorney can identify all potentially liable parties in your claim.