If your sexual assault happened on someone’s property, you might be able to sue a property owner or business. Let’s look more closely at who you might bring a lawsuit against. Parties You Can Sue in a Premises Liability Sexual Assault Case Many times, a sexual assault victim will sue the assailant and a third-party …
What Damages Can I Recover for a Negligent Security Sexual Assault Case?
Sexual assault is one of the most terrible experiences someone can suffer. Along with any physical injuries, the emotional effects of sexual assault can remain for many years. If someone assaulted you, they should be held responsible. Besides bringing a case against the assailant, you might also have a third-party claim. If inadequate security contributed …
How Is Liability Proven for Negligent Security in a Sexual Assault Case?
Property owners and business owners have a duty of care to customers and visitors. Owners must provide a safe space for those who come onto the property legally. Sadly, that doesn’t always happen. Injuries, attacks, and sexual assault can happen if a property owner isn’t careful enough. If you or a loved one were victims …
Will My Negligent Security Sexual Assault Case Settle Out of Court?
When a sexual assault happens on someone’s property, the owner could be liable. Property owners must make sure their locations are safe, including providing adequate security. If you’re bringing a case for negligent security after a sexual assault, you might have questions. Can you settle your case out of court? Or will you have to …
How Is Breach of Duty Established in a Sexual Assault Case?
With sexual assault cases, most of us picture a court case against the assailant. However, victims can also bring third-party claims in some cases. For example, the actions (or inactions) of a property owner, employer, or someone else might have contributed to the assault. As the victim of a sexual assault, you could have a …
How Is Causation Established to Prove Negligent Security in a Sexual Assault Case?
If inadequate security contributed to a sexual assault, it could be grounds for a legal case. But it’s not enough to say that someone is responsible for a sexual assault. You must prove something called “causation” under the law. Below, we’ll look at what causation means and why it matters to prove negligent security in …