With up to 321,000 sexual assaults every year and roughly one sexual assault every ninety-two seconds, sexual assault is unfortunately very common. Sexual assault can happen to anyone at any time. What is sexual assault? For more people, sexual assault is considered to rape; however, sexual assault is much more than just rape. Sexual assault is any type of sexual contact or sexual behavior towards an individual without the individual’s explicit consent. Rape, attempted rape, groping, fondling, unwanted sexual touching, forcible penetration with an object, forcible sodomy – essentially any unwanted and nonconsensual sexual activity – is sexual assault.
As mentioned above, sexual assault can happen to anyone – at any time. With the rising popularity of Airbnb, the number of incidents occurring in Airbnb rentals during Airbnb stays has also increased. Sexual assault is not the exception.
When you booked your Airbnb, did you ever think that you would suffer sexual assault? Whether you were sexually assaulted in your Airbnb by an intruder or by your Airbnb host, it is simply something that you never expected. Although we know incidents can happen, we never anticipate such traumatic events. If you suffered sexual assault during your stay at an Airbnb rental, you might have grounds to pursue a claim – it is essential that you seek legal assistance as soon as possible.
If you are interested in learning more about your right to pursue a claim after suffering sexual assault at an Airbnb rental, do not hesitate to seek legal assistance with the experts at Normandie Law Firm. At Normandie Law Firm, we have many years of experience handling different claims, including sexual assault claims. With the increase of Airbnb-related incidents in general, we have also become knowledgeable on the topic. If you would like to discuss your claim with our Airbnb sexual assault experts, do not hesitate to contact our law firm immediately – our lawyers are ready to represent you and help you recover the monetary compensation that you deserve. Do not hesitate to contact our law firm today.
Liability for Sexual Assault Depends on the Circumstance
Liability for sexual assault is not always as clear as it should be. Without a doubt, the party that directly attacks the victim and commits the sexual assault is likely to face liability. After all, the attacker intentionally targeted and sexually assaulted the victim. However, other parties – besides the attacker – could be liable for the sexual assault.
Liability for a sexual assault typically depends on the circumstances. Consider the following scenarios:
For example, when the victim and the attacker are coworkers, the employer could be liable. How could the employer be liable for the intentional and malicious actions of one of their employees? In some cases, employers are aware of red-flags concerning the attacker. For example, there could have been previous reports of inappropriate conduct against the attacker. The attacker might have done a number of things that should have been addressed by an employer. When employers are aware of the possibility that an employee’s behavior could escalate into sexual assault (based on past incidents) and fail to take action before another employee is victimized, the employer can be held liable.
For example, when the victim and the attacker are in the same establishment – specifically, when the victim is supposed to be cared for and the attacker is an employee in the establishment – the employer/establishment could be found accountable. Some common establishments in which these incidents can occur include schools and hospitals, for example. In both of these establishments, students and patients must be cared for by the school or hospital staff. Students and patients, alike, are considered vulnerable. Therefore, these establishments have to take precautionary measures to ensure that they are only hiring people who do not pose a risk of danger to these vulnerable parties. Examples of precautionary measures include performing background checks, providing training, and ensuring that employees are supervised at all times when dealing with students, patients, and any other parties. When these establishments hire employees with a history of sexual assault or any sexual crimes, fail to provide the appropriate training to prevent sexual assault, or fail to supervise their employees, the establishment (usually the attacker’s employer) could be held liable.
Although it might not make sense to blame employers, establishments, or entities for the malicious and intentional actions of one individual, the negligent actions of employers, establishments, and entities can sometimes contribute to or facilitate sexual assault. If you would like to learn more about liability for sexual assault, do not hesitate to seek legal assistance with our lawyers immediately.
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Could You File a Sexual Assault Claim?
Do you have the right to file a sexual assault claim? Without a doubt, you could pursue a claim against the party who sexually assaulted you. Depending on the circumstance and where/how the sexual assault occurred, you might also have the right to pursue a claim against the employer of the attacker or against the establishment in which the attack occurred.
What if your sexual assault occurred in an Airbnb rental? What if you were sexually assaulted during your Airbnb stay? If your Airbnb rental was unsafe and directly contributed to your attack (e.g. doors didn’t lock, windows were unsecured, etc.), you could pursue a claim. If the Airbnb rental was listed by someone with a history of sexual assault, you could pursue a claim. Whether the sexual assault that you suffered was a direct result of the malicious, intentional, and negligent actions of Airbnb, the Airbnb host, or an unaffiliated third-party, you could pursue a claim.
Because establishing liability for sexual assault could often be difficult and Airbnb’s insurance policy does not cover intentional acts, such as sexual assault, victims might be hesitant to seek legal assistance. However, it is essential that victims explore the possibility of pursuing a claim. A competent Airbnb sexual assault lawyer will be able to evaluate your claim and help you hold Airbnb accountable for the sexual assault that you suffered. If you would like to learn more about your right to pursue a claim for your sexual assault, do not hesitate to seek legal assistance from the experts at Normandie Law Firm as soon as possible.
Could You Recover Compensation?
If you file a sexual assault claim that reaches a successful outcome, you might be eligible to recover at least some sort of compensation. How much could you recover? How much is your sexual assault claim worth? These answers are case-specific; therefore, only a lawyer that thoroughly evaluates your claim will be able to provide you with this information.
However, you should be familiar with the different categories of compensation that might be available for you to recover. For example, you could be compensated for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, the loss of consortium, funeral and burial expenses, and punitive damages, for example. If you are ready to fight for your right to recover the highest amount of compensation available for your claim, you must trust the experts at our law firm.
Although the lawyers at Normandie Law Firm are aware that recovering monetary compensation cannot reverse the harm caused by a sexual assault, our experts have a thorough understanding of the different ways in which recovering compensation could help victims and their family move forward from such a traumatic life experience. If you are ready to allow our experts to evaluate your claim and fight for your right to recover monetary compensation, do not hesitate to contact our law firm immediately.
Does Airbnb have Insurance Coverage?
Airbnb has a number of insurance programs that apply under different circumstances. For example, Airbnb’s Host Protection Insurance Program transfers liability from Airbnb hosts directly onto Airbnb for accidental injuries or property damage associated with an Airbnb stay. The Host Protection Insurance Program offers up to $1,000,000 in primary liability coverage for claims that might arise. However, this insurance program only covers accidental incidents – meaning that sexual assault is not covered.
Could you still pursue a sexual assault claim against Airbnb even if sexual assault is not covered under their insurance programs? Even if sexual assault is not covered under their insurance policies, you could still pursue a claim and fight for your right to be compensated. Unfortunately, many people automatically believe that a lack of coverage for sexual assault incidents make it impossible to take legal action against Airbnb; however, this is far from the truth. Although pursuing a claim might be difficult, it is far from impossible – an aggressive attorney will guide you every step of the way and help you reach a successful claim outcome.
Important Steps to Take
If you were sexually assaulted, there are many steps that you should take to ensure that you can hold the liable parties accountable for the sexual assault that you suffered. Consider the following recommended actions that all victims should take:
- Get to safety
- Call for help
- Take photos of all visible injuries
- Seek medical attention (if you were raped, get a rape kit done)
- File a police report
- Report the sexual assault to Airbnb
- Gather witness contact information
- Seek legal guidance
Although it is likely for victims of sexual assault to shut down after such a traumatic event, victims must find the strength to move forward and take the appropriate action to hold liable parties (including the attacker and Airbnb) liable for the harm suffered. For more information about the important steps that all victims should take after being sexually assaulted, do not hesitate to contact the experts at Normandie Law Firm immediately.
Contact Normandie Law Firm Today
After being sexually assaulted, seeking legal assistance might be the last thing on your mind. At Normandie Law Firm, we understand what you are going through. It might take some time before victims can come forward and try to take action against their attackers. When you are ready to fight for your rights and hold all liable parties responsible for the harm that you suffered, you could be certain that our experts will be here to help you every step of the way. At Normandie Law Firm, our lawyers have many years of experience handling a variety of claims, including sexual assault claims and Airbnb claims. You can be certain that our lawyers will do everything within their reach to provide you with the legal guidance that you need to pursue a claim against Airbnb for your sexual assault.
At Normandie Law Firm, we offer free legal services which include free consultations and free second opinions. During these free legal services, our lawyers will be available to answer all questions as well as address all concerns to ensure that you have access to all the information that you need to pursue your claim and reach a successful outcome. Would you like to benefit from our free consultations and free second opinions? If so, it is essential that you contact us immediately and request to schedule a meeting with our knowledgeable attorneys.
We offer a Zero-Fee guarantee that allows our clients to access all the information that they need without ever having to worry about paying any upfront legal fees. Our strict contingency structure also ensures that our clients never have to pay anything until after reaching a positive outcome for their claims; this means that they will not pay until they win. Would you like to discuss your claim with our experts and benefit from our free legal services? If so, do not hesitate to contact Normandie Law Firm immediately.
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