I was Sexually Assaulted by a Homeless Person on a Train. Can I Sue? – Sexual Abuse Lawyers

Many people use the train as their primary method of transportation. Whether they are getting on trains on their commute to and from work or simply to run errands, all riders expect to get to their destination safely without any major issues. Unfortunately, trains are not always the safest method of transportation – not because of the risk of train accidents but because of the risk presented by other passengers on the train or people at train stations.

Were you sexually assaulted by a homeless person on a train? If so, you could have the right to file a lawsuit. Whether the incident happened on a Metro train or on any other passenger train, you could have grounds to file a sexual assault claim. For more information about the legal options available to you, contact us today.

Here at the Normandie Law Firm, our experts have decades of experience handling all sorts of personal injury claims, including those stemming from sexual abuse. Our train sex abuse lawyers are not afraid to take on any liable entity to fight for your rights and get you the justice that you are owed. For more information about the legal options available to you, contact us today.

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Sexual Assault by Homeless Person on a Train

Homeless people often use trains to get around. Some may pay the fare, while others find it very easy to go past any ticket booths or ticket stations and just get on the train without paying. Some homeless people will stay on these trains as long as possible, as they provide them with a safe place to rest.

Of course, not all homeless individuals pose a threat to others. However, mental health issues, personality disorders, drug use, and more can make people violent and can result in attacks. In addition, some people might simply decide to attack an innocent person. When there is an increase in homeless people on trains, it is the train operator’s responsibility to address the issue. Whether they are sneaking on trains or paying for their entry, the train operator has the duty to have adequate security and surveillance to make sure that any passenger – homeless or not – does not harm other passengers.

Depending on the incident, the homeless person may have randomly targeted the victim while at the train station or while already on the train. In some cases, the homeless person may have been following the victim since before arriving at the train station. Whatever the specific details of the attack, victims could suffer significant harm.

Sexual Assault and Resulting Harm

Sexual abuse can include any of the following:

• Rape and attempted rape
• Sodomy
• Groping, grabbing, fondling, or any unwanted touching
• Kissing
• Forcing the victim to touch the attacker in any way
• Exposing genitals to the victim
• Forcing the victim to do any sexual act
• Showing the victim any sexually explicit images
• Making inappropriate jokes or comments
• And more

Whatever the type of sexual assault that occurs, victims could potentially suffer sexually transmitted infections, pregnancy (and related complications), injuries to genitals, injuries to reproductive organs, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, panic, fear, depression, increased risk of substance abuse (including drugs and alcohol), increased risk of self-harm, etc.

Can I File a Lawsuit If I was Sexually Assaulted by a Homeless Person on a Train?

Yes, you could have the right to file a lawsuit if you were sexually assaulted. You could sue the entity that owns/operates the train. Trains are common carriers, so they owe their passengers the highest duty of care; they must do everything possible to ensure that passengers are safe. This includes having adequate security and surveillance on train stations and train carts. When train companies fail to keep their passengers safe – whether they failed to have security/surveillance, failed to address poorly lit areas at stations, failed to address reports of incidents or passenger safety concerns, or failed to remove passengers that were being problematic, for instance – these companies could be held liable and could be sued.

Can I sue LA Metro for sexual assault by homeless person while taking a train on a metro line? Yes, you could sue LA Metro. Since LA Metro is a government entity, you will have to file a government claim. Still, you could pursue a claim against Metro for sexual assault or for any other incident that happens on their trains.

Can I sue Amtrak for sexual assault by a homeless person while riding their trains? Yes, you could sue Amtrak. As explained above, these companies have a duty to keep their passengers safe. If you are sexually assaulted by a homeless individual – or any other person housed or unhoused – on an Amtrak train, you could sue.

If you find yourself unsure of your legal options and your right to sue, please do not hesitate to reach out to the experts here at our law firm as soon as possible. Our team is ready to guide you every step of the way.

Can I Recover Compensation?

Yes, you could be entitled to receive compensation. Based on the details surrounding your sexual assault claim, you could be awarded compensation for some of the following:

• Medical costs
• Lost income
• Pain and suffering
• Property damage
• Punitive damages
• Legal fees

Of course, we understand that getting monetary compensation will not make your trauma disappear. However, getting compensation is a symbol of justice – of holding the negligent parties and entities accountable for the harm that you or a loved one suffered.

Here at the Normandie Law Firm, our team is fully committed to fighting for your rights and helping you secure the maximum payout available for your claim. Whether our team has to negotiate a settlement or take your claim to trial to reach a verdict, you can trust that our team will do everything necessary to get you the recovery that you are owed. For more information about the possible value of your claim or the compensation that you could be entitled to receive, contact us today.

What Should I Do?

For many victims of sexual assault, it can be very difficult to figure out what to do to ensure that they can file a claim for the harm that they suffered. If you or a loved one were sexually assaulted, consider some of the following recommendations:

• Seek medical care as soon as possible
• Take photos of all visible injuries
• Report the incident to the relevant entities
• Request a copy of your report
• Speak to witnesses and gather their contact information
• Gather all medical records
• Gather any records associated with lost wages
• Seek legal assistance with an experienced sexual assault lawyer as soon as possible

Contact the Normandie Law Firm Today

If you were sexually assaulted in a train by a homeless person or by any other passenger, you could have the right to sue the operators of the train – whether it is Metro, Amtrak, or any other company. If you are ready to explore the legal options available to you, please do not hesitate to contact the experts here at the Normandie Law Firm. The team has decades of experience and is ready to provide you with the guidance that you need to fight for your rights and hold all negligent parties or entities accountable for the harm suffered.

Our team offers free consultations and free second opinions, meaning that you can speak with our lawyers without having to worry about paying any upfront legal fees. Whether you are looking to begin your claim or even continue your claim, we can help! Our Zero-Fee Guarantee ensures that you will never be required to pay any upfront legal costs for our legal services. In addition, our firm works on contingency, so you will not have to pay anything if your claim is not successful.

If you are ready to speak with our Metro train sexual abuse lawsuit lawyers, contact us today!

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