PE Teacher Sexual Assault Lawyer

Physical education is an underrated part of the educational process, but the right gym teacher can make kids excited about exercise and sports, and help them develop healthy habits that stay with them for life. Many kids also enjoy the chance to be physically active rather than staying seated at a desk for long periods of time, especially if the teacher has creative ideas for games and activities.

But teachers who are popular with the kids can exploit their respect and admirations for criminal purposes For example, a PE teacher may take advantage of a vulnerable child and groom them into a sexual relationship. This is quite common in both public and private school settings, where a predatory teacher can stay on the payroll for many years. Or, they may be quietly transferred to another school, but this is not a way to deal with the problem, as they will simply go on to abuse a new set of victims.

If you were sexually assaulted by a PE teacher, it’s important to learn about your rights from a child sexual abuse lawsuit attorney. Our law firm is committed to fighting for your interests and bringing you justice in the form of monetary compensation. Contact us right away for information on how to sue a private school or school district for sexual abuse by a gm teacher.

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Suing a School for Sexual Abuse by a Teacher

Chances are, you’ve come across news stories and social media posts of school districts being sued for sexual abuse by one or more of their teachers. Lawsuits can also be filed against private schools, though in this situation, you would be suing the school directly rather than the district.

In just about every student sex abuse incident we investigate, there is some degree of neglect and misconduct by the people in charge. Most of our clients were essentially left in the hands of predators, who were allowed to keep their jobs in spite of multiple complaints from students, parents, and other employees at the school. Instead of calling the police and conducting their own investigation, administrators tend to ignore sexual abuse allegations or talk the student out of going to the police. Or, they tell the victim that the offender will be punished, but after weeks or months go by, it’s clear that these were empty promises.

There’s no denying that a culture of sexual assault and exploitation exists at many schools throughout California. District officials and school administrators have a duty to prevent the abuse of students and take immediate action when there are signs of inappropriate conduct by their teachers. Our law firm is committed to going after negligent public and private schools and holding them accountable for their failure to protect students from sexual abuse by a PE teacher.

For more information on suing for sexual abuse by a teacher or any other school employee, give us a call to speak with one of our legal experts.

Compensation Amounts for a School Sexual Abuse Lawsuit

Victims of sexual abuse by an adult at their school can receive anywhere from $1,000,000 to $5,000,000 if the relationship was physical in nature. Keep in mind that physical sexual acts between adults and minors count as child sexual assault due to the fact that children cannot legally consent to sexual activity. Lawsuits filed on behalf of sexual harassment and exploitation victims usually settle for around $400,000 to $750,000, but there are cases that result in 7-figure payouts.

There are many factors that contribute to the value of a gym teacher sexual assault lawsuit. That’s why estimates should not be relied upon if you are wondering how much you can obtain from a school sex abuse claim. For an accurate assessment of your settlement value, reach out to an experienced sexual abuse lawsuit attorney.

How Long Does a PE Teacher Sex Abuse Claim Take to Settle?

The majority of sexual abuse claims against public schools take 1 to 2 years to settle. Lawsuits against private schools can settle faster, and this is due to the fact that suing a school district involves additional procedures that apply to public / government entities. However, lawsuits for child sexual abuse generally take 12 months or longer, no matter who is the party at fault. That doesn’t mean that your own case can’t be settled in less time (6 months or less), but the vast majority of cases for sexual abuse of a minor take longer to resolve than the average personal injury claim.

Is There a Deadline to Sue for Gym Teacher Sexual Abuse?

Yes, according to California’s Assembly Bill 218, you have until your 40^th birthday to file a claim for sexual abuse while you were under the age of consent. To put it another way, the statute of limitations to sue for sexual assault by a PE teacher is 22 years from when you are 18 years old.

The Bill also makes provisions for those who do not realize the psychological and/or physical injuries they sustained from sexual abuse until they are over 40 years old. This is referred to as the discovery rule, and if you meet the qualifications, you may have the chance to file a PE Teacher sexual abuse lawsuit no matter how old you are. Starting from the date of discovery, survivors of child sexual assault and exploitation have 5 years to sue the entities that failed to protect them.

The delayed discovery of mental health conditions stemming from sexual abuse is extremely common, and many of our clients are older adults who are finally coming to terms with the harm they suffered. To see if you are eligible for a claim under the discovery rule, contact our office as soon as possible.

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At Normandie Law Firm, we believe that victims of sexual abuse are entitled to free legal services. As a result, our Zero Fee Guarantee allows you to hire a gym teacher sexual abuse lawyer for $0. Rather than asking you to pay for an attorney, we include legal fees a part of the settlement we demand from the other party. That means our expenses are covered at the same time you receive your compensation award. If we fail to bring you payment at the end of your lawsuit, you owe us $0, since we don’t get paid unless you get paid.

To schedule a free case review with a PE teacher sexual assault lawyer, contact our law firm today.

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