When you hired a nanny to care for your children and ensure that your home ran smoothly, you likely trusted that your family would be in the best hands possible. You likely spent countless hours researching the nanny agency and their policies before making your choice. You likely trusted that the agency would select a nanny for your family that would care for your children and whose priority would be to always keep your children safe.
Unfortunately, many people with bad intentions and who should never be allowed to work with children have careers as nannies. They take advantage of their close proximity to children to sexually abuse them. Some victims may not have the words to tell their parents about the abuse while others may be too young to truly understand the abuse. Additionally, some children may be afraid to speak up because they have been threatened by their abuser.
If your child was sexually abused by a nanny, you could have grounds to file a lawsuit. Similarly, if you were abused by a nanny when you were a child, you could still have grounds to file a lawsuit – even if it has been many years since the abuse happened.
Our nanny sexual assault lawyers are committed to fighting for your rights and getting you the highest recovery available for your claim. Here at the Normandie Law Firm, our legal team has decades of experience handling all sorts of claims, including child sexual abuse claims. We understand the seriousness of these types of cases and are committed to getting victims and their families the justice that they deserve. Our legal team is ready to help you pursue your claim and recover compensation. Contact us today.
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The Effects of Child Sex Abuse
Without a doubt, child sex abuse can leave victims dealing with many different issues for years and even for the rest of their lives. Some of the harm resulting from child sex abuse can include the following:
- Sexually transmitted infections
- Pregnancy (which can have additional health complications for children)
- Injuries to genitals
- Injuries to reproductive organs
- Physical injuries if there was a struggle, including fractures, nerve injuries, lacerations, etc.
- Mental and emotional harm, including post-traumatic stress, panic, anxiety, depression, fear, etc.
- General distrust of others
- Inability to form normal relationships (with family, friends, and others)
- Increased risk of drug/alcohol use and addiction
- Increased risk of self-harm and attempting/committing suicide
Nanny Agency Liability for Sexual Abuse
Is a nanny agency liable for sexual abuse committed by their nannies? This is a very important question. Depending on the circumstances, the nanny agency could be liable for sexual assault committed by their nannies.
In general, employers have a duty to ensure that their employees do not pose a risk to others. Nannies who work in peoples’ homes and work closely with children are typically subject to strict background checks (checking for criminal history and sometimes for driving records). They also check that the nannies hired have the appropriate certifications and experience. These agencies will also provide training on their specific policies and procedures (each agency is different and is likely to have different rules and regulations). This is typically done before hiring and in the initial weeks after hiring; however, it is also important for the agency to do follow-up checks and training sessions (some agencies fail to do this). When agencies receive any reports involving their nannies, they must take them seriously, investigate the report, and take action if necessary (e.g., firing the nanny, etc.). When agencies fail to do all or any of this, then they can potentially miss important red flags that could ultimately contribute to incidents of sexual abuse once the nannies are placed with families.
In summary, these agencies can be liable for the sexual abuse committed by their nannies. For more information about establishing liability for nanny sexual abuse, contact the experts here at our law firm today.
Can I Sue for Nanny Sexual Abuse?
Yes, you could sue for sexual abuse committed by a nanny. If your child was sexually abused by the nanny, you could sue the nanny and the nanny agency. What if you were sexually abused by the nanny when you were a child? If you were abused as a child, then you could still have grounds to file a lawsuit – even if you are an adult and it has been years since the abuse occurred. If you are interested in learning more about your right to sue, contact the experts here at our law firm as soon as possible. Our lawyers are more than ready to guide you every step of the way.
Can I Recover Compensation for Nanny Sexual Abuse?
Yes – you can be entitled to compensation for nanny sexual abuse if your lawsuit is successful. Although every claim is different, you could be entitled to receive some of the following compensation:
- Medical costs
- Lost income
- Pain and suffering
- Punitive damages
- Treble damages
- Legal fees
What does this all mean? Compensation for medical costs, lost income, and legal fees is self-explanatory; however, some of the other categories are not as straightforward. Compensation for pain and suffering, for example, consists of compensation for the mental and emotional anguish resulting from the abuse; this includes post-traumatic stress, anxiety, panic, fear, depression, and more. Punitive damages are awarded as a form of punishment towards the defendant, usually when the defendant was grossly negligent. Treble damages is a category of compensation unique to sex abuse cases; under California law, cases of sexual abuse that were covered up (or even attempted to be covered up) may be eligible to receive up to three times the damages.
Here at our law firm, our team is committed to helping you recover the maximum payout available for your nanny sexual abuse claim. Whether your claim is worth $150,000, $500,000, or $1 million, our lawyers are ready to do everything necessary to get you the payout that you are owed. In general, our lawyers can resolve these cases in under eight months, but some cases can take up to two years to settle. For more information about recovering compensation for a nanny sexual abuse lawsuit, contact us today.
How Long Do I Have to Sue?
This is a very important question. Under Californian law, victims of child sex abuse have until the age of 40 (with a 5-year discovery rule) to file lawsuits for child sex abuse. This is among the longest timeframes to sue for any case type. This is important because victims of child sex abuse often repress memories; for some, it may be very difficult to seek justice. Of course, parents can also sue on behalf of their children. Once this happens, the victim will no longer be able to sue once he or she is an adult.
It is important to note that failing to file a nanny child sex abuse lawsuit on time can result in losing the right to sue. For more information about the total length of time that you have to file a claim, contact the experts here at our law firm at your earliest convenience.
List of the Top Nanny Agencies in the Country
The following nanny agencies have been ranked as the top ten leading agencies in the country:
- The Nanny League
- Aunt Ann’s In-House Staffing
- Notable Nannies Agency
- Nanny Authority
- Nannies by Noa
- Twinkle Toes Nanny Agency
- The Washburn Agency
- Mom’s Best Friend
- The Nanny Concierge
- Wee Care Nanny Agency
Contact the Normandie Law Firm Today
If you hired a nanny through what you thought was a reputable nanny agency and your child was ultimately sexually abused, you could have the right to file a lawsuit and recover compensation. If you are interested in learning more about the legal options available to you, do not hesitate to contact the experts here at our law firm today. Our team here at the Normandie Law Firm has decades of experience handling child sex abuse cases and is committed to getting victims and their families justice. If you are interested in speaking with an experienced lawyer that could help you fight for your rights, contact us today.
Here at our law firm, we are committed to making the legal process as simple as possible for all. Therefore, we offer free legal services. Our free legal services include free consultations and free second opinions. During these legal services, our nanny sexual abuse lawyers will be available to answer all your questions, address all your concerns, and provide you with the guidance that you need to begin or continue your lawsuit. Whether you are looking to begin the legal process or find a new lawyer if you are unhappy with the way that your existing case is going, our team can help you.
We offer a Zero-Fee Guarantee, meaning that our clients will never have to pay upfront legal fees to speak with our lawyers. In addition, our firm works on contingency, so our clients will not be required to pay anything unless their claims are successful. If you do not win, you will not be responsible for any legal fees.
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