Sexual assault and sexual harassment are not the same, though they often occur together in the workplace. This post explains where the line is, why it matters for legal strategy, and what claims are available for each.
Survivors who bring civil sex assault cases can often maintain confidentiality through pseudonymous filings, protective orders, and confidential settlements. This post explains how each tool works and when it is available.
The Child Victims Act extended the civil statute of limitations for survivors of childhood sexual abuse in New York up to age 55. This post explains who qualifies, what claims are covered, and how the look-back window worked.
Civil and criminal cases arising from the same sexual assault operate on different tracks, with different goals, different standards of proof, and different outcomes. This post explains the key differences and why survivors often pursue both.
The Trafficking Victims Protection Act (TVPA) provides a federal civil cause of action for survivors of sex trafficking, forced labor, and related offenses. This post explains who can sue, who can be sued, and what damages are available.
