Our firm is committed to helping survivors as individuals who deserve justice, respect, and full compensation. We use our legal skills to advocate fiercely to get you the financial resources you need to go forward after what happened to you.
For a free consultation with our personal injury lawyers in Passaic, contact our firm anytime. All consultations are held in confidence by law. We understand how hard it can be to talk about what happened, but reaching out to a lawyer is the first step to getting justice through the civil courts.
How We Handle Sexual Abuse Claims
Every survivor has the right to pursue legal action against their abuser. This includes filing for damages that cover emotional trauma, physical injuries, and any resulting financial burdens. Financial compensation can give you the resources you need to move forward after your abuse.
Sexual abuse cases require an understanding of both the emotional and legal complexities involved in these claims. At Morelli Law Firm, we empower our clients by educating them about their rights and legal options in New Jersey.
We will handle your case with compassion, sensitivity, and discreetness. Many sexual abuse victims feel incredible shame about what happened to them. Coming forward with abuse claims is a powerful act, and we’ll be there to support and protect you while you seek justice.
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877-751-9800Maximizing Your Compensation in a Sexual Abuse Claim
The experiences of sexual abuse victims deserve maximum compensation. Work with a sexual abuse lawyer to increase your odds of claiming compensation. Here’s how our sexual abuse lawyers will help you get the most you can from your claim:
- Assessment of Damages: We will assess both tangible losses, like medical expenses, and intangible ones, like emotional trauma, caused by your abuse. Our attorneys have won billions of dollars for clients over our years of service. We know where to find all the money.
- Strategic Legal Representation: Assessment is just the first step. Next, we have to argue for it to make it happen. Our sexual abuse lawyers will work with any insurers and the court to get you what you’re truly owed.
- Post-Judgment Recovery: Winning a judgment is only part of the battle. Ensuring your compensation is collected may require additional legal maneuvers, including levying liens and garnishments against your abuser.
New Jersey’s Child Victims Act
Many victims of sexual abuse repressed what happened or were too young to understand what was happening at the time. When they realize they were abused, it may be too late to file a lawsuit. New Jersey took steps to fix this through the Child Victims Act (NJ S477).
Under this law, child victims of sexual abuse have until age 55 to file a lawsuit, and sometimes later if the discovery of the abuse didn’t happen until late in life. You may be eligible to sue your offender under this law.
The act also extended the time limit to file for adult victims in New Jersey. Before the law, you had to file a claim within two years of the abuse or its discovery. Now, for adults, the limit is seven years from the last act of abuse or the discovery of its harm.
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877-751-9800Filing Your Civil Claim for Sexual Abuse
At Morelli Law Firm, we guide you through the process of filing a civil claim for sexual abuse. Throughout the process, we will handle your situation with sensitivity and with the legal skills our firm is known for:
- Client Preparation: We start with an initial consultation to confirm the strength of your case and to know your legal options. Should you hire us, we will explain further steps for gathering evidence to support your claim.
- Filing the Complaint: Next, we draft a detailed complaint that lays out the facts of your case, the damages you seek, who you are suing, and the legal basis for your claim. This document is then filed in civil court, officially initiating your lawsuit.
- Case Management and Advocacy: Throughout the case, we manage deadlines, court filings, and interactions with the opposing side. Should you receive settlement offers, we can assess their fairness and advise what to do. We’re also more than capable of arguing before a judge and jury.
Achieving Justice With a Sexual Abuse Lawyer
A Passaic sexual abuse lawyer plays a pivotal role in helping you achieve justice and compensation in a civil claim. Here are just a few of the ways one can help you:
- Expert Witness Coordination: Your lawyer may engage expert witnesses to provide testimony on the psychological and medical aspects of your case. These experts can be crucial in illustrating the extent of your injuries and the need for compensation.
- Case Preparation and Filing: Your lawyer will prepare all necessary legal documents and file the claim following state laws. This includes crafting a compelling legal narrative that highlights the severity of the abuse and its impact on your life.
- Aggressive Advocacy in Court: Should your case go to trial, our lawyers will aggressively fight for your interests. We will show the judge and jury that you deserve every penny of compensation we demand.
Contact Morelli Law Now
Pursuing a sexual abuse claim can be a terrifying prospect, but you do not have to face it alone. At Morelli Law Firm, our team of sexual abuse lawyers in Passaic, NJ, is equipped with the knowledge, compassion, and legal acumen to guide you through to a successful resolution.
We understand the profound impact that sexual abuse can have on a victim’s life, and we are committed to helping you secure the justice and compensation you deserve. If you or someone you know has been a victim of sexual abuse, please reach out to Morelli Law Firm today.
Contact us for a confidential consultation to discuss your case and learn more about your legal options.
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