Lubbock Sexual Abuse Lawyer

If you or a loved one was sexually abused by someone in Lubbock, Texas, you may have legal options available to hold them responsible for your damages. Alternatively, if your abuser was part of an institution, you may have grounds to sue the institution at large for your damages through a claim or lawsuit. Through this action, you could potentially recover financial losses as well as damages related to your pain and suffering.

A sexual abuse lawyer serving Lubbock from our team at D. Miller & Associates, PLLC® can help you build a case against the responsible party and stand up for you in court. Our firm advocates for sexual abuse victims throughout Texas, as our mission is to help them reach financial recovery through the legal system. Since 2002, we have helped clients obtain over $250 million in settlements and verdicts. We can help you as soon as you call.

You Could Recover Your Damages in a Lubbock County Sexual Abuse Case

Like other personal injury cases, sexual abuse cases in the civil claims division allow plaintiffs to demand financial recovery for various damages they suffered. Some examples of damages you might claim include:

  • Costs to receive medical treatment, including costs for rape kits, tests for sexually transmitted infections (STIs), and pregnancy tests
  • Emotional distress, which can manifest as depression and anxiety
  • Post-traumatic stress disorder, which may contain symptoms like panic attacks, flashbacks, and insomnia
  • Loss of wages and benefits if you lost your job due to the sexual abuse
  • Reduced earning potential, including being blacklisted in your industry if an institution retaliated against you
  • Psychological diagnoses, including diagnoses for eating disorders, sexual dysfunctions, and other mood disorders as a response to your trauma
  • Permanent disability or physical disfigurement caused by the abuse
  • Contracting an STI, such as HIV/AIDS, herpes, or chlamydia
  • Loss of consortium if the abuse had an impact on your relationship(s) or marriage
  • Costs for psychiatric treatment and/or counseling

This is not an exhaustive list. Sexual abuse can affect a person in a multitude of ways, all of which are deeply personal and unique to each case. When we speak to you in consultations about your case, we will review your damages to assess how much in financial awards we should pursue so you may recover from your losses.

The Statute of Limitations Determines How Long You Have to File Your Case

Civil cases involving sexual abuse must adhere to the statute of limitations, as written in Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code § 16.0045. This law dictates how long a plaintiff has to file a sexual abuse lawsuit against another party, and the rule goes as follows:

  • You generally have up to 30 years after the date of your sexual abuse if the abuse occurred when you were a minor (younger than 18 years of age).
  • You generally have up to five years after the date of your sexual assault if the assault occurred in your adulthood (18 years of age or older).
  • Wrongful death cases involving sexual abuse have similar filing periods. However, the starting date for either filing period begins on the date of the victim’s death.

Failure to comply with your case’s statutory deadline could lead to a judge dismissing your case on that basis. Our team will take steps to submit your case on time, so you don’t lose your opportunity to petition for your financial recovery.

A Sexual Abuse Lawyer Serving Lubbock, TX Can Lead Your Case

Many victims choose not to come forward because the idea of having to relive their trauma in court is overwhelming. However, when you hire a sexual abuse lawyer serving Lubbock from our team, you do not have to go through this battle alone. Our attorneys serve as our clients’ voices and have no problem standing up to their abusers and the institutions enabling them.

When we represent you, we provide the support that can help you feel strong, and that begins by building a comprehensive case. Some of our legal services to prepare your case include:

  • Investigating your sexual abuse to confirm information and discover new facts that may affect your case
  • Gathering evidence that can support your claims, such as eyewitness testimony, photographs and video footage, and expert analysis from psychological doctors and other industry professionals
  • Submitting paperwork required of your case, including your lawsuit, should you decide to go through civil court to pursue your financial recovery
  • Acting as your representative whenever inquiring parties request statements about your case or other communications
  • Keeping track of case updates, such as court hearing dates, and informing you of anything affecting your case moving forward
  • Going to meetings with the defendant to potentially negotiate a settlement deal for your case
  • Petitioning for your case in court in front of a judge and jury

Our legal team will also provide legal counsel whenever you want advice on legal decisions, such as whether you should accept a settlement offer. You can also take advantage of our regular Facebook live sessions, where we answer questions from our clients.

Call D. Miller & Associates, PLLC® Today to Speak with a Team Member

If you or a loved one was a victim of sexual abuse in Lubbock, Texas, you do not have to continue to stay silent about your case. A sexual abuse lawyer serving Lubbock from our team can manage your case and represent you in court so you can hold your abuser or another responsible party accountable for your damages.

Our legal team works hard to fight for our clients’ deserved financial recovery. Want to know more about our legal services? Call the number on our website for a free consultation with a team member. We can start building your case as soon as you agree to work with us.