Childhood Sexual Abuse
A subtype of Sexual Abuse & Assault
About Childhood Sexual Abuse
Survivors of childhood sexual abuse often carry the harm for many years before they are ready to speak about it, and California law recognizes this. The state has significantly extended — and at times reopened — the window for survivors of abuse that occurred when they were minors to file a civil claim as adults. A civil case focuses on the survivor and on accountability, and it can often reach the institution — a school, youth program, or organization — that failed to protect a child or ignored warning signs. The process is handled with confidentiality and care. You are in control of what you share and when, and a California attorney can explain your options gently and without judgment.
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