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If you were the victim of sexual abuse or assault, either as a child or an adult, you have the right to bring a civil lawsuit against both your abuser and any school, company, or organization that might be liable for the abuse.

In this post, we will provide a brief overview of sexual abuse lawsuits in Massachusetts. Our lawyers explain the Massachusetts statute of limitations for sex abuse civil cases and the potential settlement amounts you might see if you bring a claim.  We will also discuss how a new proposed law in Massachusetts could make it much easier for child sex abuse victims to bring lawsuits.

If you have a Massachusetts sex abuse case, contact our law firm today for a free online consultation or call us at 800-553-8082.

Uber has been facing a growing number of allegations and civil lawsuits from rideshare passengers alleging that Uber drivers sexually assaulted them. The lawsuits against Uber allege that the company should be held liable for these sexual assaults because it negligently failed to screen its drivers properly.

Recently, a growing number of sexual assault lawsuits with similar allegations have been filed against Uber across the country. These cases were recently consolidated into a new class action lawsuit by Uber (In re: Uber Technologies Inc., Passenger Sexual Assault Litigation – MDL No. 3084).  This new MDL has over 1,400 plaintiffs in over 29 states as of April 2025 and is expected to grow to the thousands. The first Uber sex abuse trial will be in December 2025.

This page will provide the latest news and updates on the Uber driver sexual assault litigation. Our lawyers also provide our predictions on the potential settlement value of these rideshare lawsuits.  We believe these are extremely strong lawsuits and expect that, sooner rather than later, Uber will make reasonable settlement compensation offers to resolve this litigation. Continue reading

Victims of sexual abuse or sexual assault in Texas can file civil lawsuits against their abuser and other third parties, such as schools, churches, etc. Our sex abuse lawyers help victims get financial compensation by filing civil lawsuits against parties who negligently allowed the abuse to occur or failed to prevent it.

In this post, we look at the process of filing a civil lawsuit for sexual abuse in Texas and the laws governing these claims.

We also look at the relevant laws regarding sex abuse and the average settlement value of these cases.

This page explains how sex abuse victims can bring civil lawsuits in Michigan and get compensation. Our lawyers will discuss the newly amended statute of limitations for sex abuse civil cases in Michigan. Finally, we will examine these cases’ potential settlement value and recent settlements and verdicts in Michigan sex abuse lawsuits.

This post will look at sex abuse and assault lawsuits in South Carolina. We will look at some of the key points of law regarding sex abuse lawsuits in South Carolina, including the statute of limitations. We will also examine the potential settlement value of South Carolina sexual abuse lawsuits.


South Carolina Sex Abuse Lawsuit Updates

The law on sex abuse lawsuits is always evolving.  So let’s begin with recent updates on sexual abuse and assault claims in South Carolina:

Hartgrove Behavioral Health System, located in Chicago, Illinois, is a psychiatric facility that provides inpatient and outpatient mental health treatment to children, adolescents, and adults. Owned and operated by UHS of Hartgrove, Inc., a subsidiary of Universal Health Services (UHS), the facility serves patients suffering from a range of psychiatric disorders, including depression, PTSD, ADHD, and behavioral disorders.

Despite its mission to provide psychiatric care, Hartgrove Hospital has faced persistent allegations of abuse, neglect, and institutional failures, particularly concerning the treatment of minors. Over the years, reports have surfaced of staff members exploiting patients, failure to supervise vulnerable minors, and systemic efforts to cover up abuse rather than report it. These allegations are consistent with issues found across multiple UHS-owned behavioral health facilities.

If you or a loved one experienced abuse at Hartgrove or another UHS facility, call us at 800-553-8082 or reach out to us confidentially online. We understand how difficult it is to come forward. Our job is to listen, to take you seriously, and to guide you through the legal process with respect and care. You deserve answers, accountability, and a legal team committed to helping you pursue fair compensation.

Victims of sexual abuse or sexual assault in Alabama can file civil lawsuits against their abuser and other third parties, such as schools, churches, etc. Our sex abuse lawyers help victims get financial compensation by filing civil lawsuits against parties who negligently allowed the abuse to occur or failed to prevent it.

In this post, we will look at the process of filing a civil lawsuit for sexual abuse in Alabama. We will look at the relevant laws regarding sex abuse and the average settlement value of these cases.

Alabama Sex Abuse Lawsuit News and Updates

A growing number of families are filing lawsuits against Roblox after discovering their children were groomed, exploited, or exposed to explicit content through the platform. Once promoted as a safe space for kids to create and play, Roblox is now at the center of a national legal reckoning. Multiple high-profile cases—including a federal Roblox lawsuit in Texas and an ongoing class action lawsuit against Roblox—allege the company failed to protect minors from foreseeable dangers.

These lawsuits claim Roblox turned a blind eye to predators, unsafe games, and deceptive monetization practices that targeted children. Many victims were contacted through in-game chats and later coerced into private conversations on third-party apps like Discord and Snapchat. Parents who believed their kids were safe online are now asking how to sue Roblox for the lasting harm their children suffered.

This litigation is more than a wave of individual claims—it is a coordinated effort to hold Roblox accountable for enabling child exploitation and misleading the public about platform safety. Whether searching for information about joining a Roblox class action, understanding the latest Roblox court cases, or learning how to sue Roblox, this page offers a detailed overview of the current legal landscape.

Under New Mexico law, anyone who has been the victim of sexual abuse or assault can file a civil lawsuit against not just the person who abused them but also against churches, schools, or other third parties who negligently enabled the abuse to happen. This post will look at the basic elements of a sex abuse lawsuit in New Mexico. We will also analyze the potential settlement value of New Mexico sex abuse lawsuits.

New Mexico Sex Abuse Lawsuit News & Updates

May 31, 2025:  A New Mexico man will spend the next 18 years behind bars after pleading guilty to a brutal attack that left a massage parlor employee traumatized and violated. Nicolas Lacombe admitted to kidnapping the woman at gunpoint, robbing her, and then sexually assaulting her in a harrowing case that underscores the persistent danger faced by service workers, especially those working in vulnerable, often underprotected environments like massage parlors.

Arizona victims of sexual abuse and assault have the legal right to pursue justice and compensation through civil lawsuits. This comprehensive guide explores the critical aspects of sex abuse lawsuits in Arizona, offering insights into how victims can hold not only the direct perpetrators but also negligent third parties accountable.

Institutions such as churches, schools, and other entities often have substantial legal responsibilities and can be pursued for compensation if their actions or inactions contributed to the abuse. This page aims to demystify the legal processes involved in these cases and shed light on the potential settlement amounts and jury payouts for victims.

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