Sexual Abuse

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The Silence Protects No One: Why Sexual Abuse Must Be Reported and Challenged

Civil Litigation, Criminal Justice and Victim Rights, Criminal Law, Personal Injury / Guest Post

Sexual abuse is widespread—about 1 in 4 women and 1 in 9 men report experiencing contact sexual violence. Reporting helps stop repeat harm, preserves evidence, and can trigger protective actions even when survivors seek advice first. This article explains why silence enables abuse, safe reporting options, and when to involve an attorney. Silence can look […]

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Mandatory Reporting Laws and Their Impact on Sexual Abuse Cases

Mandatory reporting laws in the U.S. require designated professionals in all 50 states to report suspected child abuse, often within 24–48 hours. Reports can trigger investigations, preserve evidence, and strengthen civil or criminal sexual abuse cases, while failures to report may bring penalties and liability. This article explains who must report, how reporting works, and