The New York Adult Survivors Act was signed into law on May 24, 2022. First day cases can be filed is on November 24, 2022.
Window closes on November 24, 2023.
Countdown to file your claim
From providing exceptional health care to our elders, education to our children, and spiritual leadership to our congregation, we place trust in others in every single moment of our daily lives.
However, that trust is destroyed when those in positions of power use it to take advantage of vulnerable children, women, and men. Often times, this comes in the form of sexual abuse.
About Our FirmAccording to the Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN), an American is sexually assaulted every 92 seconds. The organization also points out some other startling statistics, including:
These statistics paint a truly horrifying picture of the sheer amount of children, women, and men that are sexually abused annually in the United States. While many of their abusers may face justice, the unfortunate truth is that time limitations have previously made it extremely difficult for survivors to file a legal claim against those who harmed them.
Studies have shown that victims of sexual abuse can develop a myriad of psychological, physical, academic, and behavioral issues. Unfortunately, it isn’t uncommon for sexual abuse survivors to experience long-term effects
Read MoreThe sexual abuse lawyers of Hach & Rose, LLP are experienced in helping sexual abuse survivors file lawsuits against their abusers, regardless if the perpetrators were among the clergy, educational institution, or healthcare industry.
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