Sexual assault is a physical and emotional violation that leaves survivors changed forever. While nothing can erase the harm caused by the attack, a sexual assault survivor can move forward toward healing when they achieve a sense of justice. Although the criminal justice system has the essential task of punishment and deterrence, the civil court brings justice to Texas injury victims through financial accountability.
If you’ve survived a sexual assault in Fort Worth, call Greening Law today for the compassionate legal representation you deserve.
Why Select Greening Law as Your Fort Worth Sexual Assault Law Firm?
Greening Law has a core commitment to bold, assertive legal advocacy combined with a deep compassion for injury victims. With Greening Law, your case has the following advantages:
- Representation by a Fort Worth personal injury law firm with over 40 years of experience, including sexual assault lawsuits in Fort Worth and the surrounding region
- A results-oriented approach that crafts a personalized strategy for the unique circumstances of each client’s case to seek the best possible outcome
- The experience, knowledge, and resources of the attorneys and staff at Greening Law, all working tirelessly to advance your case through investigation, evidence documentation, and aggressive negotiations to maximize your compensation
Greening Law never charges upfront fees to injury victims. Your initial confidential consultation is free, and your attorney provides full legal services at no cost to you until they’ve obtained your compensation.
Determining Liability In Fort Worth Sexual Assault Claims
The attorneys at Greening Law understand the sensitive nature of sexual assault claims. Your lawyer will investigate the circumstances of your attack and identify those individuals or entities whose negligence leaves them accountable. Depending on the details of what led to the attack, there are often multiple avenues for pursuing the compensation an attack victim deserves. For example:
- The assailant could be held directly liable for the attack through a lawsuit
- If the attack occurred due to insufficient security in an apartment complex, hotel, school, church, hospital, or business, then the property owner may be held liable
- If the assault occurred at work or on your workplace property, your employer or the property owner could be liable
Your attorney from Greening Law will hold anyone who caused or contributed to your attack accountable so you can move forward with the resources you need to maximize your physical and emotional healing.
Why File a Sexual Assault Lawsuit?
A sexual assault survivor often faces a long road to recovery, even after any physical injuries have healed. A successful claim against the assailant or other accountable party can recover the following damages:
- Reimbursement for medical expenses
- Anticipated future medical expenses related to injuries
- Therapy or counseling costs
- Compensation for lost earnings
- Future income loss
- Compensation for pain and suffering
- Compensation for emotional damages such as PTSD, anxiety, depression, and sleep disturbances
Texas allows sexual assault victims to seek punitive damages against at-fault parties. Punitive damages aren’t intended as compensation, but instead, as an additional punishment for the wrongdoer. However, the amount awarded is paid to the injury victim.
How Does the Statute of Limitations Apply to Texas Sexual Assault Claims?
Texas limits the amount of time an injury victim has to file a lawsuit. The statute of limitations for personal injury claims in Texas is two years from the date the injury occurred. However, under Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code § 16.0045, the state extends the statute of limitations to five years for sexual assault cases. The state may further extend, or toll, the statute of limitations for those who suffered sexual assault as a minor.
Contact the Fort Worth Sexual Assault Attorneys at Greening Law
After suffering an egregious attack like sexual assault, it’s crucial to have an experienced, compassionate legal advocate at your side. Contact Greening Law for an attorney who will take the bold steps required to maximize your financial recovery so you can focus your attention on healing.