Denver Sexual Abuse Attorneys
Fighting For Sexual Abuse Victims in Colorado
Survivors of sexual assault deserve justice, accountability, and compassionate legal support. If you or a loved one has been harmed due to sexual abuse or assault, you may have the right to pursue a civil claim for compensation against the individual or institution responsible. At Denver Trial Lawyers ®, our Denver sexual assault attorney, focused on personal injury cases, can help you hold negligent parties accountable while seeking damages for medical expenses, therapy, lost income, and emotional trauma. You don’t have to face this process alone—an experienced lawyer can protect your rights, lead you through every step, and fight for the justice and financial recovery you deserve.
Call us today at (303) 647-9990 or contact us online to schedule a consultation with our sexual abuse lawyer in Denver.
Sexual Violence Is a Prevalent Problem
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), sexual violence affects millions of women and men in the United States. The CDC reports that 1 in 5 women have experienced sexual assault or attempted assault. Most of these victims experience their first sexual assault before the age of 25.
The CDC also states that the number of sexual assault survivors is larger than any set of statistics may reveal, given that it is one of the most underreported crimes.
Recent Sexual Assault Cases With Representation From Denver Trial Lawyers ®
Dan Sloane and Denver Trial Lawyers ® is currently investigating a case against the University of Michigan athletic department involving a doctor who may have sexually abused countless student athletes.
Also, Dan Sloane recently represented a young woman who was sexually assaulted by her public-school teacher. The multi-million-dollar settlement to the student was the largest individual settlement with a Colorado school district.
These and other cases often involve parallel civil and criminal processes, including investigations by law enforcement and proceedings in local courts such as the Denver District Court or other Colorado judicial districts. When we pursue civil claims, we look beyond the individual offender and carefully evaluate whether institutions like school districts, youth organizations, or employers failed to protect survivors or ignored warning signs that should have prompted action.
Silent Survivors
According to a study conducted by the U.S. Bureau of Justice Statistics, a survivor’s relationship with the offender often impacts the likelihood of them reporting the crime, particularly if the offender is or was an intimate partner, friend, acquaintance, or a person in a position of authority.
The report also stated that some of the most common reasons why survivors did not report sexual assault were:
- Fear of reprisal
- Did not want family to know
- Did not want others to know
- Fear of the justice system
- Belief that the police would not do anything to help
The probability statistics calculated by the Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN) reported that, due to low reporting rates, only a small percentage of rapists are prosecuted and an even smaller percentage of cases lead to felony conviction.
An Abuse of Power and Trust
While public discourse has worked to dispel the myth that strangers are usually the perpetrators of this crime, most sexual assaults are committed by someone the victim knows, trusts, or even works for. Sexual assault in the workplace is not commonly reported and, according to the U.S. Department of Justice, it is one of the least reported violent crimes in that environment.
In cases where the victim is a child, a significant percentage of perpetrators are childcare providers, babysitters, or family members, according to the Office of Sex Offender Sentencing, Monitoring, Apprehending, Registering, and Tracking (SMART).
In a study conducted by the American Association of University Women, students between grades 8 and 11 were asked if they ever experienced inappropriate conduct at school. One in ten students said they were victimized by a teacher or other school employee, which largely involved physical contact.
If this is indicative of what the nationwide number may be, approximately 4.5 million students in grades K-12 have suffered sexual assault at the hands of an educator.
Why Choose Us?
At Denver Trial Lawyers ®, our team of experienced attorneys have gained a reputation throughout the Rocky Mountain Region as advocates for victims of sexual assault and exploitation, fiercely representing them and giving them a voice. Our attorneys have decades of experience representing victims who have been sexually assaulted by members of the clergy, educators, and employers who abused their positions of authority and trust. We have also provided support for criminal prosecutions and developed creative strategies to prosecute claims for money damages.
When you contact a sexual abuse lawyer Denver survivors rely on, we take time to listen to your story, explain how civil cases work in Colorado, and outline possible timelines based on the statute of limitations and the specific facts of your situation. We may work with trauma-informed counselors, medical professionals, and investigators to document how the abuse has affected your life, including emotional harm, lost income, and changes to your daily functioning, so that your case reflects the full scope of what you have endured.
How Our Sexual Assault Lawyers Can Help You
- Listening to your story with compassion and without judgment
- Explaining your legal rights and options in very clear, simple terms
- Investigating what happened and identifying all liable parties
- Preserving evidence and working with experts when needed
- Handling all communication with insurance companies and potential defense lawyers
- Filing a civil lawsuit to pursue full financial compensation
- Protecting your privacy and pursuing your case discreetly whenever possible
- Fighting for maximum compensation through settlement or trial
We represent victims of sexual assault. Please don’t hesitate to contact us todayfor assistance with your case. Your consultation is completely confidential with our Denver sex assault lawyers.
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