Sexual Assault Litigation

Unfortunately, every 68 seconds, an American becomes the victim of a sexual assault. Certain groups like women, young people, and members of the LGBTQ+ community are more vulnerable to becoming sexual assault victims than others. Regardless of who a victim is, the impact of a sexual assault remains the same; victims are often left feeling helpless, powerless, and confused about what their options are. If you’ve been the victim of a sexual assault, we are so sorry you are going through this. Please know you don’t have to navigate recovery alone. 

The legal team at Elite Litation Group has comprehensive experience representing victims of sexual assault no matter the circumstances, their age, or the injuries they’ve sustained. 

You don’t have to navigate the road to recovery alone. Our Colorado lawyers for sexual assault victims are standing by with the support you deserve. Contact us today to get better clarity on your legal options, how to hold your abusers accountable, and how to recover the compensation you may be entitled to for your injuries. 

What Is A Sexual Assault Injury?

Sexual assault injuries are broad, including a variety of injuries that result from an assault that was sexual in nature. While many people might think of a sexual assault as nonconsensual sex, the reality is that sexual assaults take on many forms, happen to individuals of all ages, and bring with them a variety of injuries — some of which you can see, with many others you can’t. 

In addition to nonconsensual sex, a sexual assault injury can happen if you’ve experienced any of the following against your will:

• Unprovoked kissing 
• Fondling of genitalia
• Penetration that is sexual in nature
• Harassment that is sexually charged 
• Sexually charged behavior against an individual who is physically or mentally incapable of consenting 
• Any other unwanted, unwarranted, and unprovoked actions that are sexually charged

The injuries that many victims sustain from a sexual assault also vary but can include everything from external and internal bruising and bleeding to psychological injuries like depression and post-traumatic stress disorder. 

All states have their own set of laws that define what a sexual assault is and instances in which an assault may be classified as sexual in nature. While many of these laws overlap, it’s important to understand your state’s sexual assault laws to determine your legal rights. 

If you’re unsure whether what you have experienced rises to the level of a sexual assault, it’s important to speak with an experienced Colorado sexual assault injury attorney. 

Contact our Colorado lawyers for your free case evaluation.

How Do I Know If I Have A Sexual Assault Case? 

Many victims of sexual assault struggle to come forward because they are unsure if they have a case. Many others fear they won’t be believed or may even blame themselves for the assault. It’s important to recognize that if you believe you have been assaulted sexually, no matter your state of consciousness, you still have legal rights, and it is never your fault.

Working with an experienced and compassionate team of legal experts can help you understand your legal rights and the best course of action to take in your case. 

At Elite Litigation Group, we offer free case consultations where you can get more insight into those legal options. During your initial consultation, you’ll sit with our teams as they go over your circumstances and determine if you have a case. 

If you have unfortunately experienced any of the following, you may have a case:

• Your sexual assault was unprovoked, and your attacker was someone you don’t know 
• The assault was unprovoked but happened by someone you do know, like a partner, family member, or co-worker
• You were under the influence of drugs or substances, either by your own choosing or involuntarily, and were sexually assaulted
• You suspect a sexual assault may have happened while you were voluntarily or involuntarily under the influence 
• You were sexually assaulted as a child but have not come forward with your case
• You were abused by an individual in power or an authority figure such as a doctor, teacher, law officer, etc. 

What Damages Are Recoverable In A Sexual Assault Injury Lawsuit?

If our legal team determines you have a case, we’ll pursue a civil sexual assault lawsuit against your abuser and other individuals or entities who may have contributed to your assault either directly or indirectly as well. When filing the lawsuit, our team will help you determine what damage you may be entitled to. 

Damages refer to the calculable and noncalculable losses you have sustained because of your sexual assault injury. Damages include both economic and non-economic damages, also known as compensatory damages. 

Economic damages are designed to help you recover calculable losses like medical bills, property damage, and time away from work because of your injuries. Non-economic damages, on the other hand, are designed to help you recover incalculable losses like loss of enjoyment of life and other pain and suffering. 

While sexual assault changes the lives of victims forever, compensatory damages are one way to help you rebuild your life. These damages are intended to help return you to your original financial standing before the assault. 

In some cases, punitive damages may also be awarded. Punitive damages are designed to punish an abuser or entity for their actions that have caused you harm. These damages are often levied against organizations and institutions that fail to protect the victim from their sexual assault. 

The types of damages that are recoverable in most sexual assault cases include but are not limited to the following: 

• Costs associated with medical bills, including treatment for injuries, hospital bills, and ongoing care
• Costs related to mental health bills, including assessments and therapy
• Financial losses from damage to personal property 
• Pain and suffering 
• Mental anguish 

Knowing Who To Contact Can Be An Important Step In The Recovery Process

If you’ve been the victim of a sexual assault, it’s important to know what steps to take and who to speak with about your legal rights and options. Working with a law firm with the resources and experience to help you is equally important. Having the right resources on hand means you’ll have a team of professionals who can dedicate their time, energy, and expertise to collecting the appropriate evidence to hold your abuser and other negligent parties accountable.

Get The Support Of Our Victim Advocates Team 

At the Elite Litigation Group, our paralegals, investigators, and attorneys are dedicated to helping recovering individuals like you receive the justice and compensation you deserve. One of the ways we can help you find justice is through the work done by our Victim Advocates team. This is a specialized team of professionals who work alongside our legal team. 

Our sexual assault Victim Advocates serve as a liaison between you and other individuals who may be involved in your case. Whether it’s the prosecutor’s office,  police departments, or other lawyers, our advocates will fight for your rights by ensuring appropriate evidence is collected, the relevant documents are filed, and that your sexual assault case progresses appropriately. 

Contact the Elite Litigation Group

You don’t have to navigate recovery alone. Speak with the experienced professionals at the Elite Litigation Group to learn more about your legal rights and options. Our initial constellations are free and will help direct you on the right path so you can obtain the justice and the sexual assault lawsuit settlement​ you deserve.

Contact our Colorado lawyers for your free case evaluation.

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