Pasadena Sexual Abuse Lawyer
Over 35 Years of Combined Experience Representing Clients
At McGee Lerer Ogrin, we prioritize the well-being of sexual abuse victims. We understand the toll this experience can take on individuals and their families, which is why we are committed to providing them with the support and representation they deserve.
Our team is deeply knowledgeable about the legal avenues available to victims, and we use our resources to pursue justice. Our persistent and compassionate approach to our work allows us to help our clients move forward with their lives with the closure they need.
If you or a love one has experienced sexual abuse, contact our Pasadena sexual abuse lawyers at (626) 642-9302.
What Is Sexual Abuse?
Sexual abuse is a form of assault where any undesired sexual contact occurs between people. It does not discriminate based on the relationship between individuals and can happen between intimate partners, colleagues, family members, and caregivers.
Examples of sexual abuse may include:
- Unwanted sexual contact
- Unwanted sexual requests
- Forced viewing of pornographic media
- Refusal to use condoms or restricting a person’s access to birth control
- Coercing a person into sexual activity
Sexual abuse can happen to anyone regardless of their gender or age. It's not limited to a certain group and can affect individuals from all walks of life. Our firm provides assistance in obtaining the compensation that victims are entitled to. We strive to help our clients in their healing process by holding perpetrators accountable for their actions.
What Are the Long-Term Psychological Effects of Sexual Abuse?
The long-term psychological effects of sexual abuse can have a profound impact on survivors, influencing various aspects of their mental health and well-being.
Here are some common long-term effects:
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD): Many survivors of sexual abuse may develop PTSD, experiencing symptoms such as flashbacks, nightmares, hypervigilance, and avoidance behaviors.
- Anxiety Disorders: Survivors may struggle with generalized anxiety, social anxiety, panic attacks, or specific phobias related to their traumatic experiences.
- Depression: Feelings of sadness, hopelessness, guilt, and worthlessness are common among survivors of sexual abuse, potentially leading to clinical depression.
- Dissociation: Survivors may experience dissociative symptoms, feeling disconnected from their thoughts, feelings, memories, or sense of identity as a coping mechanism.
- Low Self-Esteem and Self-Blame: Many survivors grapple with feelings of shame, self-blame, and low self-worth as a result of the abuse they endured.
- Trust Issues: Difficulty trusting others, forming healthy relationships, or feeling safe in intimate situations can be significant challenges for survivors of sexual abuse.
- Substance Abuse: Some survivors may turn to alcohol, drugs, or other substances as a means of coping with the emotional pain and trauma associated with the abuse.
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$122,500,000 Global Settlement Sexual Abuse
Represented 14 of 124 childhood sexual abuse victims against the City of Santa Monica.
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$18,000,000 Auto v. Truck
Client rear-ended by trucking company.
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$10,000,000 Auto v. Big Rig
Family struck by a big rig.
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$4,090,000 Auto v. Auto
Family struck by a County of Los Angeles employee.
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$3,500,000 Negligence, Personal Injury
Client who was injured when a piece of machinery fell off a plumbing truck onto his foot.
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$3,500,000 Warehouse Accident
Client whose foot was run over by a forklift driver.