Standing Up for Survivors Since 1988.
No one should have to experience sexual assault. Still, despite advocacy and awareness efforts, a new sexual assault occurs every 68 seconds in the United States.
If you are a survivor of sexual assault, we are here to provide you with the support you need to take legal action. We will listen to your story with a nonjudgmental, compassionate ear and effectively advocate for your rights in civil court.
Through a civil lawsuit, you could recover compensation for the damages you have suffered. While this cannot turn back the clock and stop the assault from happening, it can help you afford treatment/medical care and settle any related debts. Further, holding the perpetrator or other responsible parties accountable may help you gain peace of mind and, thus, help you put the past behind you.
Grossman Roth Yaffa Cohen stands ready to help. Contact our experienced team today to schedule a free consultation.
Pursuing a civil lawsuit offers a powerful path toward justice when criminal courts fall short—or even when they succeed. Civil claims allow survivors to seek accountability not only from the individual who committed the assault, but also from other parties (such as employers, property-owners, or rideshare companies, whose negligence or failure to provide reasonable safeguards contributed to the harm. These lawsuits allow survivors to seek financial compensation for damages such as:
Our sexual assault attorneys explain the differences between criminal and civil proceedings and help you understand if you are eligible to bring a civil claim, and if you want to.
Sexual assault is defined as any nonconsensual sexual contact or act. In other words, it encompasses sexual harassment, sexual abuse, sexual battery, molestation, and rape.
A few examples include:
Sadly, many survivors report that someone they know committed the assault: spouses, former sexual partners, friends, roommates, classmates, coworkers, and even family members.
Sexual assault can also occur in situations where a survivor is alone with someone they do not know well, including during rideshare trips arranged through companies such as Uber or Lyft. These cases may involve inappropriate sexual comments, unwanted touching, coercion, or more serious acts committed while a passenger is in a vehicle and relies on the driver for transportation and safety. In addition to pursuing a claim against the individual who committed the assault, civil cases may also examine whether a rideshare company’s screening practices, safety policies, or response to prior complaints played a role in allowing the harm to occur.
It is very common for perpetrators of sexual assault to argue there was a gray area or blurred line, then try to use this argument to blame the survivor for what happened. What’s worse is that a survivor’s loved ones may also try to blame them. This is known as “victim blaming,” and it is deeply harmful—it often causes survivors to stay silent about what they have been through. The law is clear on its stance, however: A person is never to blame for being the victim of sexual assault.
If you or someone you love is struggling with speaking up—even if this is because the person is unsure whether they have a case—we encourage you to contact us. Our caring lawyers offer free consultations in which survivors can learn their rights and obtain clarity on what happened in a confidential, judgment-free setting. If you decide that legal action is something you would like to pursue, our team will also help you navigate the litigation process.
Please note: Our consultations are provided without any strings attached. If you do not want to move forward, you do not have to. Regardless, it is best to consult a legal professional sooner rather than later as there are time limits on filing a lawsuit.
Our sexual abuse attorneys are passionate about seeking and obtaining the justice you deserve. We will aggressively advocate for you in the courtroom and boardroom to ensure that your rights are protected, that your compensation is maximized, and that the perpetrator is held accountable.
In Florida, the statute of limitations for civil sexual assault claims is not one-size-fits-all. While general guidelines suggest that adult survivors may have up to four years from the date of the assault to file a civil claim—and minor survivors up to seven years after turning 18—these timelines are not absolute. They can change depending on a variety of factors, including the nature of the trauma, when the survivor first connected their harm to the assault, or if there was institutional negligence involved.
Every GRYC case is handled by a team of lawyers supported by in-house investigators and legal professionals with extensive experience in the medical, law enforcement, and insurance sectors.
We have recovered over $1 billion in settlements and compensation for our clients, fighting for full and fair compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, physical suffering, and emotional trauma.
We fight to change the laws and policies that hurt our clients to protect other innocent people from harm.
We take all cases on a contingency basis, which means that we pay all fees upfront, and only get paid if we win.
We fight every day to bring justice and truth back into the lives of unheard victims. We use our passion to improve the lives of our clients and our communities. GRYC is a force for justice, focused on you.
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GRYC has been a voice for injured victims in the South Florida area since 1988. Together, we will be heard. Together, we can make change happen.
