Sexual assault is a heinous act that no one should have to endure – and those who do deserve justice for what they’ve suffered. for what they’ve suffered. While the state prosecutes sexual assault as a crime, even a successful conviction does little to undo the consequences of the defendant’s actions. Fortunately, there is another…
Sex crimes impact thousands of Texans each year, with data showing that the state faces some of the highest numbers of reported rapes nationwide. Here’s what you need to know about key sex crime statistics in Texas and the resources available for sex assault survivors in Houston. Texas Ranks 16th in the Nation for Rape…
When someone close to you says they’ve been sexually assaulted, it’s normal to feel a range of emotions. You want to help, but where do you start, and how do you avoid making an already traumatizing situation worse? What can you do when you don’t know how to help a rape victim? The most important…
Your Right to Compensation as a Survivor of Sexual Assault It is one of the worst things that a person can experience. A survivor of sexual assault can have physical and emotional scarring that lasts a lifetime and unfortunately, justice is not always served through the criminal court system. What many survivors do not realize…
Can a Property Owner Be Held Liable for a Sexual Assault on their Premises? Generally, property owners in Texas are required to keep their premises in a reasonably safe condition. When a property owner fails to keep their premises free from known dangers, the injured party might have a valid claim for damages. This is…
Obtaining Compensation as a Sexual Assault Survivor Hundreds of thousands of women, men, and children are sexually assaulted or abused each year. Sexual assault is pervasive, infiltrating our schools, churches, and workplaces. A person who is sexually abused can be impacted for a lifetime; suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder, physical injuries, and emotional trauma. Sexual…
Sexual violence is a serious public health problem that impacts hundreds of thousands of Americans each year. As a term, “sexual violence” encompasses many actions and behaviors that share one commonality: a lack of consent. Despite popular misconceptions, sexual violence affects people of all ages, genders, and sexual orientations. In fact, it’s estimated that 1 in…
