Reclaiming Your Power: Understanding Your Rights as a Sexual Abuse Survivor Sexual abuse can shatter your sense of safety and control. If you’ve experienced sexual abuse in Texas, know that you have legal rights designed to protect you and help you seek justice. The aftermath of sexual abuse often leaves survivors feeling confused about their…
The Silent Epidemic: Understanding Unreported Sexual Abuse in Texas Sexual abuse remains one of the most underreported crimes in Texas, with studies suggesting that as many as 60% of cases never reach law enforcement. This disturbing statistic represents thousands of survivors whose stories remain untold and whose perpetrators face no consequences. Behind each unreported case…
Finding Your Path to Justice: Legal Options for Sexual Abuse Survivors Surviving sexual abuse creates challenges that no one should face alone. If you’re seeking justice and healing in Texas, understanding your legal rights is crucial to reclaiming your power. Sexual abuse survivors have multiple pathways to pursue justice, from criminal proceedings to civil remedies…
Seeking Justice: Critical Errors to Avoid in Your Sexual Abuse Case Filing a sexual abuse lawsuit requires courage, determination, and careful planning. For survivors considering legal action in Texas, inevitable missteps can significantly impact the outcome of your case. The road to justice after experiencing sexual abuse is already challenging enough without facing preventable setbacks….
Time Limits Matter: Why Sexual Assault Survivors Need to Know Their Legal Rights in Texas Sexual assault survivors in Texas face critical time constraints when seeking justice. The statute of limitations establishes firm deadlines for pursuing legal action against perpetrators, which can permanently bar your right to justice. For many survivors, understanding these time limits…
Navigating the Aftermath: Critical Actions After Sexual Assault The hours and days following a sexual assault can feel overwhelming and disorienting. If you or someone you care about has experienced sexual assault in Texas, knowing the immediate steps to take can make a significant difference—both for your well-being and for any future legal actions. Sexual…
Seeking Justice: Critical Actions After Sexual Assault Sexual assault is a traumatic violation that leaves survivors facing not only emotional and psychological challenges but also complex legal questions. If you’ve experienced sexual assault, knowing which steps to take can make a significant difference in your journey toward healing and justice. For many survivors in Texas,…
We understand that talking to a lawyer can feel intimidating in any situation, especially when discussing a matter as sensitive as sexual assault. We are here to listen to you and help you understand all of your options for seeking recovery and closure. At Fibich, Leebron, Copeland & Briggs, we’ve been down this road before,…
Sexual assault survivors often experience a range of complicated emotions. They may feel shame, regret, embarrassment, and isolation. We want survivors to know that these feelings are normal and valid, and there are excellent sources of support, compassion, and understanding that can help them deal with the challenges associated with experiencing a traumatic event. When…
It’s difficult to seek legal help after surviving a sexual assault. Reliving an experience that you would rather forget entirely is not something anyone wants to have to do. Still, choosing the right lawyer to help you fight for justice with a civil lawsuit is important. If you’re wondering how to find a lawyer as…
