Victims of sexual violence often have a long road ahead of them. For many, facing their abuser in court can be triggering and difficult to overcome. Despite this, many victims find a sense of relief and closure by taking legal action against the person who caused them harm. Suffering from abuse likely means that you have suffered damages, which could mean that you are entitled to some form of compensation. Wieand Law Firm may be able to help you gather the necessary information to prove damages in your case. Call our firm to speak with a Philadelphia attorney handling sexual abuse cases.
Evidence to Prove Damages
Following sexual assault, a victim may choose to pursue damages for the injuries they sustained. This allows victims to ask for compensation for the intentional harm they suffered at the hands of their perpetrator. In some situations, a victim may even be able to file a claim against the owner of the property where the assault took place.
Examples of this could include the workplace, a restaurant or bar, event stadium, etc. In order to have a successful personal injury case, you will need to be able to prove that you were impacted from the assault. The following is evidence that could be helpful when proving that the assailant was responsible for your suffering:
It can be overwhelming to compile all of the evidence needed for your civil suit. In some ways, you may even feel as though you are reliving the experience all over again. A Philadelphia sexual abuse attorney from Wieand Law Firm can partner with you in obtaining all of the necessary evidence so that you do not have to spend hours poring over documentation and photographs that could be triggering.
Convictions in Criminal Court
If your attacker has been convicted in criminal court, proving your case may be much easier. Civil courts do not require the same amount of evidence as the criminal court system. You also have that ability to present the same evidence in civil court that was used during the criminal trial.
Enduring a civil suit allows you to take control over the way to move forward. Wieand Law Firm can consult with you as you make decisions regarding whether you should accept a settlement or bring your case to trial. Allowing us to weigh in on the details surrounding your case can help ensure that you take the legal direction that is right for you.
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Enduring legal proceedings may be one of the most stressful pieces to recovery. By taking legal action, you may be able to obtain the compensation you deserve. You will want to ensure that you are supported and protected throughout each step of the legal process. Wieand Law Firm can help achieve this. We can partner with you to resolve your case so that you can begin the process of healing.
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