Coming forward takes immense courage, and we understand that the process can feel frightening. But you are not alone. Across the nation, survivors are using the legal system not just to seek compensation, but to expose wrongdoing and drive meaningful change.
This page explains your rights as a survivor or parent of a survivor, how CSA claims work, and what support is available to help you through every stage.
A CSA (Child Sexual Abuse) claim is a legal action filed by a survivor who experienced sexual abuse as a minor. These claims seek justice, financial compensation, and accountability—not only from individual abusers but also from institutions that allowed the abuse to happen or failed to act. For many survivors and their families, pursuing a CSA claim is a meaningful step toward healing and closure
Survivors of child sexual abuse often have more time to take legal action than they might think. In most cases, you can file a lawsuit up until age 48. This extended window gives survivors the chance to hold abusers accountable, even decades later. If you're within this timeframe, now is the moment to explore your legal options and pursue the justice and compensation you deserve.
While abuse is committed by individuals, certain institutions have been repeatedly linked to higher risks because they grant adults significant access, authority, and control over children. In these settings, predators can exploit trust, power, and a lack of oversight to commit abuse. Certain institutions have a history of turning a blind eye to child sexual abuse reports. Institutions that have been at the center of many child sexual abuse cases include:
When institutions fail to protect children, whether through negligence, lack of safeguards, or deliberate cover-ups, they can be held legally accountable for the harm caused. Parents and guardians must stay informed about the policies, screening processes, and reporting procedures in any organization that works with children.
The impact of childhood sexual abuse is profound—affecting survivors physically, emotionally, and financially. A lawsuit against the responsible individuals or institutions aims to provide compensation for both the tangible costs and the lasting emotional toll of the abuse. Survivors may be entitled to damages such as:
Proving these damages can be complex, especially when the abuse happened years ago. However, skilled child sexual abuse attorneys know how to build a strong case, gather the right evidence, and fight to secure the justice and compensation survivors deserve.
Finding an experienced legal team that earns your trust is essential. Our attorneys are not only experienced litigators—they are advocates trained to support survivors with empathy and integrity. We understand the sensitive nature of sexual abuse cases and offer trauma-informed representation every step of the way. With decades of experience and a team of expert sexual abuse attorneys, we have the resources and resolve to take on powerful institutions and win. Whether you’re ready to file a lawsuit or are just exploring your options, we are here to listen and help.
What Makes Us DifferentFiling a claim for child sexual abuse can feel like an overwhelming process, particularly because many emotions arise along the way. We work to provide clear expectations for our clients to make the process as simple as possible.
Your first step is a free and completely confidential conversation with a CSA attorney who understands the sensitive nature of these cases. There's no pressure to move forward — just a safe space to share your story and learn about your options.
If you decide to proceed, your legal team will investigate with care — reviewing institutional records, collecting documents, and gathering supporting evidence — always keeping your comfort and well-being in mind.
Your attorney will file a claim against the institution(s) that allowed the abuse to happen, holding them accountable for their role in the harm caused.
Many CSA cases are resolved through out-of-court settlements, which can help avoid the stress of a trial. If needed, your attorney will be ready to fight for you in court to secure justice.
If your case is successful, you may receive financial compensation to help cover medical care, therapy, and other losses, as well as acknowledge the pain you've endured.
When your case concludes—whether through settlement, trial, or another outcome—we ensure you fully understand what the resolution means. We discuss the impact, the benefits, and any ongoing responsibilities, while helping you look toward healing and recovery.
Our attorneys have proven experience in CSA cases, ensuring your case is handled with the dignity, respect, and care you deserve.
Yes, in most states, you can. Many have updated their statute of limitations laws for CSA, adding lookback windows or expanding tight limitations–allowing survivors to come forward even decades later.
You can still file a civil claim against the institution that played a direct or indirect role in the abuse.
Once a claim is filed, the process can take anywhere from a few months to a couple of years. Your attorney will provide a more accurate timeline based on your case.
Yes. Everything you share with us is confidential. You control how public or private your case becomes, and nothing moves forward without your consent.
That’s okay. Reaching out doesn’t commit you to anything. Sometimes survivors just need information or someone to listen. You can take time to decide what feels right.
Survivors of sexual abuse have the right to pursue justice through a civil lawsuit, even if the abuse occurred many years ago or during childhood. In institutional abuse cases, accountability goes beyond the individual perpetrator. It also extends to the organization that allowed the abuse to happen—whether through negligence, lack of oversight, or deliberate cover-up. Click here to learn more.
Finding the right attorney is easier than you think! Just click the link below, answer a few simple questions about your situation, and we’ll match you to an experienced attorney who can help. There’s no obligation, and you won’t pay a penny unless we win your case.
When you decide to take a stand, it matters—not only for you, but for others. Taking action doesn’t have to look one way. It can be legal, it can be personal, or it can be both. Below are reasons many survivors find meaning, power, and hope in coming forward.
