Englewood Sexual Assault Lawyers

Sexual assault is any non-consensual sexual contact. The victim either does not consent, or they cannot consent because of age or disability. A sexual assault may or may not be violent. It can occur over clothing, and it does not have to involve penetration. Any kind of non-consensual touching of a sexual nature may constitute sexual assault.

You can bring a sexual assault lawsuit if you are the victim of sexual assault. The victim may bring the case against the perpetrator themselves for their intentional action. They may also file a claim against a party who, through their actions or inactions, may have breached a duty of care and allowed the sexual assault to occur. The actor is liable for their own actions. However, other parties may also be liable for institutional failures that resulted in the assault itself.

Compensation that you may qualify to receive after being sexually assaulted is intended to represent your economic losses, as well as your pain and suffering. If you need medical treatment because of injuries, that can be a part of your compensation. Treatment for mental health and the value of lost wages are also essential compensatory damages you can claim after being sexually assaulted.

The compensation that you may receive for a sexual assault case includes:

• Medical treatment (short term and long term)
• Mental health treatment, psychological care
• Pain and suffering, emotional anguish, mental health suffering
• Property damage, if applicable
• Attorney fees
• Punitive damages, if you qualify

Pain and suffering amounts are often greater than other personal injury claims because the nature of the offense is so devastating to victims. While the exact amounts may vary, most compensation after being sexually assaulted is significant to reflect the gravity of the offense.

Our team works diligently to prove the value of your sexual assault case. We identify your losses, work to verify the value of your damages and prepare the evidence to prove your case. Our team also presents the evidence at trial or negotiates a fair settlement on your behalf.

Even if the police are already pressing criminal charges, there are some important reasons to bring a civil sexual assault case as well:

• In a criminal case, the prosecutor decides whether the defendant can take a plea offer. In a civil case, you're in control of whether to extend or accept any settlement offers.
• Only the assailant themselves is held accountable by a criminal proceeding. In a civil case, you may file against any party who had a duty of care and whose actions contributed to the assault.
• There is a different burden of proof in a civil case than a criminal case. A criminal case has a higher standard. The outcome of each case may be different.
• In a civil case, you control what evidence to present and how to tell your story.
• Pursuing a civil claim allows you to work towards justice and a definitive finding of responsibility, which is crucial for many sexual assault victims.
• Bringing a claim may result in changes that prevent harm to others.

Our team of Englewood sexual assault lawyers may represent you even if the police do not authorize criminal charges. Also, we may handle your case regardless of the outcome of the criminal matter.

Who may be held liable for a sexual assault case is complex. In addition to the assault, other parties that refused to provide proper protection, remove people after receiving complaints and warning signs and otherwise acted negligently can be named in the case.

Here are some third parties that may be liable for sexual assault:

• Employers
• Landlords
• Schools/universities
• Churches
• Bars/restaurants
• Summer camps
• Community organizations like youth/adult sports leagues and community theater
• Athletic facilities
• Transportation companies

Our team of attorneys investigates who may be legally liable in your case. We believe that we do essential work not only helping victims, but also working for change by holding wrongdoers accountable for their actions.

At Bachus & Schanker, LLC, we're a team of dedicated Colorado sexual assault lawyers and legal professionals. We have experience handling difficult and sensitive cases, and we're ready to give your case the dedication, determination and compassion you deserve. It's our goal to work for justice for survivors.

Our founding partners, Kyle Bachus and Darin Schanker, have built a team of skilled and hardworking legal professionals to meet your needs. We focus only on personal injury cases, including sexual assault. That gives us the experience to help you when you need it most. In Englewood, and throughout Colorado, we're the sexual assault lawyers that you can count on.