Rochester, New York, Sexual Abuse Claims

Jed Dietrich, Esq., Acclaimed as an American Institute of Trial Lawyers Litigator of the Year and New York Super Lawyer, and His Team of Determined, Disciplined, and Dedicated Attorneys at the Dietrich Law Firm P.C., Recognized as an American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys 10 Best Personal Injury Law Firm, Fight Uncompromisingly to Obtain Justice for Survivors of Sexual Abuse in Rochester, New York.

There are no words to describe the bodily, psychological, or emotional torment that sexual abuse survivors are forced to endure. This is especially the case for young children who were left defenseless and even unable to communicate the abuse they have suffered from. According to recent estimates from the Crime Victims Center (CVC), there are over 60 million childhood sexual abuse survivors in the United States. Child sexual assault survivors often fail to comprehend what they have endured and cannot realize that they did not do anything wrong. Oftentimes, younger victims do not even tell their parents because they are afraid of being punished. Even adult victims can feel blameworthy or humiliated for sexual assaults and fail to come forward about the transgression.

Unfortunately, far too many sexual abuse survivors suffer in silence, constantly feel ashamed, and may even blame themselves. Even long after the abuse concludes, the brutal emotional trauma can still have dire consequences on a survivor’s self-worth and overall well-being. It can take many years of rigorous psychological treatments, such as counseling and therapy, before victims can learn how to cope with their torments. Every victim of sexual abuse deserves a chance to be heard and to pursue justice for the maltreatment. After enduring sexual abuse, taking legal action may be one of the most important things you ever do. The Rochester, New York, sexual abuse attorneys at the Dietrich Law Firm P.C. are wholeheartedly dedicated to protecting the legal rights of victims of sexual abuse and forcing perpetrators to face the consequences of their hideous crimes.

Jed Dietrich, Esq. is willing and able to take all the essential legal steps to win his client’s cases. At the Dietrich Law Firm P.C., our elite team is highly qualified to support sexual abuse survivors in their fights against the perpetrators. For over 2 decades, Jed Dietrich, Esq., documented as a New York Super Lawyer, has been committed to holding abusers accountable for their hideous actions. Our battle-tested attorneys believe that the key to winning sexual abuse claims is to understand the psychology of both victims and abusers. We firmly believe that no instance of sexual abuse should ever be left unpunished and would be honored to represent you in pursuing justice. The Dietrich Law Firm P.C.’s seasoned lawyers want to help you obtain the necessary closure. Our caring team is dedicated to treating all of our clients with the respect, kindness, and consideration that they deserve. We promise to be by your side every step of the way to make sure that you feel safe and secure. Should you have any inquiries or need help, please contact us for a complimentary case evaluation. The Dietrich Law Firm P.C.’s top rated lawyers are available 24 hours per day and 7 days per week at 585-939-3939 or by completing the online consultation form. 

Regretfully, sexual abuse happens all too often. For a very long time, this type of assault was ignored or disregarded because the abused were too frightened or humiliated to come forward. In recent years, we have witnessed that pursuing criminal charges and civil litigation against abusers are some of the best ways to keep them from harming others. Victims of abuse are also able to obtain monetary compensation for their pain and suffering as well as other damages. Sexual abuse can occur in various ways, such as verbal, emotional, or physical attacks of a sexual nature. While anyone can fall victim, children, spouses, mental health patients, and the elderly are the most vulnerable. With the support of the Dietrich Law Firm P.C.’s veteran, sexual abuse attorneys, you can hold your perpetrator liable in civil court, even if he or she was found not guilty in criminal court. Sexual abuse can comprise of the following:

1. Sexual exploitation;
2. Sexual harassment;
3. Date rape;
4. Forced penetration;
5. Unwanted sexual advances, fondling, touching, kissing, or other bodily contacts;
6. Flashing;
7. Unsolicited exposure to pornography;
8. Watching a non-consenting victim in a sexual way or secretly watching others perform sexual acts;
9. Taking explicit pictures or videos of unsuspecting victims; and
10. Displaying explicit images or videos taken in a private context.

In regards to children, sexual abuse includes everything above, but consent is not a factor. Children cannot consent to sexual acts. Additionally, common Rochester, New York child sexual abuse crimes include taking nude pictures or videos, possessing child pornography, and enabling children to perform sexual acts.

Nothing is more devastating than undergoing sexual abuse as a child, especially when the victimizer was someone you trusted, like a Boy Scout leader, family friend, or priest. Regrettably, young children and teenagers suffer from some of the highest rates of sexual abuse. The following statistics provided by the National Sexual Violence Resource Center (NSVRC) show just how prevalent sexual abuse is:

1. Only 12% of all child sexual abuse is reported to the police;
2. Every 68 seconds, someone in the United States is sexually assaulted;
3. 96% of all pedophiles are male;
4. Self-reported incidences of sexual assault and rape, per 1,000 persons age 12 or older, nearly doubled from 1.4 victimizations in 2017 to 2.7 in 2018;
5. Approximately 1 in 6 boys and 1 in 4 girls will be sexually abused before turning 18 years old;
6. Over one-third of women who report being sexually assaulted as minors are also raped as adults;
7. Roughly 21 percent of women have been victims of rape or attempted rape at some point in their lives;
8. Over half of female rape victims report being violated by acquaintances;
9. An estimated 60% of perpetrators are non-family members but known to the child; and
10. Every 9 minutes, child protective services substantiates a claim of child sexual abuse. In a recent year alone, agencies found strong evidence to indicate that over 57,300 children were sexual abuse victims.

Suppose that you, or someone that you care about, have been traumatized by sexual abuse. Jed Dietrich, Esq. and his team of Rochester, New York attorneys are ready to fight for you. Our veteran sex abuse lawyers are well-equipped with the expertise and knowledge to force not only the individual perpetrators but also against the institutions that enabled them to accept responsibility for their repulsive actions. At the Dietrich Law Firm P.C., our seasoned lawyers passionately work to help sexual abuse survivors seek justice and obtain monetary compensation for the persistent humiliation, embarrassment, and mental anguish endured. Wrongdoers have paid Jed Dietrich, Esq. over $175,000,000.00 in verdicts and settlements to compensate his clients. The Dietrich Law Firm P.C. would be honored to offer you a complimentary lawsuit evaluation. Our concerned team is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, by dialing 585-939-3939 or by completing the online consultation form. We are aggressive, tenacious, and reliable personal injury attorneys who are ready to force your abuser to finally take responsibility for the harm caused.

Call the Dietrich Law Firm P.C. immediately at 585-939-3939 so that our aggressive, tenacious and hardworking personal injury lawyers can fight to obtain the best result for your personal injury claim in Rochester, New York. We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and there is never a fee until we WIN for you!