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Any caring, thinking person will be heartbroken to know that a child has been sexually abused. The loss of innocence, the sense of shame and the likelihood of future psychological and relational problems is cause for great concern in child molestation cases.

An additional layer of shock, outrage and disbelief may be present when the accused is in a position of trust with the child:

• An uncle, grandfather, older brother, older cousin or step-relative
• A teacher, counselor or coach
• A trusted neighbor or friend
• A paid babysitter
• A family member of a home day care provider
• A member of the clergy: a priest, preacher or nun, for example

Most injury claims, such as claims for compensation, after an incident or pattern of child molestation have a two-year statute of limitations. It is difficult to impossible to sue for damages for something that happened three or more years ago. However, various court decisions have removed those barriers to justice and the people who were sexually abused by caring adults in their lives such as teachers, counselors, or clergymen or women now have recourse to pursue damages over child sexual abuse that happened long ago.

This means that if you were sexually abused by a priest, rabbi or minister, you may come forward even if the abuse occurred many years ago. There may or may not be a criminal case brought against the alleged perpetrator. However, you, the injured child now grown, can bring a claim for financial damages to help you move on with your life. A skilled Santa Rosa child molestation attorney can help you develop a compelling case even if there were no eyewitnesses. Teal Montgomery & Henderson has a track record of favorable outcomes obtained in challenging personal injury cases. Our lawyers are well qualified to tackle a child molestation and abuse case brought against the abuser.

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We welcome you to contact us by phone or e-mail to schedule a free initial consultation with a Santa Rosa personal injury attorney at your convenience.

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