Therapist sexual abuse is a deeply traumatic experience for many victims and can have devastating consequences. While it cannot undo the wrongs committed against you, you have a right to seek financial and emotional compensation, which can significantly help in your journey toward recovery.
Sexual assault by a therapist is not only a violation of professional ethics but also a criminal act. When you contact a Michigan therapist sexual abuse lawyer, you can be confident that you will get strong representation for your case to hold the perpetrator accountable.
At White Law PLLC, our nationally recognized team strives to exceed the expectations of all of our clients and provide them with high-quality service. We fight for you to get the compensation you deserve and there is no fee until your case is won.
Legal Options After Therapist Sexual Abuse
After experiencing forced sexual contact by a therapist, it is important to know how to report therapist abuse in Michigan and what legal options are open to you. To begin with, it is highly recommended to file a report with the police so they can thoroughly investigate the situation, create an official record of the event, and protect you from further harm to the best extent possible. You may also request that your information be kept confidential as much as possible.
You can also file a report with the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA). They will also conduct an investigation into the therapist’s abuse and examine all reported violations. Taking this step can help prevent a therapist from continuing a pattern of abusive behavior with other clients.
Additionally, patients have the right to file a lawsuit against the person who abused them. Filing a lawsuit is best handled with the guidance of a lawyer who can provide knowledgeable guidance and skillful strategies to get you justice. They will ensure all required paperwork is filed properly and that you have the documentation you need for a strong case.
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Evidence in Therapist Sexual Abuse Cases
When seeking financial and emotional compensation after therapist abuse, it is important to know how to go about proving therapist sexual abuse during a lawsuit. To help establish your claim regarding the treatment you suffered by a therapist, you will need to provide documentation of what transpired as evidence to support the events, including documentation of formal complaints. Pictures or medical examination records can support your case as well.
Testimonies of witnesses can also go a long way in supporting your case. Those closest to you can speak to any signs of abuse they may have noticed while you were in therapy, and experts can speak to breaches of the Ethical Principles of Psychologists and Code of Conduct. Talk to your lawyer about witness options for your case.
A strong case against a therapist can help you get the resources you need. It can also establish a therapist’s culpability and hold them responsible for their actions. Together, both steps can help you get closure for your experience.
Statute of Limitations for a Therapist Abuse Lawsuit in Michigan
Under Michigan Statute §600.5805, there is a limited amount of time a victim has to make a claim. The statute of limitations for therapist abuse is two years from the time the malpractice occurred. After this amount of time has passed, a victim no longer has any claims to seek financial and emotional compensation for therapist abuse that was committed against them.
Compensation for Therapist Sexual Abuse
Financial compensation for therapist abuse can help you cover many of the expenses you may incur while trying to heal. You can be compensated for medical expenses for services you may need as a result of the abuse, as well as any lost income if you were not able to work. Keeping records of all expenses and income related to the abuse is important to supporting your claim and receiving compensation.
Emotional compensation provides for the intangible results of being subjected to abuse by a therapist. You can be compensated for the pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment you may experience following the abuse.
Emotional compensation often helps victims receive compensation for the psychological effects of abuse and the services needed to support their emotional recovery.
Additionally, Michigan offers crime victim compensation to individuals who have been victims of a crime. Qualifying individuals may receive compensation for medical bills, counseling, loss of income, and funeral expenses. Crime victim compensation is available to individuals who need help paying for costs beyond what their insurance or other funds cover.
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Therapist abuse has a profound impact on victims and can affect them for years to come. If you have experienced sexual abuse at the hands of a therapist, you have the right to file a lawsuit against them and seek the financial and emotional compensation you need for your recovery.
Contact a Michigan sexual abuse lawyer from White Law PLLC today to schedule a free consultation and learn how we can get you justice.
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