Nevada Law - Las Vegas Sexual Assault

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A Las Vegas sexual assault civil case is an independent and separate legal case through which you can seek compensation for your losses and suffering. You may be eligible to seek reparations for your medical expenses (including physical and psychological care), related economic expenses, pain and suffering, and more. Non-economic losses, such as emotional pain and suffering, often make up a significant portion of a sexual assault victim’s recovery.

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In cases where a person has suffered losses because of one’s criminal actions, there can be two different legal cases: a criminal case and a civil case. In a Las Vegas sexual assault criminal case, Nevada prosecutors may press criminal charges against your assailant.  In a criminal case, a jury or judge will be responsible for convicting the offender and determining appropriate punishment.

Because Las Vegas sexual assault is an act committed with intention and malice, you may also be eligible to seek punitive damages. Punitive damages are intended to punish the defendant for their wrongdoings and prevent them from committing such acts in the future. These damages are awarded independently from monetary punishments determined in a criminal case.

General Info - Sexual Assault

Sexual assault can include any unwanted visual, verbal, or physical contact, which leads to non-consensual attention or contact.  Inappropriate touching, non-consensual sexual behaviors and intercourse, rape, statutory rape, and child molestation are examples of Las Vegas sexual assault offenses. Sexual assault may be committed by a stranger, an acquaintance, or even a friend or relative. If you have suffered a Las Vegas sexual assault, you have the right to seek compensation for your losses and suffering.

Sexual assault is not only a crime; it is an intimate invasion of one’s personhood. Sexual assault must be handled with the utmost care and consideration. It must also be handled aggressively to ensure that the victim receives adequate compensation and justice is served. The qualified attorneys at Benson, Bertoldo, Baker & Carter are well-positioned to handle your Las Vegas sexual assault case. Our experienced legal experts will evaluate your case to determine the ideal course of action to protect your rights and interests.

If you or a loved one has suffered a Las Vegas sexual assault, it is important to remember these things

1. You are not alone. Statistics show that three out of four women will become the victims of a violent crime in their lifetime. More than 300,000 women are the victims of sexual assault each year in the United States. While these statistics are disturbing, they also indicate that survivors of sexual assault are not alone.

2. It is not your fault. It is important to remember that sexual assault is a crime, just like robbery or murder. The person who is robbed or murdered did not ask to be hurt and is not responsible for the crimes against them, just as you are not responsible for your sexual assault. As a Las Vegas sexual assault survivor, you are entitled to seek compensation for the losses and suffering you have endured. We would like the opportunity to help.

3. Contact an attorney. If you or a loved one has survived a Las Vegas sexual assault, it is extremely helpful to contact a qualified and experienced legal professional. Speaking with an attorney does not commit you to anything you do not consent to. Conversely, it can help you gain invaluable information about your legal rights and options. Please contact us to speak with a Las Vegas sexual assault attorney today.

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