Sexual Abuse Litigation
We represent survivors of sexual assault and abuse, holding individuals and institutions accountable while pursuing systemic change.
$1.5T
The global cost of violence against women was estimated at 2% of global GDP, or $1.5 trillion.
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736M
An estimated 736 million women—almost one in three—have been subjected to physical violence at least once in their lives.
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UN Women, “Facts and Figures: Ending Violence Against Women,” UN Women (Nov. 25, 2024).
734K+
Approximately 734,630 people suffered rape or attempted rape in the U.S. in 2018.
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$900M
One of the largest sexual assault verdicts in U.S. history.
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Noah Goldberg, “L.A. Jury Orders Alki David to Pay $900 Million in Sexual Assault Suit,” Los Angeles Times (June 19, 2024).
24.8% of U.S. men have experienced contact sexual violence.
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- Exposing the "Abuser Playbook": Power, Deception, and Control
Sexual abusers often operate from a well-worn “abuser playbook,” using wealth, connections, and influence to shield themselves from accountability. These individuals craft elaborate facades by donating to prestigious institutions like Harvard, making high-profile public appearances, and carefully orchestrating PR campaigns. These tactics allow them to launder their reputations while continuing their heinous acts in the shadows, weaponizing fear and intimidation to silence their victims.
Consider the case of Larry Nassar, a serial child rapist who exploited his position as a USA Gymnastics team doctor to sexually assault more than 500 young women and girls under the guise of medical treatment. Or Jeffrey Epstein, a NYC school teacher turned Wall Street trader, financial criminal, and convicted sex offender, who weaponized his illicit wealth and a network of enablers, including alleged co-conspirators like Ghislaine Maxwell, to traffic and exploit vulnerable young women. Similarly, Henry Jarecki, a psychiatrist with close ties to Jeffrey Epstein, has been accused of playing a dual role as a trusted medical professional and an alleged participant in the trafficking and rape of a young woman who was also raped by Epstein.
The Alexander Brothers case is another chilling example of similar abuse of power. For over a decade, real estate moguls Alon, Oren, and Tal Alexander allegedly used their wealth, social status, and connections to lure women with the promise of luxury, only to drug, rape, and violently sexually assault them. Federal prosecutors described their alleged crimes as a long-running sex trafficking conspiracy, one in which multiple women were coerced, manipulated, and restrained during assaults. These cases reveal how sexual predators weaponize status and deception to exploit victims while their enablers run cover or look the other way.
Predators, along with their circles of enablers, are masterful at lying, denying, and gaslighting their victims, creating layers of deception to silence survivors and evade justice. When their abuse is brought to light, they reflexively double down on these tactics, using their influence to distort reality and discredit those who speak out. Their power often means decades pass before their crimes are revealed—if ever. In many cases, it takes extraordinary courage from survivors to expose the truth and demand accountability.
- Breaking the Silence, Seeking Justice
Our firm stands with the courageous survivors in their fight for justice, recognizing their extraordinary strength, resolve, and the meaningful change they inspire by confronting their abusers and the systems that enabled these atrocities. While telling victims’ stories can be an essential part of the healing journey, we understand that it can also be painful and retraumatizing.
To protect survivors’ privacy whenever possible, we seek to anonymize plaintiffs’ names in legal filings, as permitted under Massachusetts law, particularly in cases involving sensitive matters like sexual abuse. We are committed to pursuing meaningful compensation for the lasting emotional, financial, and professional harm caused by sexual abuse while working to promote broader systemic reforms.
We understand that sexual abuse spans all sectors and institutions, from workplaces to medical settings to elite social circles. Our mission is to hold these perpetrators and their enablers accountable under Massachusetts and federal law, including statutes like the Trafficking Victims Protection Act (TVPA).
Overview
We represent survivors of sexual abuse and misconduct, pursuing legal action against perpetrators and the institutions that enabled them. Our work spans workplaces, schools, religious organizations and other institutions. Through litigation, we seek justice, systemic change, compensation for physical, emotional, and financial harm.
In the U.S., 81% of women and 43% of men have experienced sexual harassment or assault in their lifetime.
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The Cost of Misconduct
Sexual misconduct results in both immediate harm and long-term consequences. Survivors often face severe emotional distress, including anxiety, depression, and PTSD, in addition to financial losses such as medical expenses, lost wages, and missed career opportunities. For organizations, failing to address these abuses brings reputational damage and financial liability. Our firm helps survivors recover from these impacts, seeking accountability and institutional change.
In 2023, approximately 46% of rape or sexual assault victimizations in the U.S. were reported to the police, a significant increase from 21% in 2022.
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Your Rights
Survivors of sexual misconduct are entitled to protection under both state and federal law:
- Workplace Protections: Title VII, Massachusetts Chapter 151B, and the Massachusetts Equal Rights Act protect against sexual harassment and retaliation in the workplace.
- Claims for Sexual Assault: Survivors can report crimes to pursue criminal charges like imprisonment, fines, or probation for perpetrators while also filing civil claims for damages such as physical harm, emotional distress, lost income, and medical expenses.
- Massachusetts Adult Survivors Act: This law provides a window for survivors of historical sexual misconduct to file claims even after the statute of limitations has expired.
- Fiduciary Duty Claims: Professionals, such as doctors or employers, who engage in abuse may be liable for breaching their fiduciary duties to their clients or employees.
From the moment we accept a case, we meticulously prepare for trial.
Lawyers' Role
- Litigation Against Perpetrators and Institutions: We represent survivors in holding both individuals and organizations accountable for sexual harassment, assault, and institutional abuse.
- Support for Emotional and Financial Recovery: Our legal team seeks to secure compensation for victims, covering medical expenses, therapy costs, lost wages, and the emotional toll of abuse.
- Promoting Systemic Change: Through strategic litigation, we advocate for policies and institutional reforms that prevent future abuse and promote safer environments.
- Confidential and Compassionate Representation: We prioritize client confidentiality and offer a compassionate, respectful approach throughout the legal process.
How We Can Help
Workplace Sexual Harassment and Retaliation
Represent employees subjected to hostile work environments, harassment, or retaliation for reporting misconduct, pursuing legal remedies under Massachusetts Chapter 151B and federal Title VII protections.
Institutional Accountability for Systemic Misconduct
Hold schools, religious organizations, corporations, and other institutions accountable for enabling or concealing sexual misconduct, advocating for compensation and systemic reforms.
Civil Lawsuits for Sexual Assault and Exploitation
File lawsuits on behalf of survivors to seek justice and damages for physical, emotional, and financial harm under the Massachusetts Adult Survivors Act and related laws.
Breach of Trust and Professional Misconduct
Pursue claims against medical professionals, therapists, or employers who exploit positions of authority to commit misconduct or abuse.
Wrongful Termination and Retaliation Claims
Advocate for survivors wrongfully terminated or penalized after reporting harassment or assault, seeking damages for lost wages, emotional distress, and punitive compensation.
Privacy Violations and Non-Consensual Image Distribution
Litigate cases involving revenge porn or unauthorized distribution of private images, seeking damages, injunctions, and accountability for privacy violations.
High-Profile and Complex Abuse Cases
Represent survivors in high-stakes litigation against powerful individuals or entities, seeking justice and driving institutional accountability.
Whistleblower Protection for Reporting Sexual Misconduct
Support whistleblowers exposing systemic sexual misconduct, promoting protection against retaliation and pursuing remedies under whistleblower and retaliation statutes.
Emotional and Financial Recovery for Survivors
Seek compensation for therapy, medical costs, lost income, and other damages to help survivors rebuild their lives and recover from harm.
Advocating for Civil Rights in Cases of Gender Discrimination
Fight gender-based discrimination and harassment cases under civil rights laws to achieve justice, equitable remedies, and accountability.
