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Sexual Abuse & Child Molestation

Legal Help for Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse in California

Child sexual abuse is a devastating violation of trust that can cause lasting emotional and psychological harm. Survivors and families may have the right to pursue civil claims against abusers and the institutions that allowed abuse to occur.
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Supporting Survivors and Families Seeking Justice

Sexual abuse often occurs at the hands of trusted individuals or within institutions that failed to protect vulnerable children. Civil lawsuits can provide accountability, compensation, and a path toward healing.

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Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse

Adults and minors who experienced sexual abuse may have legal options, even if the abuse occurred years ago.

Families of Survivors

Parents and guardians may pursue claims when abuse was enabled or ignored by responsible parties.

Abuse Within Institutions

Claims may involve schools, religious organizations, youth programs, or other institutions that failed to prevent abuse.

Delayed Disclosure Cases

Many survivors do not come forward until adulthood. California law allows claims based on delayed discovery.

Types of Child Sexual Abuse Cases We Represent

Frantz Law Group represents survivors in a wide range of civil child sexual abuse cases throughout California.

Sexual Abuse in Schools

Public and private school abuse involving teachers, staff, or administrators.

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Sports & Youth Programs

Abuse involving coaches, trainers, or organized youth activities.

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Clergy Sexual Abuse

Claims involving churches, religious leaders, or affiliated organizations.

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Scouting & Youth Organizations

Abuse connected to scouting groups or similar youth programs.

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Compassionate Legal Advocacy When It Matters Most

We understand that pursuing a civil lawsuit for child sexual abuse requires courage. Survivors often face painful memories, emotional challenges, and privacy concerns. Our attorneys approach every case with sensitivity, discretion, and respect.
Frantz Law Group is committed not only to helping survivors obtain justice and compensation but also to holding abusers and negligent institutions accountable to protect others from harm.
  • Trauma-informed legal representation
  • Confidential consultations and case evaluations
  • Experience handling sensitive, complex claims
  • No attorneys’ fees unless compensation is recovered
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You Are Not Alone

If you or a loved one survived child sexual abuse, you may have legal options. Our attorneys are here to listen, support you, and help you take the next step toward justice.

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Frequently Asked
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Survivors of childhood sexual abuse may file a civil lawsuit against the individual who committed the abuse, as well as against any person or institution that had a legal duty to prevent it or allowed the abuse to occur. This may include schools, religious organizations, employers, daycare providers, youth programs, coaches, and others in positions of authority.

No. Civil cases require proof by a preponderance of the evidence, meaning it is more likely than not that the abuse occurred. This is a lower standard than what is required in a criminal prosecution.

California law allows survivors to file civil claims years after the abuse occurred. In addition to age-based deadlines, the law includes a discovery rule that may extend the time to file when a survivor later discovers the psychological effects of the abuse, often through therapy or counseling.

Many survivors do not come forward until adulthood due to confusion, shame, fear, or trauma. California law recognizes delayed disclosure and allows certain claims to proceed even decades later, depending on the circumstances.

Yes. If an organization knew or should have known about abuse and failed to take reasonable steps to prevent it, that institution may be held civilly liable for enabling or allowing the abuse to continue.

We understand that filing a lawsuit can be emotionally difficult. Our attorneys approach these cases with sensitivity and discretion and take steps to protect your privacy whenever possible while pursuing accountability.

Depending on the facts, survivors may seek compensation for emotional distress, psychological treatment, lost income, and other damages caused by the abuse. Every case is evaluated individually.

We offer confidential consultations at no cost and handle child sexual abuse cases on a contingency fee basis. You do not pay attorneys’ fees or reimburse costs unless compensation is recovered.

Frantz Law Group represents survivors throughout California. Our attorneys can evaluate whether your case may involve other jurisdictions and explain how those matters are handled.