Sexual Assault in the Workplace

The United States Department of Justice reports that women are the victims in 80 percent of rapes and sexual assaults that take place in the workplace – at least 29,000 acts of rape or sexual assault each year.

Sexual assault is any sexual act in which the victim is subjected to unwanted touching, fondling, kissing, groping, and rape.  Victims are often afraid to report an assault for a variety of reasons.  Unfortunately sexual assault victims are often ignored or not provided with information and resources available to them.
 
Sexually abusive behavior may give rise to liability on the part of the offending party as well as by those who foster or permit such conduct to occur. Sexual assault is a crime in Texas, and may also result in severe civil penalties.  It is vital that those who commit this horrific crime not be allowed to avoid justice.  Victims of sexual assault no matter where they occur should always feel assured that they will receive the justice they deserve.  We can and will assist victims obtain the justice they deserve.

If you believe you may have a sexual assault case, contact us today for more information.