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Cook County Attorneys Explain Statute of Limitations on Sex Abuse Injury Cases in Illinois
Illinois Lawyers for Sex Abuse Injury Lawsuits
When crafting legislation regarding the statute of limitations to assert either criminal or civil lawsuits for particular offenses, most legislative bodies will evaluate a number of factors including the nature of the offense or conduct involved, whether or not there are issues of fraud or deceit, and the overall seriousness of the crime involved. When it comes to the crimes or civil liability involving conduct related to sexual abuse, legislatures will attempt to expand the applicable statute of limitations to provide the most flexible, broad, and generous form of legal relief possible.
Statute of Limitations for Civil and Criminal Abuse Claims
In fact, recognizing that many victims in sexual abuse cases are not able from a mental or psychological perspective to come forward until later on in life, and respecting the immense courage and challenges in this regard, the legislature of Illinois along with the Governor in 2013, signed into law the removal of all relevant applicable statute of limitations with respect to sexual abuse cases. This includes not only statutes of limitations related to asserting criminal charges against an alleged sexual abuser by a victim, but also civil liability claims against such perpetrators. Prior to the passage of this new law, the statute of limitations was twenty (20) years to assert either criminal or civil claims against an alleged sexual abuse perpetrator.
The removal of such statutes of limitations represents a clear victory for sexual assault and abuse victims and their advocates, who have for years been attempting to articulate that such cases are unique and distinct. Such adverse conduct may occur when the victim was a minor and may not at the time fully understand the circumstances of his or her abuse, and as such, not be able to discern, recall, or actually remember the specific details of such abuse until later on in life.
From a personal civil liability perspective, this means that victims of alleged sexual abuse do not have to worry if and when to assert a civil lawsuit against their perpetrators, but rather can do so at a point in time when they are personally able and ready to do so. Unlike other legal claims, the applicable and relevant statute of limitations begins to run at the time such legal injury or harm occurs, and lapses at the end of the statutory period, wherein if a particular plaintiff fails to assert such lawsuit in such relevant period of time, then the plaintiff loses all legal claims against the defendant.
Chicago Sexual Abuse Injury Claim Attorneys
If you or someone you love are a victim of sexual abuse, you need a seasoned civil and personal injury attorney on your side to help you evaluate and seek recovery for such issues. Civil liability cases involving sexual abuse are by their very nature unique and can be complex with serious emotional and personal damages. Call us at 847-797-8000 or email the Newland & Newland, LLP Law Firm today for a complimentary consultation to see how we can help you.
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Our experienced personal injury lawyers are equipped to handle a full range of personal injury matters, including motor vehicle crashes, premises liability cases, defective or dangerous products, and accidents involving public transportation. We also assist those who have suffered injuries caused by nursing home neglect, elder abuse, violent crimes, and sexual abuse. Our team will conduct a full investigation into the circumstances of your case and work to get you the full compensation that you deserve.
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Every day, thousands of Illinois residents are injured in car accidents caused by carelessness or negligence by others on the road. Our firm is dedicated to helping car accident victims recover damages for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, decreased quality of life, and other considerations. If you have been hurt in a car crash, you should not sign anything from the insurance company or agree to any settlements until you speak to a lawyer at Newland & Newland, LLP first. We will ensure that your rights and best interests are protected every step of the way.
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Commercial trucks are massive vehicles that can cause catastrophic damage when they are involved in an accident. In most truck accidents, unfortunately, it is the occupants of other vehicles who usually suffer the worst injuries. Trucking companies often have teams of lawyers working on their behalf to help limit their liability following an accident, and you deserve the same level of legal protection. Our attorneys will help you stand up to trucking companies, their insurance companies, and their lawyers so that you can get the compensation you need to put your life back together.
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Medical mistakes are among the leading causes of death in the United States. Each year thousands of patients die as a result of errors made by doctors, nurses, and other medical professionals, and many thousands more suffer non-fatal injuries. Not all medical errors are caused by negligence or carelessness, as even the most careful medical professionals are not perfect. When negligence does lead to substandard care, however, the negligent doctor or hospital must be held accountable.
At Newland & Newland, LLP, we have the knowledge and experience to handle all types of medical malpractice cases, including missed diagnosis, delayed diagnosis, primary care errors, errors by physician specialists, emergency room mistakes, and pharmacy malpractice. We also assist families affected by birth injuries caused by medical negligence. If you or a member of your family suffered harm due to substandard care in an Illinois doctor's office, hospital, or another medical facility, our attorneys are ready to help you take action.
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According to Illinois law, employees who get hurt in the course of performing their jobs are typically eligible for benefits through the state's workers' compensation program. Unfortunately, it not uncommon for workers' compensation claims to be partially or completely denied or unnecessarily delayed, leaving victims to face a variety of challenges on their own. At Newland & Newland, LLP, we provide guidance for injured workers throughout the entire workers' compensation claims process.
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