REHAB MALPRACTICE LAW
Sexual Assault in Florida
Sexual Assault Cases Require Trauma-Informed Legal Specialists
Sexual assault in treatment centers is a profound betrayal. You entered a facility at your most vulnerable, seeking healing—and instead, you were harmed by the very people or environment meant to protect you.
Instead of healing, survivors are left with fear, shame, confusion, and the weight of an experience that should never have occurred under professional care.
✔️ You control the pace—we move forward only when you're ready
✔️ We believe survivors—you don't have to convince us the assault happened
✔️ Communication is sensitive—we explain legal processes clearly without re-traumatizing language
✔️ Your wellbeing comes first—we connect you with trauma resources beyond legal representation
You Deserved Safety in Treatment — Not Violation.
Sexual assault inside treatment is never the survivor’s fault. It occurs when facilities fail to create safe, supervised environments. When red flags are ignored, vulnerable patients are left unprotected.
Every survivor deserves to be heard, supported, and believed.
As advocates of the survivors we represent, we promise:
Your voice matters — and we believe you.
What happened was wrong, and not your fault.
You deserved safety, support, and dignity.
Your truth deserves protection and justice.
The Systemic Failures That Enable Sexual Assault
Sexual assault in rehab and behavioral health programs is rarely “an isolated incident.” It happens because:
→ Poor hiring and screening
Facilities fail to run background checks or hire staff with previous misconduct.
→ Untrained personnel & inadequate supervision
Inexperienced or unqualified staff are placed in positions of authority, and patients are left alone with staff, peers, or visitors who pose risks.
→ Ignored complaints and warning signs
Reports of inappropriate comments or boundary violations are dismissed instead of addressed.
→ Unsafe living environments
Dorms, bathrooms, and common areas lack monitoring or security.
→ Mixing high-risk populations
Vulnerable patients are placed with individuals who may be predatory, unstable, or unsupervised.
We believe survivors. And we fight for them.
Sexual assault cases inside treatment programs require attorneys who understand trauma and the systems that enable abuse.
No judgment. No pressure. No assumptions. We listen first.
You choose how much to share, how quickly to move, and what justice looks like for you.
Sexual assault destroys trust — but accountability helps rebuild it.
When prevention is ignored, the facility is responsible. Your voice can spark change that protects countless others.
Protect
future patients from being harmed.
Provide
compensation for pain, therapy, and long-term impact.
Demand
accountability for individuals and facilities.
Validate
your experience.
Frequently asked questions
FAQ
Can I sue a treatment facility for sexual assault?
Yes. Facilities have a duty to protect patients. If an employee, peer, or visitor assaulted you — and the facility failed to supervise, screen, or intervene — they may be legally responsible.
What if I’m not sure whether what happened “counts” as assault?
If something happened that made you feel unsafe, violated, or coerced, you deserve support. You can speak with us confidentially to explore your rights.
Do I have to report the assault to pursue a civil case?
No. Many survivors choose not to involve law enforcement. Civil cases are separate and can move forward without a criminal report.
Will my story be kept private?
Yes. Your identity and details remain confidential. You choose what is shared and when.
Can I still sue if the assault was done by another patient, not staff?
Potentially. Facilities are responsible for supervision, room assignments, monitoring, and responding to warning signs. Peer assault often results from facility negligence.
What if the facility says “we didn’t know”?
Not knowing is not a defense. Facilities must screen staff, monitor patients, train employees, and respond to red flags. Ignoring risks is negligence.