At Cifarelli Law Firm, we are dedicated to holding institutions accountable for failing to protect children from abuse. A recent lawsuit filed against the Anaheim Union High School District (AUHSD) highlights yet another devastating case of institutional negligence, where a former Sycamore Junior High School teacher, David Michael Bruce, allegedly abused students for over a […]
The statute of limitations for filing a child abuse lawsuit changes on a state-by-state basis. Speaking with a child abuse lawyer from your specific state will uncover how much time you have to take legal action in your case. Many states, including California, have updated their laws recently to provide child sexual abuse victims with
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A recent case in Santa Ana, California, has highlighted the issue of sexual misconduct in schools. Yessenia Navarro Garcia, a 37-year-old choir teacher at Santa Ana High School, was arrested for allegedly engaging in a sexual relationship with a 17-year-old student. This shocking case raises critical legal questions about the rights of victims, the responsibilities
Sexual harassment in the workplace is a serious and pervasive issue. It can harm employees’ well-being and disrupt a professional environment. Two common types of employee sexual harassment are quid pro quo and hostile work environment harassment. The award-winning attorneys at The Cifarelli Law Firm know that people must understand the distinctions between these forms to recognize their
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If you were injured in a car crash, slip-and-fall accident, medical malpractice, or other event that was not your fault, you may be considering filing a lawsuit. While you may understand the importance of seeking an experienced attorney with positive reviews, what about the location of their practice? This post discusses why hiring a local
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The holiday season is a time for joy and celebration, but it’s also essential to consider our children’s safety. Preventing child sexual abuse during the holidays involves being aware and proactive. Taking a few simple steps can help ensure that your loved ones stay safe during this festive time. Be Aware of Your Surroundings During the holidays,
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When you take your child to school or leave them with a caregiver, you trust they are safe. However, that isn’t always the case. If you suspect your child has been abused by someone who is supposed to care for them, you may feel shocked, confused, and overwhelmed. This post addresses the question you are
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Many parents have a hard enough time dropping their children off at daycare centers in California each day. They struggle with the guilt that often comes along with leaving their kids at daycare while they go to work, so you can imagine how difficult it can be if parents suspect daycare centers of child abuse.
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Medical experts are typically called on by personal injury lawyers involved in many different types of cases, including car accidents, slip-and-fall accidents, and medical malpractice. But many child sex abuse lawyers have also started to rely on medical experts and their testimony. Medical experts can provide important testimony for child sex abuse lawyers to help
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If you’re asking yourself, “Do I need to hire an attorney for my car accident injury settlement?” the answer is “yes.” While you can technically engage in injury settlement negotiations without legal representation, it isn’t the right approach to take when trying to settle an auto accident case. You’ll miss out on many benefits if
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