NYC Child Sexual Abuse Attorney
Confidential representation for survivors under Child Victims Act
Compassionate Child Sexual Abuse Representation
Childhood sexual abuse causes profound, lasting trauma. Survivors deserve justice, accountability, and compensation from those responsible. New York's Child Victims Act recognizes that survivors often can't come forward until adulthood and provides extended time limits for filing claims.
Many cases involve institutional negligence—schools, churches, youth organizations, or other entities that ignored warnings, failed to conduct background checks, or actively covered up abuse to protect their reputations. These institutions must be held accountable for enabling predators.
Gammons Injury and Malpractice Lawyers, P.C. represents survivors with sensitivity, confidentiality, and fierce advocacy. We understand the courage it takes to come forward, and we handle all legal matters while you focus on healing.
Institutions That Can Be Held Liable
Schools and Universities
Public and private schools that failed to protect students from abusive teachers, coaches, or staff
Religious Organizations
Churches, dioceses, synagogues, and religious institutions that enabled or covered up clergy abuse
Youth Organizations
Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, sports leagues, and youth programs where abuse occurred
Camps and Daycares
Summer camps, daycare centers, and childcare facilities with negligent supervision
Foster Care and Adoption
Foster care agencies and adoption organizations that failed to screen or supervise caregivers
Healthcare Facilities
Hospitals, clinics, and medical facilities where staff abused children under their care
Long-Term Impact on Survivors
Childhood sexual abuse causes profound, lasting harm that extends into adulthood:
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Depression and anxiety disorders
Substance abuse and addiction
Relationship and trust difficulties
Loss of earning capacity
Self-harm and suicidal ideation
Sleep disorders and nightmares
Emotional and psychological trauma
Loss of quality of life
Inability to form healthy relationships
Survivors deserve compensation not only for the abuse itself but for all the ways it has affected their lives, relationships, careers, and mental health. Civil lawsuits provide accountability and resources for healing.
Why Choose Gammons Injury and Malpractice Lawyers, P.C.?
Trauma-Informed Representation
We understand the profound impact of childhood sexual abuse and handle your case with sensitivity and compassion
Complete Confidentiality
Your privacy is paramount. We handle all matters discreetly and work to protect your identity throughout the process
Hold Institutions Accountable
We pursue not only individual abusers but the institutions that enabled, ignored, or covered up abuse
No Upfront Fees
We work on contingency—you pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Child Victims Act?
New York's Child Victims Act (CVA) extended the statute of limitations for childhood sexual abuse claims and opened lookback windows allowing survivors to sue for abuse that occurred years or decades ago. The CVA recognizes that survivors often don't come forward until adulthood.
Can I sue if the abuse happened many years ago?
Yes. The Child Victims Act provides extended time limits and lookback windows for filing claims. Even if you're now an adult and the abuse occurred in childhood, you may still have legal rights to pursue compensation. Contact an attorney to evaluate your case.
Who can be held liable for child sexual abuse?
Liable parties include the abuser, schools that failed to protect students, churches and religious organizations that enabled or covered up abuse, youth organizations (scouts, sports), camps, daycares, foster care agencies, and any institution that knew or should have known about the abuse.
What compensation can survivors recover?
Survivors may recover compensation for therapy and mental health treatment, medical expenses, lost wages and earning capacity, pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of quality of life. Cases involving institutional coverups may result in substantial punitive damages.
Will my identity be protected?
Yes. We prioritize your privacy and work to keep proceedings confidential. New York law allows survivors to file cases under pseudonyms in many circumstances. We handle all matters with discretion and sensitivity to protect your identity throughout the legal process.
You're Not Alone
Contact us for a confidential, free consultation. We're here to help you seek justice. Available Available 24/7.
Call (516) 384-8851