California Rape Lawyer
Rape is one of the most traumatic and horrific events that an individual can endure. Without warning, they are set upon and forced to engage in sexual acts without their consent. The experience leaves survivors struggling with multiple physical and emotional wounds that can haunt them for the rest of their lives. Our California sex crime attorneys are here to help you and are ready to fight for you.
Why Trust Manly, Stewart & Finaldi With Your Rape Claim?
Why Choose One Of Our California Rape Lawyers
- We prioritize client safety and confidentiality. Our attorneys care about your concerns and can keep your identity anonymous if desired.
- We will always keep you informed. You will receive your lawyer’s personal cell number and be a part of each key decision in your case.
- We push for institutional change. Our top priority is the client, but we are also passionate about leading the nation in the legal battle against brutal sex crimes.
- We have 20-plus years of practice area experience. Our law firm exclusively handles cases in California involving sexual assault, harassment and sex crimes.
What Our Client Had To Say
Meet Audry Nafziger. This is her story and her experience seeking justice with Manly, Stewart & Finaldi.
What Is Considered Rape?
Under Section 261 of the California Penal Code, rape is defined as “engaging in sexual intercourse with another person against their will or without the person’s consent.”
Intercourse can be considered rape if the act is accomplished by a variety of factors including force, threats of force, coercion, violence, or fraud, or when the person is too intoxicated to resist, is mentally or physically handicapped, or has been rendered unconscious.
If you are a rape survivor, immediately contact our California rape attorney to obtain seasoned legal support. We are passionate about obtaining justice for those who have been sexually assaulted and will work tirelessly on your behalf.
We will relentlessly pursue your case in order to give it the best chance possible for success. Talk to our praised and experienced lawyers at Manly, Stewart & Finaldi today, and we can help you with your case immediately.
What Is the First Step?
The first step you should take when considering a civil claim for your rape is contacting a California rape attorney from Manly, Stewart & Finaldi. You do not need to do anything before calling us. We can take over your claim as-is, no matter what stage of the litigation process you are in.
Our California sexual abuse lawyers will immediately go to work on your case, offering you advice such as how to report a rape to the police and where to receive prompt medical attention. We can help you feel safe, secure and heard during this terrible time.
If it has been weeks or months since the sex crime against you, try to collect some information about the rape before giving us a call. You will need to answer general questions about your case during your free initial consultation, such as whether you know the identity of the perpetrator, where the rape occurred, who else was there, what you remember and how long ago it happened.
If you went to a hospital directly after the rape for a forensic exam, we would also like to see your medical records if possible. If not, do not worry. We can review your case and give you sound legal counsel regardless of your situation.
What About My Privacy of Information?
At Manly, Stewart & Finaldi, we understand the importance of feeling comfortable and protected during this difficult and vulnerable time. We will make your privacy our top priority. We carefully protect each client’s identity by maintaining the highest standards of confidentiality.
We can make your case 100% confidential, even if it goes to trial, by petitioning the courts to allow you to use a pseudonym. We can also help you with private relocation and other services you may need after the conclusion of your case. Our California rape attorneys will always put your needs above theirs.
Who Could Be Held Responsible?
As a rape survivor, you have legal options in the civil courts. Holding someone responsible for the atrocious crime in a civil courtroom can lead to financial compensation for your economic and noneconomic damages. This could help you move on by paying for things such as psychological therapy, anti-depression medications and safe relocation.
A successful case could also hold the perpetrator or other parties accountable for what happened to you. File a civil claim against the appropriate party or parties with our assistance.
- The rapist or sex offender
- A company or employer
- A school or university
- A church or religious establishment
- An organization such as the Boy Scouts of America
- A property owner
- A government entity
Establishments are more likely to be able to furnish a survivor with compensation than individual assailants. Furthermore, holding an institution accountable for rape, such as a school or church, could push for changes on a larger level. If your child suffered at the hands of any of these parties contact our California statutory rape lawyer.
The courts may punish the institution for negligently allowing or enabling the rape to occur with fines or punitive damages. After losing a lawsuit, the institution may work harder to prevent similar crimes from occurring in the future. Coming forward with your story and case could save others from suffering the same fate.
Contact Our California Rape Attorney for a Free Consultation
California law lays out strict penalties for those who commit rape, including up to eight years in prison, as much as $10,000 in fines and having to register as a sex offender for the rest of their life.
Rape survivors can suffer from nightmares for years after the attack, as well as having to fight anxiety, insomnia, depression and other serious conditions. They may also require ongoing medical attention to address any wounds suffered as a result of the attack. A civil lawsuit can be filed against the rapist to seek compensation for damages.
While we can’t take away the pain and fear that that attack caused, we can provide you with a sense of closure by helping seek justice in civil court. A claim for compensation for damages should be filed against all responsible parties.
Contact us today. Reach out to our California rape lawyer to retain experienced legal support and learn how to pursue legal action against the one who attacked you.