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Rape/Sexual Assault (On Government/Private Property)
FBI research indicates that a rape occurs every 6 minutes in the United States. It is estimated that 1 out of every 3 women, 1 out of every 9 men, and 1 out of every 4 children is victimized by sexual assault. Sexual assault of any type is never the victim's fault.
Phillip H. Miller is a member of the National Crime Victim Bar Association. If you, your child, or anyone you know has been the victim of sexual assault, contact Phillip Miller and Associates as soon as possible. Phillip Miller and his law firm are uniquely qualified to help you understand your rights in this sensitive situation and get you the justice you deserve. Phillip Miller cares about you.
Places where sexual assault is most likely to occur outside the home:
- Day Care Centers.
- Elementary, Middle and High Schools.
- Churches, Religious Institutions.
- Recreational Parks.
- Youth Camps.
- College Campuses.
- Parking Lots, Cars.
- Shopping Centers, Malls, Retail Stores.
- Public Restrooms.
- Airports, Train and Bus Stations.
- Offices/Office Buildings.
- Real Estate Open Houses.
- Restaurants, Bars, Taverns, Nightclubs, Private Clubs.
- Hospitals, Doctor and Dental Offices.
- Massage Therapy Clinics.
- Apartment Complexes.
- Fitness Centers.
- Bank ATMs, Night Depositories.
- Convenience Stores.
- Cruise Ships.
- Vacation Spots, Resort Hotels.
- Motels, Hotels, Extended Stay Suites.
What is sexual assault?
Sexual assault is any unwanted sexual contact meaning the intentional touching either directly or through the clothing, of the genitalia, anus, groin, breast, inner thigh, or buttocks of any person with intent to abuse, humiliate, harass, degrade or arouse or gratify the sexual desire of any person. Any sexual attention committed by force, threats, bribes, emotional or physical manipulation, pressure, tricks, or violence. This includes rape, child molestation, incest, and sexual harassment. Sexual assault is a crime of violence, motivated by anger and the need for power over someone more vulnerable. A friend, teacher, counselor, youth minister, nurse, priest, preacher, family member, date, boyfriend, husband, neighbor, repairman, acquaintance, stranger, landlord, boss, or co-worker may sexually assault a person or child; selection is based on vulnerability not attractiveness, appearance, or behavior. Sexual assault of any type is never the victim's fault.
What should I do if I have been sexually assaulted?
If you have been sexually assaulted it is very important that you:
- Go to a safe place and contact the Police immediately. You may also need to contact someone you trust for support. You have 48 hours to report your attack and one year to file for victim's compensation.
- Seek medical attention as soon as possible. Do not wash any part of your body. Do not comb your hair. Do not change clothes. Do not change anything about where the assault scene occurred. A medical examination is important! It is essential to have a rape exam at a hospital emergency room as soon as possible after the assault.
- Following a sexual assault you may feel shock, embarrassment, shame, guilt, disbelief, anger, anxiety or nothing at all. These are all normal reactions to violent crimes. You are not at fault! Trust in your feelings and know that you have support available to you.
- You do not have to suffer in silence. Contact Phillip Miller and Associates, he is here to protect your civil rights and get you the compensation and help you deserve for medical expenses, psychological counseling, lost wages and disability. Liability not only lies with the perpetrator/assailant but also with the property owner for contributing negligence. Phillip Miller and his law firm are uniquely qualified to address the sensitivities of sexual assault cases, put him to work for you.
Notice:
The information on this Web site cannot replace the careful consideration of personal factors and changes in the law, which may apply to your legal problem. While this information may help you, do not rely on it as an answer to a legal question.