Connecticut Sexual Abuse Attorneys
Sexual Assault Lawyer in Connecticut
The emotional, mental, and physical damage caused by sexual abuse can take years to heal — in some cases, it never fully does. Moore, O’Brien & Foti provides strong advocacy for survivors, and holds every responsible party accountable.
Strong Advocacy for Survivors of Abuse
Sexual abuse is a heinous act, and its emotional, mental, and physical toll can take years to heal. In order to present the best possible case against your abuser, you need an aggressive, skilled law firm capable of taking decisive action. Moore, O’Brien & Foti is fully committed to helping survivors of sexual abuse take legal action. If you were abused as a child, or if your child has been the victim of abuse, our lawyers can help.
Our firm brings claims against every party that shares responsibility for the abuse. In many cases, abusers are allowed to continue their conduct because of the actions, or inactions, of those in authority. When an institution knew or should have known about an abuser's history and failed to remove them, that institution can be held equally liable. Every school, church, or other institution must have appropriate procedures in place to screen employees — and when they fail to follow those procedures, or don't have any in place, they can be held accountable.
We're familiar with the unique issues surrounding civil sexual abuse claims and work to help you recover maximum compensation, including the cost of past and future therapy, and damages for the emotional and physical harm you've suffered.
Connecticut Gives Survivors an Unusually Long Window to File
If You Were Under 21
Time to File Until Your 51st Birthday
Under CGS § 52-577d, survivors abused before age 21 (Connecticut's age of majority for this statute) generally have until age 51 to file, for abuse occurring on or after October 1, 2019. For abuse before that date, the deadline is generally age 48.
If There Was a Conviction
No Time Limit At All
Under CGS § 52-577e, there's no statute of limitations whatsoever on a civil claim if the perpetrator was criminally convicted of first-degree sexual assault.
Beyond the Abuser
Institutions Are Covered Too
Connecticut courts have confirmed this extended filing window applies not just to claims against the abuser, but also to negligence claims against schools, churches, or other institutions that enabled the abuse.
Contact Our Connecticut Sexual Assault Lawyers
Call (203) 586-0022 or contact us online to schedule a free, confidential consultation. Moore, O’Brien & Foti is based in Middlebury and represents survivors throughout Connecticut on a contingency basis.
Common Questions About Sexual Abuse Claims
The abuse happened decades ago. Is it too late to file a claim?
Possibly not. Connecticut's filing window for childhood sexual abuse claims is unusually long — up to age 51 for more recent abuse, age 48 for older abuse, and no time limit at all if the abuser was criminally convicted of first-degree sexual assault. Speak with an attorney to find out where your case stands.
Can I sue the school, church, or organization, not just the abuser?
Yes, if the institution knew or should have known about the abuser's history and failed to act. Connecticut courts have confirmed the same extended filing deadlines apply to these negligence claims against institutions, not just to claims against the abuser directly.
What compensation can a civil claim recover?
Compensation can include the cost of past and future therapy, along with damages for the emotional and physical harm caused by the abuse.
Do I have to have reported the abuse to police to file a civil claim?
No. A civil claim for damages is separate from any criminal case. You can pursue compensation through a civil claim whether or not the abuser was ever criminally charged, though a conviction can extend your filing deadline even further.