Child Sexual Abuse at a San Antonio Daycare

According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, out of 5,321 cases of child abuse in daycares reported by 39 states, 21.9% were cases of sexual abuse. This is an alarming statistic for parents who employ a daycare to look after their child. If you reside in San Antonio Tx and suspect your child has fallen victim of abuse in a daycare, a personal injury attorney can advise you about your legal options moving forward.

Parents of child sexual abuse victims will usually decide to pursue a criminal case against the perpetrator, and our Texas personal injury lawyers at Carabin Shaw can help. Our attorneys will passionately pursue a case against both the abuser and the negligent daycare facility to ensure that your child gets the justice they deserve.

Child sexual abuse refers to any interaction between a child and an adult (sometimes another child) in which a child is used to bring sexual stimulation to the abuser. The following all constitute sexual abuse:

• Inappropriate touching of genitals (molestation)
• Kissing to initiate sex
• Exposure of genitals (by adult) to a child
• Taking pornographic photos of a child
• Statutory rape

If you suspect that your child may have experienced any of these actions, contacting a San Antonio child sexual abuse lawyer should be the next step in this very difficult process. One of our specialized attorneys will listen with compassion and discuss the pursuit of a possible lawsuit with you.

Unlike adults, children may not always be able to verbalize the abuse because sometimes they may not necessarily know that certain sexual actions are wrong. Visible signs of sexual abuse in children include:

• Withdrawn behavior
• Fear of being dropped off at the daycare
• Avoidance of a certain person (for no “apparent” reason)
• Bloody, torn, or stained underwear
• Bruising, bleeding, or itching around the genitals
• Difficulty sitting due to discomfort or pain
• Advanced knowledge of sexual actions or language

Physical evidence of sexual abuse should be reported to the police immediately and medical attention should be provided for the child. For non-physical signs, remember that as a parent, you know your child best. Providing a loving and comfortable environment for your child may help them articulate their feelings and fears.

Unfortunately, child sexual abuse leaves long-lasting scars, both physically and emotionally. Children who become abuse survivors are at risk for mental health illnesses. Sexual abuse survivors are four times more likely to suffer from PTSD, anxiety, depression and other emotional stress due to the trauma they experienced.

Victims of child sexual abuse at a San Antonio daycare deserve compensation for emotional damages. An expert lawyer will diligently work with the parents of victims to seek reparations for physical and psychological stress.

Both parents and a survivor of child sexual abuse can file a civil lawsuit for personal injuries in the state of Texas against the abuser as well as a daycare facility. A survivor, according to Texas law, may file a civil lawsuit up to 30 years after their 18th birthday.

A sexual assault attorney serving San Antonio Texas can file a lawsuit for monetary restitution for loss wages, medical bills, therapy, as well as paining and suffering.

Filing a civil lawsuit against the perpetrator as well as the negligent daycare can be an emotionally daunting task for the child as well as the child’s parents. If the daycare failed to take action against the sexual abuse, though, they should be held accountable. Victims often seek monetary compensation for emotional suffering and potential mental healthcare needs in the future.

Contact our team of Texas personal injury lawyers at Carabin Shaw if you suspect your child has been touched inappropriately, or worse, at a daycare facility. We can help.

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