Legal Resources for Victims and Consumers

Attorney at Law Magazine provides specific legal resources for victims and consumers with information and an option to connect with a lawyer who can help with the claim or issue. 

Immigration

A Guide to U.S. Visas with information and requirements for various family-based, individual-based and business-based visas.

Making a Hurricane Ian Claim

Hurrican Damage

Review valuable insights into Hurricane Damage Insurance Claims with an option to connect directly to a lawyer.

Sexual Abuse

Below are various resources for victims of sexual abuse along with options to connect with a lawyer to seek justice. 

Charles H. Hickey School Resource

The staff at Charles H. Hickey School (commonly called the Hickey School) performed and perpetuated heinous acts of child abuse for the decades in which the facility was operating as a juvenile detention center. Dozens of victims have taken legal action against the Maryland Department of Juvenile Services, and MD recently passed legislation that now allows victims from past decades to get compensation for their abuse. 

MacLaren Hall Resource

Tragically, MacLaren Hall (now referred to as the MacLaren Hall Children’s Center) in Los Angeles County let systemic abuse take place for decades in what was supposed to be a safe living space for children without homes. If you personally spent time living at MacLaren Hall and are wondering if and how you can get justice, follow along for a deeper dive into how victims have received compensation from LA County since the passage of California’s Child Victims Act.

Backbone Mount Youth Center Resource

Tragically, Backbone youth center in Western Maryland was reported to have the highest sex abuse rates in the entirety of the United States and allowed for systemic sexual abuse against children to occur for decades. If you or a loved one were victims of sexual abuse at BMYC, you’re not alone. Lawsuits are being filed to get victims justice against their abusers and a facility that allowed sexual predators to abuse minors under their watch.

Vermont Sex Abuse Victim Resource

Today, with some of the most progressive laws on the books, Vermont is making it possible for child sex abuse survivors to seek justice through civil lawsuits no matter when their abuse occurred. Vermont made history as the first state to pass a law of this nature, removing that statute of limitations in 2019.

Illinois Sex Abuse Victim Resource

Illinois is among the most progressive states when it comes to sex abuse legislation and the actions that victims are allowed to take to seek justice. In this guide, you’ll come to understand the laws that protect sexual assault victims in Illinois and the steps that can be taken in civil court to get you the financial compensation and justice you deserve.

New York Sex Abuse Victim Resource

While the statute of limitations for clergy abuse or sexual assault may prevent your abuser from facing prison time (depending on when the abuse occurred), New York has among the most progressive laws for pursuing abusers with civil lawsuits, which commonly result in multimillion-dollar payouts. This comprehensive resource is your all-encompassing guide to understanding the New York protections for victims of sexual assault.

California Sex Abuse Victim Resource

With the passage of laws in California that grant sexual abuse victims extended timeframes and rights to take action against abusers, it is unsurprising that landmark settlements for sex abuse victims have transpired in recent years. Follow along in this comprehensive guide about California’s legal statutes for abuse victims, what to look for in a California sexual abuse attorney, and a look into the step-by-step processes for receiving compensation from a civil lawsuit.

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Mass Torts

Lung Cancer Lawsuit Resource

In this guide, you’ll come to recognize who’s qualified to pursue a civil lawsuit as a result of getting diagnosed with cancer. Suppose you or a family member developed lung cancer as a result of occupational exposure to harmful substances, environmental pollutants, and/or unsafe working conditions in industries like construction. In that case, you may be eligible to file a legal claim. 

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