Sexual Assault
College Students Have Rights When They Have Been Sexually Assaulted
College is intended to be a place where students gain knowledge and forge social connections. However, it unfortunately is also a setting where incidents of sexual assaults are prevalent. Despite its purpose as a platform for education and friendship, the reality is that college campuses are too often sites of sexual assaults. The first months…
Read MoreKentucky’s Statutes of Limitations for Sexual Assault and Child Sexual Abuse
In recent years, Kentucky has taken steps to strengthen its sexual assault laws and support survivors of sexual assaults. Legislative changes have included extending the statute of limitations for reporting sexual assault crimes and allowing survivors more time to come forward to seek justice. The state has also worked to improve the resources available to…
Read MoreSexual Abuse at Long-Term Care Facilities
Long-term care facilities, including nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and group homes, are meant to provide a safe and supportive environment for elderly and vulnerable individuals who require ongoing care. However, disturbingly, instances of abuse and neglect within these facilities have become a growing concern. In 2021, a judge approved a $15 million settlement in…
Read MoreResources and Civil Remedies for Louisville Sexual Assault
Sexual assault can have a devastating impact on survivors. For many, the emotional trauma of an attack can last a lifetime, even if the physical trauma heals. We want you to know that you are not alone, and you are not to blame. If you have been a victim of a sexual assault, rape, or…
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