Sexual Abuse Lawyers — Compassionate Advocacy for Survivors

At LoVerde Law, we are dedicated to representing survivors of sexual abuse with compassion, strength, and unwavering commitment. Whether the abuse occurred in a school, religious institution, medical setting, workplace, or private environment, our firm is here to help survivors seek justice—and to hold individuals and institutions accountable for the harm they caused.

Surviving sexual abuse is a deeply personal and often lifelong journey. Taking legal action can be an important step toward healing, empowerment, and accountability. Our attorneys provide trauma-informed legal representation in civil sexual abuse cases, pursuing compensation for the pain, trauma, and life-altering effects of abuse. We handle cases involving:

• Abuse by teachers, coaches, or school personnel
• Clergy and religious institution abuse
• Sexual abuse in medical and mental health settings
• Workplace sexual assault or harassment
• Abuse in foster care or group homes
• Abuse by family members or trusted adults
• Institutional cover-ups or failure to act

Title IX is more than just an anti-discrimination law—it’s a powerful legal tool for survivors. Schools and universities are legally required to prevent and address sexual harassment and abuse. When they fail, survivors may pursue legal claims not only for personal injury but also for violations of civil rights, including:

• Sexual harassment or assault by teachers, coaches, or staff
• Inappropriate conduct or abuse by fellow students
• Failure of school officials to investigate or take action
• Retaliation against survivors who report abuse
• Deliberate indifference to reports of abuse
   

Whether the abuse was recent or occurred in the past, you may still have legal options to hold institutions accountable for their negligence and inaction. Our firm takes on a wide range of school-related sexual abuse cases, including:

• Abuse or assault by school employees or authority figures 
• Peer-to-peer harassment or assault that schools failed to prevent or address
• Negligent hiring, training, or supervision of school staff
• Claims under Title IX, state anti-discrimination laws, and civil rights statutes
• Cases involving public and private schools, universities, and boarding schools

In civil sexual abuse cases, survivors may be eligible to recover damages for:

• Emotional trauma and psychological injuries
• Pain and suffering
• Medical and therapy expenses
• Loss of quality of life
• Punitive damages, in cases of gross negligence or cover-up
   

Beyond financial recovery, these cases can expose abusers, prevent future harm, and push institutions to implement real safeguards.

We know how difficult it can be to come forward. Our legal team approaches every case with confidentiality, sensitivity, and respect. You are always in control of your story. We take the time to understand your needs, and we tailor our approach to align with your personal goals—whether that means pursuing a public lawsuit or resolving the matter discreetly.

• Experience in complex litigation, including sexual abus 
• Trusted by survivors across the country
• Trauma-informed attorneys and staff
• Collaborative partnerships with mental health professionals and victim advocates
• You pay nothing unless we win your case

Laws in many states now provide extended timelines or “lookback windows” for survivors of childhood sexual abuse to file claims—even decades after the abuse occurred. But these windows are not open forever. Contacting a lawyer as soon as possible can help preserve your rights.

If you or a loved one has survived sexual abuse, you are not alone—and you have legal options. Contact us today for a free, confidential consultation. Call 312-625-2300 or complete our secure online form. We’re here to listen, and we’re ready to fight for you.