If you or someone you love was sexually assaulted while participating in Boy Scouts of America in Illinois, the attorneys at the Mahoney Law Firm can guide you through the process of seeking justice with personalized legal services and the utmost care. We are passionate about advocating for the rights of sexual assault and abuse survivors in Illinois. We are ready to fight for you.
What Makes Us the Right Choice for Your Case?
- Clients choose us when results matter most. We have almost two decades of experience and have collected over $100 million in verdicts and settlements for our clients.Â
- Founding attorney Ryan J. Mahoney has a reputation for obtaining outstanding results in sexual assault, abuse and harassment cases in Illinois, including many high-profile cases.
- We always put our clients first. We will do everything we can to make sure your needs are met during this difficult time. We can keep your identity anonymous, if desired.
How a Boy Scouts Sexual Assault Attorney in Illinois Can Help
A sexual assault claim against the Boy Scouts of America involves many complex laws and legal processes. You will be up against a powerful adversary; Boy Scouts is one of the largest youth organizations in the country. They have legal resources and attorneys available to help them dispute claims.Â
The best way to protect yourself and your rights is to hire a skilled attorney to represent you. A sexual assault lawyer in Illinois will provide detailed explanations of sexual assault and abuse laws, as well as personalize a legal strategy for your specific case and needs.
You can count on your attorney to collect evidence to support your sexual assault case, identify the defendant(s) or at-fault parties, search for all available outlets for compensation, negotiate a fair settlement, or take your case to court for a positive resolution, if necessary – all while you focus on healing.
Boy Scouts Sexual Assault Is a Criminal and Civil Wrongdoing
The criminal definition of sexual assault in Illinois is an act of sexual penetration through the use or threat of force, without the victim’s knowing consent, between two family members if the victim is under the age of 18, or between someone 17 or older in a position of trust over a victim who is 13 to 17 years old.
Sexual assault can refer to inappropriate or nonconsensual touching of a victim’s private parts, child molestation, forced oral copulation, rape, statutory rape and attempted rape. In the State of Illinois, sexual assault is classified as both a crime and a civil tort or wrongdoing. This means a survivor can pursue justice through both the criminal and civil court systems
A criminal case against a Boy Scouts leader or another perpetrator could lead to a conviction, with penalties such as jail time and mandatory Sex Offender Database registration. Meanwhile, a civil case can hold the individual perpetrator (as well as Boy Scouts of America as an institution) accountable for the losses and harm suffered by the victim.
Justice and Financial Compensation Are Available to Survivors of Boy Scouts Sexual Assault
If you are an adult survivor of child sexual assault or your child was recently sexually abused while participating in an Illinois Boy Scouts troop, you have the right to seek justice by bringing a personal injury lawsuit against one or more parties. A successful claim could lead to financial compensation for your related medical expenses, therapy bills, medications, pain and suffering, psychological trauma, lost wages, and more.
Contact Our Experienced Illinois Boy Scouts Sexual Assault Lawyer Today
There is no statute of limitations on personal injury cases based on childhood sexual assault or abuse in Illinois. This means you can pursue a claim for Boy Scouts sexual assault any amount of time after the incident occurred. However, prompt legal action is best for building a strong claim. We encourage you to come forward and tell your story as soon as you feel ready.
At the Mahoney Law Firm, we can carefully evaluate your sexual assault case during a free and completely confidential consultation. Then, we can offer legal advice and guidance about your rights and options for moving forward. Call us today at (618) 717-4115 or send us a message and we will get back to you right away.
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