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Southlake Lawyer Combatting Sexual Abuse

Instances of sexual abuse are tremendously frightening for both victims and their parents. In some cases, victims of child sexual abuse will repress memories of the tragic event, and these memories can resurface years later to cause pain and anguish for years to come. If you or someone you love has been victimized by sexual abuse, make sure you work with an experienced and compassionate lawyer.

McElyea Law in Southlake, Texas, provides legal guidance to victims of sexual abuse throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Attorney Tom McElyea has handled many claims of this kind, and he has amassed a track record of successful verdicts and settlements in sexual abuse cases. He also understands the emotional challenges you are facing, and he will help you remain anonymous and walk you through every step of the legal process as he fights for your rights aggressively.

Sexual Abuse Can Take Many Forms

Sadly, sexual abuse often occurs to those most vulnerable, and at the hands of people they trust most, including:

Although nothing can reverse the injustices you have suffered, working with the right attorney can provide you with much needed compensation and a measure of justice against the person who committed these terrible tragedies.

Do Not Delay, The Statute Of Limitations Is Running

The statute of limitations in Texas for victims of sexual abuse is two years. However, if the abused victim was a minor at the time the abuse occurred, the statute of limitations does not begin to run until he or she turns 18.

It is critical to contact a lawyer right away to get your case filed. Even if you believe the statute of limitations has passed in your case, there may be exceptions and other options that could allow you to bring a claim.

If you wish to speak to an experienced sex abuse lawyer, contact McElyea Law today. Not only will attorney Tom McElyea handle your case with sound judgment and compassion but he will work tirelessly to help you obtain justice and compensation.

Call 817-754-1570 or reach out to us online. We serve clients throughout Tarrant County, including those living in Southlake, Arlington, Colleyville and the Dallas-Fort Worth area. McElyea Law offers free initial consultations in many cases.