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Are you seeking compensation for sexual abuse?
Have you been sexually assaulted?
Are you looking for a lawyer to support you with a sexual abuse case?
Have you, or has someone you love, been the victim of child sexual abuse?
Were you sexually abused at the hands of a person or institution you thought you could trust?
Has your experience of child abuse damaged your quality of life?
Sexual assault is a traumatic and life-changing experience. The psychological scars can be persistent and extremely difficult to face. We understand that it can be challenging for victims of sexual assault to take the steps towards seeking legal support and financial compensation. We know that compensation cannot take away the distress, but we also know that it allows victims the opportunity to seek medical services and psychological support, to recover lost income and cover living expenses, and to take important steps towards ensuring safety. Furthermore, a sexual assault compensation payment can be a recognition of the trauma suffered.
For these reasons, our lawyers are here to offer a compassionate and thoughtful service. We are highly-dedicated to supporting victims of crime, including sexual assault and institutional child sexual abuse. With expertise and commitment, we will work towards achieving the outcome you deserve.
We are here to offer a compassionate helping hand, so that you can move towards brighter future
Wyatts Compensation Lawyers is one of Sydney’s most experienced personal injury and compensation legal firms. Our highly-qualified and dedicated team has more than 150 years of combined experience – so you know that you will have the best people by your side. Our Directors – Julie Wyatt and Neville Wyatt – have extensive experience in Compensation and Personal Injury Law, and both have a highly-respected record within the legal service.
At Wyatts, our commitment is to offer every client a comprehensive, personalised and attentive service. We understand that you are more than a “case number” and we will treat you with the dignity and respect you deserve.
We Listen Because We Care
Sexual assault can be committed by a stranger, spouse, de facto partner, or boyfriend or girlfriend. Sexual assault can also occur within an institutional setting, including but not limited to, churches, schools, universities, sporting clubs, dance schools, child-care facilities, aged-care facilities, psychiatric hospitals, and within Government-run institutions.
It does not matter where, when, or in what circumstance the sexual abuse occurred, you are entitled to seek justice, support and financial compensation for your suffering.
Wyatts Compensation Lawyers are here to listen to your story, and you are welcome to speak to one of our lawyers in person or over the phone.
Our resolve is to support you in your journey, and to ensure that you are treated with the utmost respect and dignity.
Wyatts Compensation Lawyers offer:
If you are looking for a sexual assault lawyer to provide you with a compassionate, comprehensive and personalised service, please call Wyatts today on 1800 773 880 or contact us using our online form.
Sexual assault is any unwanted, uninvited, coercive or forced sexual act that occurs against your will. In other words, it is any sexual behaviour that is forced upon you without your consent – without you freely agreeing to participate in the sexual activity and/or without you understanding what is involved in the act. Consent cannot be given if you are intoxicated, asleep or unconscious. It can also not be given if someone uses their physical strength, age, size, or position of power or trust to force or coerce you into a sexual behaviour.
Sexual assault or abuse is a criminal offense that can be committed by anyone, including a stranger, friend, acquaintance, family member, intimate partner, work colleague, employer, carer, clergy member, teacher, or medical professional. Sexual assault or sexual abuse can range from sexual touching, through to forceful or violent conduct and rape.
If you have been the victim of sexual assault, you have a right to seek justice, and to have access to legal support and compensation.
In New South Wales, sexual assault claims can be made under the NSW Government’s Victims’ Support Scheme. While victims of sexual abuse are entitled to claim compensation under this scheme, it is helpful to have an experienced lawyer by your side. A competent lawyer will have a great deal of knowledge about the rights of victims, and can explain these rights to you. They can provide you with comprehensive advice on seeking compensation, appearing in court, and lodging complaints, dispute and appeals. Importantly, a lawyer should listen carefully and compassionately to your story, advocate for you and direct you to services that can provide you with additional support.
Our legal team will support you through the challenging process of seeking compensation. We will listen and respond to your situation with compassion, dedication and care.
Compensation for sexually abused victims under the victims’ support scheme covers:
For a comprehensive and compassionate service, contact Wyatts today. We are committed to achieving the best possible outcome for you.
Under the NSW Government’s Victims’ Support Scheme, you are eligible to receive:
Wyatts Compensation Lawyers can provide you with legal advice and assistance when you are submitting your claim. Importantly, they can assess your case and advise as to whether you are eligible for additional compensation through an alternative scheme. They can also advise as to whether civil litigation should be sought through the court system.
Child sexual abuse compensation claims can be made by any person who has experienced sexual abuse when they were under 18 years of age, and while in an institutional setting – regardless of when the abuse occurred.
An institution is any public or private agency, association, club or organisation that provides, or has provided, activities, facilities, programs or services of any kind that allows adults to have contact with children. Child sexual abuse in an institutional setting can happen either on the premises of an institution, or where the activities of an institution take place.
If you or a loved-one has experienced child sexual abuse, Wyatts Compensation Lawyers are here to help. We understand that taking the first steps towards compensation can be challenging, so we offer our legal services with compassion and sensitivity. Please contact us today to speak with one of our lawyers. We will listen with compassion, care and sensitivity.
Sexual Assault
As part of the Victims’ Support Scheme, victims of sexual assault can apply for compensation. However, there are time limits in place for accessing particular forms of financial assistance. For example, if the victim is an adult, claims for financial assistance for economic loss must be made within 2 years of the incident. However, if the victim was a child (under 18 years of age), there are no time limits imposed. Given that different time limits apply for different forms of assistance, it is important that you act as soon as possible. The team at Wyatts can help you understand your rights as a victim, and can provide expert, personalised, and compassionate legal support.
Institutional Child Sex Abuse
As part of the NSW Government’s response to the Royal Commission into Institutional Responses to Child Sexual Abuse, time limits for civil claims have been removed. This change to the law was brought into effect under the Limitation Amendment (Child Abuse) Act 2016. This means that you can pursue a compensation claim no matter how long ago the abuse occurred.
Our team of lawyers understands that talking about child sexual abuse and sexual assault can be difficult, and it takes great courage to speak-up. We will listen to you with compassion and sensitivity, and will support you in your journey. Please contact us today to take the first step towards claiming compensation.
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Seeking compensation for sexual assault can be overwhelming at a time when you are at your most vulnerable. Our specialised team of compensation lawyers have the depth of care, knowledge and expertise to assist you in making a sexual assault claim. Our compensation lawyers also have the determination and skill to represent you during litigation in court. Our resolve is to secure your future by obtaining the best possible outcome.
Wyatts Compensation Lawyers have four offices conveniently located in the Sydney CBD, Parramatta, Liverpool and Rockdale. Call Wyatts today on 1800 773 880 or contact us via our online form for an attentive and personalised service. Remember to ask for more information about our No Win, No Fee policy.