For survivors of sexual assault in New York who were under 18, and before the Child Victims Act (CVA) was passed on January 28, 2019, the statute of limitations expires when they turn 23. If the abuse or assault happened after the CVA was passed, the survivor has until they are 55 to file a claim.
For adult survivors, the statute of limitations in New York is generally three years. However, legislation passed in 2019 allows most adult survivors of sexual abuse and assault a 20-year statute of limitations.
For survivors whose abuse occurred in New York City, the Victims of Gender-Motivated Violence Protection Law (GMVPL), may be a path to file a civil claim with a lifted statute of limitations. This lookback window mirrors the Adault Survivor Act and is set to expire on March 1, 2025. The GMVPL is “a Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to creating a two-year look-back window to the gender-motivated violence act, and extending its statute of limitations.”
Our firm filed numerous civil claims under the Adult Survivors Act and we encourage victims of abuse in NYC to discuss their case with our skilled team. We pride ourselves on the individualized attention that is given to each case. Civil sexual abuse cases are handled by our internationally recognized partner, Thomas P. Giuffra, who has represented clients in high-profile cases such as those against Harvey Weinstein. Attorney Giuffra is currently investigating cases against Sean “P. Diddy” Combs.
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Sexual assault survivors in New York may be eligible to receive economic and non-economic damages. Examples of these types of damages that are commonly pursued include the following:
If you are a survivor of a sexual assault, then you have likely sustained significant physical, emotional, and financial trauma. While the legal system cannot undo what happened, it can help you achieve justice in the form of monetary compensation and hold your abuser accountable. This may provide peace of mind, some semblance of closure, and a genuine opportunity to rebuild your life.
Our New York sexual abuse and assault attorneys at Rheingold Giuffra Ruffo Plotkin & Hellman, LLP suggest that you consult with an experienced lawyer as soon as possible to learn about your legal rights and whether or not you are eligible to file a claim.
Our New York sexual abuse lawyers have been fighting for justice on behalf of injured victims for more than half a century. We have recovered over $2 billion in jury verdicts and settlements on behalf of our clients.
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