Legal Question in Civil Litigation in Illinois
My daughter was sexually abused by a teacher and the case is still ongoing. She has been hospitalized for mental reasons and suicidal thoughts. Do I have the right to sue the suspect for mental damages? I've been told that it would be costly and not worth my time.
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It will be costly because you will have to pay for attorney fees. I am not sure many attorneys will take on this case on a contingency basis, since, the teacher 1) probably does not have an estate worth much and 2) his bankruptcy will, in a blink of an eye, discharge it any and all judgments you may get against him. So, either way, not many attorneys will want to invest in such a situation.
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How horrible! It is literally impossible to get past a betrayal in someone you trust with the safety of your child. Your family deserves justice and you should continue to be diligent in trying to find a lawyer. I have handled similar cases in Illinois regarding the clergy, a lawyer and a counselor and am positive that someone will be willing to take on your case. You not only have a case against the teacher, but based on my years of experience, you probably have a case against the school and school system. Most attorneys who handle these cases, do so on a no recovery-no fee basis. I know that is how I have been hired in these kinds of cases. If I can assist you, or help you find a local attorney please feel free to contact me.
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