Holding Government Entities Accountable for Sexual Abuse

Sexual abuse in schools and other government-run institutions is a tragic reality that too many survivors face. If you or a loved one has been sexually abused by a teacher, school employee, or another government-affiliated individual, you have legal options. At Qureshi Law, we are committed to holding school districts and government entities accountable for their failures to protect students and other vulnerable individuals from abuse.

If you have experienced sexual abuse in a school or another government setting, contact us today at (213) 786-3478 for a confidential consultation.

Understanding Legal Claims Against Government Entities for Sexual Abuse

When sexual abuse occurs in public schools or other government institutions, survivors may have the right to file a lawsuit against the responsible parties. Our firm has handled cases against government entities where school districts failed to protect students from known predators, allowed abusive employees to continue working, or covered up allegations of sexual misconduct.

In these cases, survivors may be able to bring legal claims such as:

  • Sexual Battery & Sexual Assault – Holding the abuser personally accountable for their actions.

  • Negligence – Suing the school district or government entity for failing to prevent the abuse.

  • Negligent Supervision & Hiring – When schools allow abusers to work with students despite red flags.

  • Failure to Warn, Train, or Educate – Schools are required to take reasonable steps to prevent sexual abuse.

  • Civil Rights Violations (42 U.S.C. § 1983 & Title IX) – Schools can be held liable for failing to protect students from sexual abuse and harassment.

If a government entity ignored warning signs, failed to investigate reports of misconduct, or allowed a predator to remain in a position of power, they can and should be held accountable.

You Are Not Alone – We Can Help

At Qureshi Law, we specialize in representing survivors of sexual abuse and fighting against the institutions that enabled these crimes. We understand how difficult it is to come forward, and we offer compassionate, confidential, and aggressive legal representation to help survivors seek justice.

If you or a loved one has been the victim of sexual abuse in a school or other government-run institution, we encourage you to take the first step. Call us at (213) 786-3478 for a free, confidential consultation. You deserve justice, and we are here to help you fight for it.