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Civil Claims for Sexual Assault, Battery and Child Sexual Abuse

Civil Claims for Sexual Assault, Battery and Child Sexual Abuse

If you or someone you know has experienced historical abuse, it is important to seek legal advice and support. Our law firm has experience in handling such cases and we can help guide you through the legal process, ensure that you understand your rights, and provide you with the support you need to seek justice.


Don’t hesitate to contact us today, our lawyers are here to help and support you. Our expert lawyers can assist you in receiving the compensation that you deserve.

Our lawyers have experience representing clients for claims against religious and other institutions.  This includes bodies such as:

  • the Catholic Church,
  • Commonwealth and State-run institutions including juvenile justice facilities and private bodies including private schools.

We are able to offer no-win, no-fee claims for these bodies in certain circumstances. This means that you don’t have to pay legal costs until you receive compensation.

Our lawyers are trauma-informed, so they know how to deal with those who have experienced this sort of abuse as a child.

40 years after abuse endured, Victim successfully claims monetary compensation

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Historical child sexual assault claim while in religious institution

While in the care of a religious institution, Martin was physically, sexually and emotionally abused multiple times. We were able to represent Martin and achieved a large amount of compensation to assist in his recovery.
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Successful claim for assault and battery

MAD v Commonwealth of Australia - Successful claim for assault and battery MAD was a junior apprentice in the Australian Army during the 1970s. He was only 16 years of age. During the course of the Plaintiff’s employment within the army, MAD suffered numerous instances of child sexual abuse by senior apprentices, staff and officers who operated the Army Apprentice School. MAD suffered from child physical abuse at the hands of his senior colleagues on many occasions. We commenced civil action against the Commonwealth of Australia for assault and battery committed by other army personnel. The matter reached settlement via mediation and MAD received significant compensation.
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Client sues supermarket for false imprisonment

EA v Commercial Supermarket – Client sues supermarket for false imprisonment EA was shopping for groceries at the supermarket where he taste tested some grapes. After paying for his groceries a security guard accused him of being a ‘thief’ before arresting and imprisoning him. We assisted EA in suing the supermarket for false imprisonment. The matter being settled outside of court with a monetary sum being paid to EA.
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Client abused while in the care of the State of NSW

Historical abuse claim included compensation for economic loss, personal injury, general damages, aggravated damages and exemplary damages
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Educational institution mishandles sexual harassment allegations

Student suffers sexual harassment and our lawyers claim for sexual harassment and vicarious liability against the educational institution. 
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Successful Outcome For Client Who Filed A Civil Claim For Child Physical And Sexual Abuse ​

John* filed a claim against the State of New South Wales. John was seeking compensation for physical and sexual abuse he was subjected to by employees in two State-run institutions, when he was a child.
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Historical Child Sexual Abuse
at Army Training School

Paul* filed a claim and sought compensation for the physical and sexual abuse he was subjected to by senior apprentices at an army training school.
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Successful Claim for Terminally Ill Client who was Abused by Father whilst in Care

Anne* suffered repeated sexual abuse by her father while she was in the care of the State of Victoria. As a result, Anne decided to sue Victorian Government to get compensation. The case was characterised as the worst sexual abuse of the Royal Commission into Institutional Abuse.
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Client Sexually Abused By Guards At Youth Detention Centre Wins Case Against State

This case involved serious allegations of a pattern of systemic physical, psychological, and sexual abuse perpetrated on a young detainee at a youth detention centre. The abuse continued for years and followed our client in adult prison.
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Helplines and Support Services:

  • 1800 RESPECT (Australia’s national sexual assault, domestic violence and family violence counselling service): 1800 737 732
  • NSW Rape Crisis Centre – 1800 424 017 (24/7 telephone and online counselling for anyone impacted by sexual violence)
  • Sexual Assault Counselling Australia – 1800 211 028 (24/7 telephone and online counselling for anyone impacted by sexual violence)
  • Blue Knot Foundation – 1300 657 380 (counselling and support for adult survivors of childhood trauma, including sexual abuse)
  • Child Protection Helpline – 132 111 (24/7 helpline for reporting concerns about child abuse or neglect)
  • Bravehearts – 1800 272 831 (counselling and support for children, young people, and adult survivors of child sexual assault)
  • Kids Helpline – 1800 55 1800 (24/7 free, confidential counselling for children and young people up to 25 years old)
  • Rape and Domestic Violence Services Australia – 1800 211 838 (24/7 telephone and online counselling for anyone impacted by sexual or domestic violence)
  • Living Well – 1800 877 924 (counselling and support for men who have experienced sexual abuse or sexual assault at any time in their lives)

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