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The attorneys at Melrose, Seago & Lay have expertise and experience representing the victims of crimes in civil lawsuits to recover damages.   We have successfully represented victims of child abuse, rape, sexual assault, physical assaults, drunk driving, and other criminal misconduct.   The loved ones of family members who have been killed also have the right to file claims for the wrongful death of the victim.

When a child is abused and victimized by a perpetrator, law enforcement and the District Attorney will prosecute the Defendant for his crimes.   What is often missed or neglected is aggressive representation of the victim against the offender in a civil claim for the harm that has been caused.  This can include physical injuries, medical expenses, pain, suffering, therapy and counseling, and permanent injury.   Often offenders do not receive the punishment they deserve in criminal court.  Our attorneys can fight to make sure that the Defendant is punished financially for all the harm that has been caused.  These cases often include a claim for punitive damages to financially punish the Defendant and to make an example of him and his misconduct.

Child abuse and sexual assault cases require sensitivity and understanding to make sure that a civil claim for compensation does not create any new harm to the victim.   Our lawyers make sure that everyone involved remembers that the victim deserves to be treated with respect and dignity and that the system should provide relief for all the child or adult victim’s injuries and suffering.