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What happened to you was not your fault. You deserve to be believed, supported, and treated with the respect and dignity you’ve always deserved. At Wooldridge Law Injury Lawyers, we understand the courage it takes to reach out for help, and we want you to know that you’re not alone.

We believe survivors, and we’re here to stand with you every step of the way—on your timeline, with complete confidentiality and zero judgment. Whether you’re ready to take legal action now or you just need someone to talk to about your options, we’re here to listen, support you, and help you understand your rights. You get to decide what happens next, and we’ll be right beside you however you choose to move forward.

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You Are Not Alone – Support Is Available Right Now

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Before we talk about legal options, we want you to know that support is available right now. Reaching out for help doesn’t obligate you to do anything—these resources are here for you, on your terms.

If you are in immediate danger, please call 911.

National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)
24/7 confidential support. You can call anonymously, and no one will pressure you to do anything.

SafeNest Las Vegas Crisis Hotline: (702) 646-4981
Local 24/7 support for Las Vegas survivors. Confidential counseling and safety resources.

RAINN Online Chat: rainn.org
Prefer typing to talking? Anonymous 24/7 chat support is available.

Medical Care
You can seek medical attention without filing a police report. Your health comes first, and getting care doesn’t commit you to any legal action.

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Who Can Be Held Accountable in a Sexual Assault Case?

Sexual assault cases often involve more than just the person who hurt you. At Wooldridge Law Injury Lawyers, our Las Vegas sexual assault attorneys investigate thoroughly to find everyone who should be held responsible for what happened. Nevada law allows us to pursue compensation from multiple parties whose negligence contributed to your assault. Here are the parties we may hold accountable in your sexual assault claim:

The Perpetrator

The person who assaulted you is directly responsible for their actions. We work to prove what they did and hold them accountable through a civil lawsuit in Nevada courts. This means they must pay financial compensation for the harm they caused you—including medical bills, therapy costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Even if criminal charges weren’t filed or didn’t result in conviction, you can still pursue a civil claim against your attacker.

Employers

If you were assaulted by a coworker, supervisor, or employee at work, the company may be responsible under Nevada employment law. This happens when Las Vegas employers don’t conduct proper background checks, ignore previous complaints about dangerous employees, fail to investigate harassment reports, or don’t maintain adequate workplace safety. We investigate whether the company knew or should have known about the risk and failed to protect you. Many sexual assault cases in Las Vegas involve employer negligence.

Property Owners

Hotels, apartment complexes, casinos, parking garages, and other Las Vegas property owners have a legal duty to keep you safe. If your assault happened because of broken locks, poorly lit parking areas, no security cameras, missing security guards, or other known safety failures, the property owner can be held liable under Nevada premises liability law. We examine whether they ignored dangerous conditions or prior incidents on the property that should have warned them to increase security.

Bars, Nightclubs, and Entertainment Venues

Las Vegas bars, nightclubs, casinos, and entertainment venues must protect their customers from sexual assault. If staff saw someone drugging drinks and did nothing, if bouncers allowed a predator to leave with a visibly intoxicated person, if there was inadequate security despite known risks, or if they overserved alcohol to someone who then committed assault, the establishment can be held responsible. Nevada dram shop and premises liability laws give sexual assault survivors the right to sue negligent venues.Retry

Institutions

Schools, universities, hospitals, nursing homes, churches, and other Nevada institutions have a heightened duty to protect vulnerable people in their care. When they ignore warning signs about predatory staff members, cover up past sexual assault incidents, fail to conduct background checks, or don’t supervise properly, we hold them accountable for enabling the assault to happen. Many Las Vegas sexual assault cases involve institutional failures that allowed abuse to continue.

Third-Party Security Companies

Security companies hired to protect Las Vegas properties, events, or venues must fulfill their contracted duties properly. If security guards failed to patrol dangerous areas, ignored warning signs or complaints, weren’t properly trained, or abandoned their posts, the security company can be sued for negligence that allowed your assault to occur. We review security contracts and protocols to prove they failed to meet their responsibilities.

What Should I Do Right Now After Sexual Assault?

You may be feeling shocked, confused, or overwhelmed right now. These feelings are completely normal. Here are some steps that can help protect your health, safety, and legal options. Do what feels right for YOU—these are suggestions to help you, not requirements.

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Step 1: Get to a Safe Place

First, make sure you're safe. If you're still near the person who hurt you, get to a safe place—a friend's house, a public place, or a hospital. If you're in immediate danger, call 911. Your safety is the most important thing right now, and everything else can wait.

Step 2: Seek Medical Care Right Away

Please go to a hospital emergency room or urgent care center as soon as you can. You need medical treatment for any injuries, and doctors can provide emergency contraception (within 72 hours) and STI testing. At the hospital, they may offer a forensic exam (also called a rape kit)—this collects evidence from your body, but it doesn't mean you have to report to police. The evidence is stored while you decide what to do. Getting medical care doesn't commit you to anything except taking care of yourself.

Step 3: Preserve Evidence (If You Can)

If you haven't already and you feel able to, try not to shower, bathe, change clothes, brush your teeth, or eat before going to the hospital. Keep any clothing in a paper bag, and take photos of visible injuries. We know this is incredibly hard, and if you've already cleaned up, that's completely understandable—you can still report and seek justice.

Step 4: Call Someone You Trust

You don't have to go through this alone. If you can, reach out to a trusted friend or family member who can be with you and provide support. If you don't have someone available or you're not ready to tell anyone you know, trained crisis counselors are available 24/7 at the National Sexual Assault Hotline (1-800-656-HOPE), SafeNest Las Vegas ((702) 646-4981), or through RAINN's online chat.

Step 5: Document What Happened (When You're Ready)

When you feel up to it, try to write down what you remember—the date, time, location, what happened, any witnesses, any threats made. Save any texts, emails, or messages. Do this at your own pace—there's no rush. Details can fade over time, so writing things down when you're ready can help later. Keep these notes somewhere safe and private.

Step 6: Contact a Sexual Assault Attorney

When you're ready to understand your legal options, we're here. Call us at (702) 867-8900 for a free, confidential consultation. We'll help you understand your rights, explain civil lawsuit options, and answer your questions—with no pressure and no obligation. You're in control of every decision. We're available 24/7 whenever you need us.

These steps can feel overwhelming. You don’t have to do everything at once. Take it one step at a time, and be gentle with yourself. The most important thing is that you’re safe and getting the support you need.

Nevada sexual assault law NRS 200.366

What is sexual assault?

According to Nevada Revised Statutes (NRS 200.366), a personal commits sexual assault if they:

Force someone to engage in sexual penetration against their will.
Engage in sexual penetration with someone who can’t resist or understand what’s happening due to mental or physical incapacity.
Engage in sexual penetration with a child under 14 years old.

Exception for young offenders

The law doesn’t apply to someone under 18 who has sexual contact with a child under 14, if they’re no more than 2 years older than the child. However, this exception doesn’t apply if:

The offender uses force or threats.
The victim can’t understand or resist due to mental or physical incapacity.

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What Money Can I Get in My Sexual Assault Case?

If you were sexually assaulted in Las Vegas, you have the right to seek money for everything you’ve been through. At Wooldridge Law Injury Lawyers, we help you get compensation for all the ways this assault has hurt you. Here’s what you can ask for:

Medical Bills

Money for all your medical care, emergency room visits, hospital stays, doctor appointments, medications, and any future medical treatment you’ll need. This includes everything from the first doctor you saw after the assault to ongoing care.

Therapy and Counseling

Money to pay for therapy sessions, counseling, treatment for PTSD or depression, psychiatric care, and any mental health medications you need. Healing from sexual assault takes time, and you deserve to get help without worrying about the cost.

Lost Wages

Money for time you missed from work while recovering, wages you lost because you couldn’t work at the same level, and income you’ll lose in the future if the assault changed your ability to work. If you had to change careers or can’t work as much as before, we include that too.

Pain and Suffering

Money for the emotional pain, trauma, fear, anxiety, depression, nightmares, and loss of enjoyment in your life. Nevada law recognizes that sexual assault causes deep suffering that goes way beyond medical bills. You deserve compensation for how this has affected every part of your life.

Property Costs

Money to replace damaged or torn clothing, broken personal items, moving costs if you had to find a safer place to live, security systems for your home, and other practical expenses caused by the assault.

Punitive Damages and Legal Costs

Extra money is designed to punish the person or company responsible and stop them from hurting others. Nevada courts award this in especially bad cases to send a clear message that sexual assault won’t be tolerated. In many cases, the people who hurt you also have to pay for your lawyer, court fees, and other legal expenses—so you can get justice without worrying about legal bills.

Types of Sexual Assault Cases We Handle in Las Vegas

Sexual assault happens in many different ways. Our Las Vegas sexual assault lawyers help survivors in all types of cases. No matter what happened to you or who hurt you, we’re here to fight for your rights. Here are the types of sexual assault cases we handle:

Elderly Sexual Assault

Older adults in nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and care centers are especially vulnerable to sexual abuse. When seniors are assaulted by caregivers, other residents, or staff members, it’s a terrible betrayal of trust. We hold nursing homes, care facilities, and abusers accountable for hurting vulnerable seniors who deserve to be safe and protected.

Rape and Sexual Assault

Any forced sexual contact or penetration without your consent is sexual assault under Nevada law. This includes attacks by strangers, acquaintances, dating partners, or anyone else. Whether the assault happened once or multiple times, you have the right to seek justice and compensation for what was done to you.

Statutory Rape

In Nevada, anyone under 16 cannot legally consent to sex. If an adult had sexual contact with a minor, that’s a crime—even if the minor didn’t resist or say no. We represent survivors of child sexual abuse and hold perpetrators accountable for exploiting children who cannot legally consent.

Unwanted Sexual Contact

Sexual assault isn’t just rape. It includes any unwanted touching of intimate body parts, groping, forced kissing, or other sexual contact without consent. Even if there was no penetration, what happened to you is serious, it matters under Nevada law, and you deserve justice.

Sexual Harassment Leading to Assault

Sexual harassment at work, school, or other settings can escalate to physical assault. If someone in a position of power used harassment, threats, or coercion to force sexual contact, both the harasser and their employer or institution may be held responsible for allowing the abuse to happen.

Domestic Sexual Abuse

Being assaulted by a spouse, partner, or someone you live with is still sexual assault. Nevada law is clear that marriage or a relationship does not give anyone the right to force sex. We help survivors of domestic sexual violence hold their abusers accountable and get the compensation and safety they need.

Date Rape and Drug-Facilitated Assault

Being drugged and assaulted at a bar, party, or on a date is a serious crime. If someone put drugs in your drink or took advantage of you while you were intoxicated and unable to consent, that’s sexual assault. We also hold bars, clubs, and venues accountable if their negligence allowed this to happen.

Assault by Authority Figures

Teachers, coaches, doctors, therapists, religious leaders, employers, and others in positions of trust have a responsibility to protect you—not hurt you. When someone in power uses their position to sexually abuse you, we hold both the individual and the institution that enabled them accountable.

No matter what type of sexual assault you experienced, we believe you, and we’re here to help. Call us at (702) 867-8900 for a free, confidential consultation.

Las Vegas Sexual Assault Statistics

Sexual assault in Las Vegas is more common than most people realize. The numbers tell a sobering story—many survivors never report what happened, making the real problem much bigger than official statistics show.

Las Vegas faces unique challenges with sexual assault due to our 24/7 tourism economy, nightlife culture, and transient population. Our city sees thousands of visitors every day in bars, casinos, and hotels. This constant flow of people, combined with alcohol and unfamiliar surroundings, creates environments where assaults can happen—and often go unreported.

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Four out of five sexual assaults are never reported to police. Survivors stay silent because they fear retaliation, don't trust the justice system, blame themselves, or think no one will believe them. The official numbers only show a fraction of the real problem.

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KNEW THEIR ATTACKER

Nearly all sexual assault survivors knew the person who hurt them—whether a dating partner, spouse, friend, coworker, family member, or authority figure. Stranger assaults are actually rare. This is why many survivors struggle to report or seek help.

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RESULT IN ARREST

In Las Vegas, only about 15% of reported sexual assaults result in an arrest. Many cases are reported long after the assault happened, making it harder for police to gather evidence or make arrests. This is one reason why civil lawsuits matter—you can still get justice even without criminal charges.

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Criminal Case vs. Civil Case: What’s the Difference?

Many sexual assault survivors don’t realize there are two separate legal paths available: criminal cases and civil cases. Understanding the difference helps you make informed decisions about seeking justice. Here’s how they work:

Civil Sexual Assault Cases

You are in control. You decide whether to file, when to file, and whether to settle or go to trial. This is your case, and you make all the decisions.

The goal is to get you money. Civil cases seek compensation for everything you’ve suffered—medical bills, therapy costs, lost wages, pain and suffering, and more.

Easier to prove. You don’t need proof “beyond a reasonable doubt.” You just need to show it’s more likely than not that the assault happened.

You can win even if the criminal case failed. Even if the attacker was found not guilty in criminal court or was never charged, you can still file a civil lawsuit and win compensation.

You can sue more than just the attacker. Civil cases let you hold employers, property owners, institutions, and other negligent parties accountable—not just the person who assaulted you.

The outcome helps you heal. You get financial compensation to pay for medical care, therapy, lost income, and help rebuild your life.

Criminal Sexual Assault Cases

The state is in control. Prosecutors decide whether to file charges, what to charge, and whether to accept plea deals. You are a witness, not the person bringing the case.

The goal is to punish the attacker. Criminal cases seek jail time, fines, and a criminal record for the perpetrator.

Harder to prove. The prosecution must prove guilt “beyond a reasonable doubt,” which is a very high standard.

You don’t get money. Even if the attacker goes to jail, you don’t automatically receive compensation for your medical bills, therapy, or lost wages.

Only the attacker is charged. Criminal cases don’t hold employers, property owners, or institutions responsible—only the individual who committed the assault.

You can pursue both. Filing a criminal report and pursuing a civil lawsuit are completely separate. You can do one, both, or neither—it’s your choice.

The most important thing to know: you can file a civil lawsuit whether or not there’s a criminal case. You don’t need a police report, a criminal conviction, or even criminal charges to seek compensation through a civil claim. These are two separate paths, and you’re in control of your civil case.Retry

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Frequently asked questions about sexual assault legal claims

What is the statute of limitations for filing a sexual assault lawsuit in Nevada?

The statute of limitations in Nevada for sexual assault is generally 20 years from the date of the assault for adults, or 20 years after a minor victim turns 18.

Additional details:

No time limit if reported to law enforcement within 20 years
No time limit if DNA evidence identifies the perpetrator

Can I file a civil lawsuit for sexual assault even if there’s no criminal conviction?

Yes, you can file a civil lawsuit for sexual assault without a criminal conviction. Civil cases have a lower burden of proof than criminal cases.

Key points:

Civil standard: “preponderance of evidence”
Seek monetary compensation for damages
Can proceed independently of criminal cases
May hold additional parties accountable (e.g., negligent employers)

What types of compensation can I seek in a sexual assault civil case?

Compensation in sexual assault civil cases typically includes medical expenses, therapy costs, lost wages, pain and suffering, and emotional distress damages.

Potential compensation types:

Medical expenses (current and future)
Therapy and mental health treatment
Lost wages and earning capacity
Pain and suffering
Emotional distress
Punitive damages (in extreme cases)

How long does a sexual assault lawsuit typically take?

A sexual assault lawsuit typically takes between 6 months to 3 years, depending on the complexity of the case and whether it goes to trial.

Factors affecting duration:

Case complexity
Evidence volume
Number of parties involved
Court schedules
Settlement negotiations

Do I need a lawyer to file a sexual assault lawsuit?

While not legally required, hiring a lawyer for a sexual assault lawsuit is strongly recommended due to the complex nature of these cases and the emotional support they can provide.

Benefits of hiring a lawyer:

Expertise in legal procedures and deadlines
Effective evidence gathering and presentation
Skilled negotiation with opposing parties
Accurate claim value assessment
Emotional support and objectivity

For expert legal assistance with your sexual assault case, contact Wooldridge Law Injury Lawyers for a free, confidential consultation.

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Call us at (702) 867-8900 or contact us through our website to schedule your free consultation. We’ll listen to what happened, explain your legal options in plain language, and answer all your questions. No pressure, no fees unless we win your case.

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