Sexual Assault

Lawsuit Alleges Bishop Richard Stika and the Diocese of Knoxville Failed to Stop Rape of Employee, then Defamed Rape Survivor to Shield Rapist

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE—February 23, 2022 NASHVILLE, TN—A lawsuit filed in the Circuit Court for Knox County, Tennessee alleges that the Catholic Diocese of Knoxville and

Lawsuit Alleges Bishop Richard Stika and the Diocese of Knoxville Failed to Stop Rape of Employee, then Defamed Rape Survivor to Shield Rapist Read More

New Lawsuit Alleges Two Archdiocese of New York Priests, Not Previously Identified as Credibly Accused Abusers, Sexually Abused Two Children—One in the Late 1960s and One in the Early 1970s

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE–January 4, 2021 Summary: Two child sexual abuse survivors bring suit against the Archdiocese of New York and St. Mary’s. Both plaintiffs claim

New Lawsuit Alleges Two Archdiocese of New York Priests, Not Previously Identified as Credibly Accused Abusers, Sexually Abused Two Children—One in the Late 1960s and One in the Early 1970s Read More

Lawsuit Against YMCA of Buffalo Niagara Claims an Assistant Director of the LaSalle YMCA and Employee of the Niagara Falls YMCA Molested a Minor Hundreds of Times

ERIE COUNTY, N.Y., Aug. 27, 2020 / –A lawsuit filed this week in Erie County against the Young Men’s Christian Association of Buffalo Niagara alleges

Lawsuit Against YMCA of Buffalo Niagara Claims an Assistant Director of the LaSalle YMCA and Employee of the Niagara Falls YMCA Molested a Minor Hundreds of Times Read More


The lasting emotional and psychological effects of sexual assault cannot be overstated. From depression and anxiety to sleep disorders and thoughts of self-harm, many survivors feel hopeless in the aftermath of such a devastating incident. What’s more, many sexual assault survivors feel alone in their experience. We are here to listen, and to help.

Navigating a sexual assault case will be daunting. Partnering with a knowledgeable sex abuse legal team can help ease the burden of pursuing the case. As experienced sexual abuse attorneys, the legal team at Janet, Janet & Suggs has served as a trusted confidant for survivors for 40 years. We understand the physical, financial, and psychological hardships you’ve endured—and we’re here to fight for your rights and protection.

As devoted defenders of sexual assault survivors, our legal team carries the weight of managing your case every step of the way. But we’re more than just supportive legal counsel during this difficult time. We care about your personal recovery, which is why we believe in empowering you with the resources you need to help you reclaim your power. Our sexual abuse section is full of information to help you understand your options each step of the way so that you can have the best possible outcome for your case. From news and settlements in high-profile cases to how to file a claim and what to ask your lawyer, you’ll find the information you need to help you move forward in your recovery.

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