Sexual abuse is one of the most devastating and deeply personal traumas a person can endure. For survivors, the path toward healing often begins with finding the strength to speak out – and knowing they are not alone. At Kherkher Garcia, we are committed to standing beside survivors, protecting their rights, and holding abusers and institutions accountable. As a leading sexual abuse survivors attorney team, we’ve dedicated our practice to helping victims of abuse in all forms – whether it occurs in religious institutions, sports organizations, online environments, or trusted community spaces. Our mission is to give survivors a voice and ensure they receive the justice, compensation, and closure they deserve.
Types of Sexual Abuse Cases We Handle
No survivor’s experience is the same, and the abuse can take many forms. At Kherkher Garcia, our attorneys handle a wide range of sexual abuse and exploitation cases, including some of the most complex and sensitive situations.
Roblox and Online Sexual Exploitation
The rise of online gaming platforms like Roblox has created new dangers for children and teens. Predators use these virtual spaces to manipulate, groom, and exploit minors through private chats, explicit content, or coercive behavior. Numerous sexual exploitation lawsuits are currently pending against Roblox. There are also likely to be lawsuits filed against Discord for allowing predatory behavior toward minors.
In some cases, the platforms themselves fail to provide adequate safeguards or respond appropriately to reports of abuse. Our firm helps families pursue justice against both the perpetrators and negligent companies that fail to protect users from foreseeable harm.
LDS and Religious Institution Sexual Abuse
Survivors of LDS sexual abuse and other religious institution abuse often struggle to come forward due to fear, shame, or community pressure. However, faith-based organizations, including the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS), have faced numerous lawsuits for mishandling reports of sexual misconduct or protecting abusers instead of victims.
Kherkher Garcia stands with survivors of church-based sexual abuse, ensuring that those who exploited positions of spiritual authority are held accountable.
Church and Clergy Sexual Abuse
Abuse within churches and ministries can shatter trust and faith. Whether committed by priests, pastors, youth ministers, or volunteers, clergy sexual abuse often goes unreported for years due to intimidation or institutional cover-ups.
Our team has extensive experience in church sexual abuse litigation, helping survivors expose wrongdoing and pursue both justice and healing through civil legal action.
Sports-Related Sexual Abuse
Coaches, trainers, and athletic organizations hold tremendous influence over young athletes. Unfortunately, this power can be abused. Sports-related sexual abuse cases, such as those involving gymnastics, swimming, and youth sports, have revealed systemic failures to protect vulnerable athletes from exploitation.
At Kherkher Garcia, we help survivors take legal action against not just the abusers but also the organizations that enabled or ignored the misconduct.
Institutional and Workplace Sexual Abuse
Sexual abuse doesn’t always occur in isolated environments. Victims may suffer harassment, coercion, or assault in schools, workplaces, hospitals, military settings, or foster care systems. Sex trafficking in hotels is an increasing issue, as well. Our attorneys investigate every layer of accountability – including the institutions that allowed predators to remain in positions of power.
Penalties for Sexual Abuse in Texas
Texas law treats sexual assault and abuse with utmost seriousness. Criminal penalties vary depending on the circumstances, but charges often include:
- Sexual Assault: A second-degree felony, punishable by 2 to 20 years in prison and up to $10,000 in fines.
- Aggravated Sexual Assault: A first-degree felony carrying 5 to 99 years (or life) in prison.
- Indecency with a Child: A second-degree felony punishable by up to 20 years in prison.
While the criminal justice system punishes offenders, civil law provides another path – one that empowers survivors to seek financial and emotional restitution from both abusers and institutions that failed to act.
Why Civil Claims Matter for Survivors
Filing a civil lawsuit is not just about money – it’s about accountability, validation, and long-term healing. Civil claims allow survivors to:
- Hold Abusers and Institutions Accountable: Even if criminal charges are not filed or successful, survivors can still pursue justice in civil court.
- Recover Financial Compensation: This can include medical expenses, therapy costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
- Promote Change: Civil actions often expose systemic failures and push organizations to adopt stronger safeguards against future abuse.
At Kherkher Garcia, we believe that justice is more than a verdict. It is a step toward reclaiming power and rebuilding life on your terms.
How Kherkher Garcia Helps Sexual Abuse Survivors
We understand that coming forward is incredibly difficult. Survivors deserve attorneys who approach their cases with both compassion and strength. At Kherkher Garcia, we provide:
- Confidential, trauma-informed support from your very first call.
- Experienced legal representation from a team that has handled complex abuse cases nationwide.
- Thorough investigation into every responsible party, from individual abusers to the institutions that enabled them.
- Access to trusted experts in psychology, victim advocacy, and forensic analysis.
- No upfront fees. We handle cases on a contingency basis, meaning you pay nothing unless we win for you.
We don’t just take cases, we stand beside survivors as advocates and allies, helping them navigate both the legal process and their path toward recovery.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do if I or someone I love has been sexually abused?
If you are in immediate danger, call 911. Once safe, consider contacting an experienced sexual abuse survivors attorney to discuss your legal rights. You do not have to face this alone.
Is there a time limit to file a claim in Texas?
Yes. Texas law allows survivors to file civil claims within certain timeframes — though in many cases, extensions apply, especially when the abuse occurred during childhood or was discovered later in life. Our attorneys can evaluate your situation and determine if your claim still qualifies.
Can I remain anonymous in my lawsuit?
In many cases, yes. Courts often allow survivors to file using initials or pseudonyms to protect their privacy. Kherkher Garcia prioritizes confidentiality and will always respect your wishes regarding anonymity.
What if the abuse happened years ago?
Even if the abuse occurred long ago, you may still have legal options. Civil lawsuits can often move forward when new evidence emerges or when laws change to support survivors of historic abuse.
Do I need to report the abuse to the police first?
Not necessarily. While criminal charges may help establish accountability, civil lawsuits are separate and can proceed independently. Our attorneys can help you decide the best path forward.
You Are Not Alone – Kherkher Garcia Is Here to Help
At Kherkher Garcia, we know that taking the first step is often the hardest. Survivors of sexual abuse have already endured enough pain, fear, and betrayal and they deserve a team that listens, believes, and fights for them. Our attorneys are nationally recognized for representing survivors of sexual abuse across all types of institutions, organizations, and digital platforms. We are not afraid to take on powerful defendants, whether that’s a multinational tech company, a church, a school district, or a sports organization.
Your story matters. Your voice matters. And your healing matters.
If you or someone you love has suffered sexual abuse, contact Kherkher Garcia today for a free, confidential consultation. Let us help you reclaim your power, your dignity, and your future. Call (713) 333-1030 or submit our online contact form to learn more about how a sexual abuse survivors attorney can help you take back control of your life.
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