Elderly Sexual Battery

When the unthinkable happens, you need a legal team that acts swiftly, thoroughly investigates every detail, and fights relentlessly for justice.

At the Peck Law Group, our elder sexual abuse attorneys understand the trauma survivors and their families face. We stand alongside you with compassion, clarity, and the deep legal expertise required to hold negligent facilities and perpetrators responsible.

The Peck Law Group has over 60 years of combined experience in working with abuse and neglect cases. Speak with an attorney today for your free case evaluation and find out how we can help you.

Understanding Sexual Abuse in Nursing Homes and Assisted Living Facilities

Elderly sexual abuse occurs when someone has sexual contact with a resident at a nursing home, assisted living, or other care facility without their consent.

This abuse can take many forms—from inappropriate touching to rape—and often involves power imbalances, cognitive impairments, or physical vulnerabilities that leave elders and dependent adults unable to defend themselves or report the crime immediately.

Why does sexual abuse happen in long-term care?

• Staff or caregiver misconduct: Unscrupulous employees may exploit their access and authority to commit misconduct.
• Inadequate supervision: Facilities that understaff or fail to monitor residents create opportunities for abuse.
• Lack of training: Caregivers who lack proper education about boundaries and elder rights may cross lines they don’t fully comprehend.

Spotting the Signs

Sexual abuse often hides behind shame, fear, or cognitive decline. Family members and friends should watch for:

• Unexplained bruising, bleeding, or genital injuries
• Sudden behavioral changes: withdrawal, depression, or anxiety
• Fear or reluctance around certain staff members
• Changes in hygiene or unexplained infections

If you observe any of these signs—or your loved one describes inappropriate behavior—be sure to document the details, seek prompt medical care, and consult an experienced Peck Law Group attorney to discuss your options.

The Path to Justice: Our Proven Process

1. Immediate Case Evaluation – We start by listening to your story on your terms, asking only the questions necessary to understand what happened. From there, we gather the critical facts—dates, locations, people involved—to assess liability and determine the strongest path forward for your case.
2. Thorough Investigation – We work with nursing and forensic experts to piece your case together. First, we secure medical records, analyze video footage, and speak directly with witnesses. Then, we review facility policies, staffing schedules, and incident logs to identify any breakdowns in care that may have allowed the abuse to occur.
3. Demanding Accountability – Once we’ve gathered the evidence, we prepare and serve detailed demands on both the individuals responsible and the facility itself. We advocate for full access to internal investigations and administrative records, ensuring that every responsible party is held accountable.
4. Litigation & Trial Readiness – Whether through mediation, arbitration, or in court, we prepare each case as if it will go before a jury. Our attorneys excel at depositions, expert witness testimony, and persuasive courtroom presentations.
5. Compassion-Driven Support – We guide you through each step, explain legal strategies in plain English, and treat you with the dignity and respect you deserve.

Why Choose The Peck Law Group?

At the Peck Law Group, we know how hard it can be to talk about sexual abuse. We start by listening carefully and letting you set the pace, asking only the questions we need to build your case.

We take your concerns seriously and work to ensure you feel heard and respected throughout the process.

We’ll outline all available legal options—from filing for a restraining order to pursuing a civil lawsuit—so you can be sure the decisions you make are the best for you and your family.

Our focus is on achieving justice for your family and securing the outcome that best addresses your situation.

Decades of Dedicated Elder-Abuse Experience

Our focus is exclusively on nursing home and assisted living neglect, including sexual abuse. We’ve earned the trust of families and peers through our record of seven-figure verdicts and settlements.

Contingency-Fee Representation

You pay nothing unless we win. We invest our resources and expertise upfront so you can pursue justice without financial stress.

Statewide Reach with Local Focus

With offices in Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Diego, and Palm Desert, we serve victims across California. Yet, we tailor every case strategy to the local courts, regulations, and community resources where the abuse occurred.

Multidisciplinary Team

Our attorneys collaborate with medical professionals, social workers, and trial consultants to provide comprehensive support. This holistic approach ensures we address not only legal recovery but also emotional healing and care coordination.

Client-Centric Communication

We return calls promptly, explain developments in clear and concise language, and keep you informed at every milestone. You’ll never feel lost in legal jargon or administrative delays.

Ready to move forward? Contact the Peck Law Group today to speak with an attorney specializing in elder sexual abuse.

Frequently Asked Questions

If you think that your loved one has suffered from nursing home neglect or abuse in California, call the Peck Law Group immediately. Nursing home negligence or abuse should never happen and should never be tolerated.