Legal Representation for Victims of Sexual Abuse: Retainer Agreements, Attorney-Client Privilege, Negotiation & Settlement, Expert Witnesses. Hartford
Legal representation for victims of sexual abuse is a sensitive and important issue. A retainer agreement between the victim and attorney must be established to ensure that both parties understand their rights and responsibilities in the situation. Attorney-client privilege allows the client to feel comfortable discussing their case with their representative, knowing that all information shared remains confidential. Negotiation and settlement are key components in obtaining a favorable outcome for the victim; an expert witness may be called upon to provide testimony or other evidence to strengthen their argument. Hartford provides resources and guidance for those seeking legal assistance related to this serious matter.


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Melinda Ball

(5)

Peter and his paralegal, Kimberly, are truly the best team to have on your side! Peter is thorough, an active listener, and openly communicates with you throughout every step of your case. He will make time to answer questions and will always give you honest straightforward advice. The best quality he possesses is that he is genuinely empathetic and a kind person. Kimberly is just a gem! She will help you every step of the process and she kept me on track with all deadlines. She is genuinely invested in their clients and will communicate with you for updates, and make you laugh along the way. They are a wonderful team to have in your corner!

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Perdita Jackson Boyd

(5)

After my daughters' death we were unsure of the steps to take in order to move on. Peter and his staff was very welcoming when we contacted them. We were treated with the upmost compassion, very knowledgeable and professionalism. The service has been phenomenal. We couldn't be more pleased and that was one of the best decisions we have ever made. During the time of our case he was very supportive and patient with us. I would definitely recommend Peter Dreyer to my family and friends without a doubt. As of today if I need any legal advise or referral Peter and his staff are always willing to help. My family do appreciate you.

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Kathy wheeler

(5)

Richard silver and his team are brilliant! Especially Jane! The office is intuitive and personable. He was kind during my daughter’s passing and helped me recover a large sum of money for her wrongful death. If you have a medical malpractice claim or any other legally questionable situations. I would not hesitate to call them! I will always be grateful for them !

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Matthew Dolan

(5)

I am an attorney in Connecticut, and our firm has referred clients to Sean McElligott at Silver Golub for years. He has obtained exceptional results for our clients. He is definitely one of the top plaintiff's injury attorneys in the state!

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ed dublois

(5)

It is with the highest level of confidence that I would recommend Peter Dreyer for any degree of medical malpractice. Peter and his assistant Kimberly extended and injected into the process the highest degree of compassion, professionalism and expertise. Peter's thorough depositions continued to strengthen our case and proved invaluable in the end. Additionally, Peter made himself available at any time during the process to field and answer any questions and likewise Kimberly was always there to convey status, dates, processes as well as also being a compassionate listener during the difficult times. In the end, Peter was able to get our case settled without going to trial which was a great sense of relief and closure to our family. We are forever grateful.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, there are several attorneys in Hartford who specialize in representing victims of sexual abuse.
A retainer agreement typically entails discussing the scope of representation and setting forth payment terms between a client and attorney. The client will usually provide an initial payment to secure the lawyer’s services, with additional payments due upon the completion of certain milestones or based on other criteria outlined in the contract.
Attorney-client privilege safeguards communications that pass between a lawyer and his/her client from disclosure to anyone else, including a court or other third party. This means that information shared by clients with their legal counsel is kept confidential, even if it is incriminating evidence related to a victims case of sexual abuse.
Expert witnesses can be used by both sides during settlement negotiations to present evidence supporting their respective positions. In some cases involving sexual abuse, they may testify about medical records or provide testimony as to appropriate damages for emotional distress suffered by the victim as a result of the abuse.