Sexual assaults happen in every community and affect people of all ages, genders, races, and socio-economic status. A sexual assault is any type of unwanted sexual contact. This includes words and actions of a sexual nature against a person’s will and without their consent. A person may use force, threats, manipulation, or coercion to commit sexual violence.
Our team leads with compassion, trust, and skill to help our clients obtain justice after surviving an assault. Oftentimes, there are more individuals and entities that contributed to the assault other than just the perpetrator.Ms. Lipinski will help evaluate your claim to help you get the justice you deserve.
Find answers to the most commonly asked questions about sexual assault cases.
Absolutely not. Under Florida law, “Consent” means intelligent, knowing, and voluntary consent and does not include coerced submission. “Consent” shall not be deemed or construed to mean the failure by the alleged victim to offer physical resistance to the offender.
i. Link here: Statutes & Constitution :View Statutes : Online Sunshine (state.fl.us)
Absolutely not. Most survivors during a traumatic event describe the event where they were powerless, lifeless, and even at times out of body. Scientists broadly define freezing as a response to threat characterized not only by immobility but also inhibition of behavior. In the laboratory, researchers evoke freezing in different ways, some involving the ability to escape and others inescapable. (To dig into the leading research, use the references below.)
Freezing During Sexual Assault and Harassment | Psychology Today
There is no requirement to file a criminal case to file a civil case. Statistics show that one in four women will experience sexual assault in their lifetime and less than 5% of sexual assaults are reported to law enforcement.
Jennifer and her team have handled hundreds of cases involving survivors of sexual assault. We will fight for you every step of the way and you will never feel alone through this process. We are here to help and will treat you like family.
You can depend on us to guide you throughout the process so you can get the results you need
If you think that you may have a case, you should contact Jennifer Lipinski and her team immediately. Whenever a client contacts us, we provide an initial consultation at no cost and in a confidential manner.
Our team will gather the necessary records to prepare your case for success. We will also assist you in gathering evidence that only you have access to. We will preserve all available evidence held by the defendant and third parties.
Jennifer Lipinski prides herself in being side by side for every step of the way. She will attend all hearings, depositions, and other court appearances and explain the process in a way that is easy to understand.
Jennifer Lipinski will never settle a case or reject an offer without consulting you. She is not afraid to take your case to trial. She will be your guide throughout the process so you obtain the result you deserve.
Our consultations are always private and confidential