Posts by John C. Taylor
How to Support a Family Member Through a Sexual Assault Case
If someone you care about has experienced a sexual assault, the pain and confusion they face can be devastating. However, family members can make a significant difference in helping survivors work through their emotional, physical, and legal recovery. Understanding how you can assist your loved one with compassion and patience can provide much-needed stability during…
Read MoreCity of LA Will Pay $9.5M Over Fatal Shooting of Trader Joe’s Manager
The City of Los Angeles has agreed to pay $9.5 million to settle a lawsuit over the 2018 police shooting that resulted in the death of Trader Joe’s assistant manager Melyda Corado. The incident occurred when LAPD officers Sinlen Tse and Sarah Winans were pursuing suspect Gene Atkins, who fled into the store after a…
Read MoreAre Arbitration Contracts Upheld in Sexual Assault Cases?
In a recent legal case involving the Church of Scientology, David Miscavige, its leader, had a judge removed from a lawsuit where a woman accused the organization of sexual abuse and coercing children into marriage. The Church attempted to leverage an arbitration contract against the case, but the judge’s efforts to block it resulted in…
Read MoreWhy Sexual Abuse Is So Common in Sports
Thousands of young individuals participate in school sports across Los Angeles. They are coached by various coaches and sports trainers who profess their love for the sport and desire to help athletes reach their full potential. Whether basketball, football, soccer, baseball, or any other sport, coaches are trusted to be there for young athletes. However,…
Read MoreCalifornia to Eliminate Statute of Limitations for Child Sex Abuse Lawsuits
California has eliminated the statute of limitations for people to file lawsuits over allegations of child sexual assault, under a new law Gov. Gavin Newsom signed in October 2023. The new law won’t apply to instances of sexual assault that occurred before the bill took effect, on January 1, 2024. However, it does eliminate an…
Read MoreTaylor & Ring Secures $61.7 Million Verdict for Victims of Deadly Car Chase
The LA Times has reported that on December 14th, six long years after the death of a teen in a civilian car chase, Taylor and Ring secured a verdict in the amount of $61.7 million to the victim’s parents. In Inglewood, the L.A. County Superior Court jury granted $23.25 million in compensatory damages to Julie…
Read MoreHow Long Do You Have to Bring a Civil Case for Sexual Assault in California?
California passed a law on January 1, 2023, that extends the statute of limitations (the time victims have to file a claim) for claims by adult survivors of sexual assault. The new legislation is in response to the impact of the #MeToo movement and advocates for victims of sexual assault and abuse nationwide. According to…
Read MoreSeeking Medical Help After Sexual Assault
If you have been sexually assaulted in any way, it is crucial that you seek medical help as quickly as possible. This is not only important to gather evidence of the sexual assault, but it is also important to ensure that you get the medical attention that you need. While you may be feeling lost…
Read MoreCampus Sexual Assault: Understanding Title IX
Young people in Los Angeles and other small and large cities in the United States gear up every fall, preparing to go to college and earn an education. However, the unfortunate reality is that many students are being sexually assaulted each year because America has a huge problem when it comes to sexual assault on…
Read MoreTaylor & Ring Secures $7.9 Million Settlement in Grover Cleveland Charter High School Sex Abuse Case
The Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) has agreed to a $7.9 million settlement with a woman who was sexually abused by a teacher at Grover Cleveland Charter High School during her time as a student. This is the fourth lawsuit LAUSD has settled this year because of sexual assault and abuse cases involving the…
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