Posts by Neil Gehlawat
Understanding Your Legal Rights as a Victim of Sexual Assault in California
California law offers several protections to help survivors seek justice, hold perpetrators accountable, and move forward with dignity and support. Let’s look at what you need to know in order to take control of your situation. California law uses a broad definition of sexual assault, which includes any non-consensual sexual act. These acts can range…
Read MoreWoman Sexually Assaulted by Jail Employee Sues Santa Barbara County
A former female inmate is suing Santa Barbara County, alleging that the county’s “policy of inaction” allowed for her sexual assault by a jail employee, Salvador Vargas, in 2018. Vargas, who was later convicted, had multiple previous complaints against him that the county allegedly ignored. The lawsuit, set for trial in September, argues that the…
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