Los Angeles DJ Accused of Sexually Assaulting 6 Teenagers

Yes, you can sue for sexual abuse that occurred while you were under 18 years old, meaning you were under the age of consent in California. However, it’s important to understand who you can sue in these situations. If you were sexually assaulted by DJ Rodney Bingenheimer, you can surely file a lawsuit against him directly, but there may be other parties that are liable, which include event organizers and owners of the venue where you were attacked.

For example, Jane Wiedlin claimed that she was assaulted by the DJ at a nightclub, which makes sense considering their connections to the music industry. However, the English Disco is one of many locations where Bingenheimer has worked in and frequented over the years.

Did owners of these clubs know about or suspect sexual abuse by Rodney Bingenheimer? Were there complaints from multiple victims that were not reported to the police? Did owners and event organizers hide evidence of sexual abuse to protect their profit margins, thereby enabling a sexual predator?

Such issues relate to the concept of negligence, or a failure to exercise reasonable care for the purpose of protecting others from an injury. Nightclubs, for example, must have adequate security on the premises, like surveillance cameras and security personnel. If they receive complaints about assault and other incidents that can put people at harm, they must take immediate action to protect their patrons.

Unfortunately, it’s a well-known fact that many of these businesses cover up incidents of sex abuse, even when they involve underage victims. However, adult survivors of sexual assault may still have the chance to file a legal action and seek compensation from the responsible individuals. For legal advice from an experienced child sexual abuse lawsuit attorney, contact our office.

Child sexual assault lawsuits must be filed by the victim’s 40^th birthday, which is 22 years after they turn 18 years old. This is based on the fact that 18 is the age at which individuals in California can legally consent to sexual activity. Keep in mind, however, that the amount of time you have to sue for sexual abuse is not always limited to a certain number of years.

Many people who are abused sexually during childhood repress memories of the abuse, as they have a limited understanding of what happened to them, as well as their rights under the law. Sadly, continued repression of traumatic incidents can lead to mental health disorders. It’s likely that at some point, the victim will seek help for these issues, but this may happen when they’re past the age of 40.

With help from a licensed counselor, they may finally realize how one or more incidents of sexual assault are connected to their current psychological injuries. Now that they have made this connection, i.e., discovery of a sexual abuse-related injury, they have 5 years to sue the liable entities for monetary damages.

If you are confused about any of the information we’ve presented here, don’t worry. Our lawyers are happy to sit down with you and provide a detailed explanation on how long you have to sue for sexual assault by Rodney Bingenheimer.

On average, you can receive anywhere from $1,500,000 to $5,000,000 from a lawsuit if you were less than 18 years old at the time of the abuse. This estimate range refers to cases of assault, meaning there was physical contact of a sexual nature between you and the defendant. If, on the other hand, you were subjected to acts of sexual harassment, the value of a sexual abuse lawsuit may be around $450,000 to $1,000,000. In cases with extreme injuries and negligence by the responsible parties, case values may exceed $10,000,000.

Though many people contact us to ask about average case values for sexual assault lawsuits, it’s more important to figure out what your own lawsuit is worth. We have a team of experienced attorney that can help you calculate the amount you may receive from a child sexual abuse lawsuit. Contact us today and schedule a free case evaluation with one of our attorneys.

Cases involving the sexual abuse of a minor take 12 to 24 months to settle for the most part, though the actual timeline depends on many factors that are beyond our control. Recent incidents of abuse with strong evidence may be settled within 6 months, but most of these cases take at least 1 year. As you have probably guessed, lawsuits that progress to a trial will take the longest to resolve. Due to the court’s schedule, the number of required hearings and other issues, going to trial can add 1 or more years to the settlement process.

Based on our experience, less than 5% of all sex abuse lawsuits are tried in court, meaning we will most likely reach a settlement in your case. But how long this process will take is not something we can predict ahead of time.

Our law firm is ready to fight for you and the compensation you deserve if you were a victim of sexual abuse by DJ Rodney Bingenheimer. Ultimately, the decision to go ahead with a lawsuit is completely up to you. But if you choose to proceed with a legal action, you can be sure that we have the skill and experience to bring you the highest possible settlement.

Starting from the very first meeting with you, we will provide you with a Zero Fee Guarantee. There’s no out of pocket cost to you as the client, nor will you pay a single penny in the event we fail to win your case. The only way we get paid is if you get paid, so there’s no risk to your finances when you sign on with the attorneys of DTLA.

Please reach out to us as soon as possible and schedule a free initial consultation or a free second opinion if you have a pending lawsuit.