Doctors hold a position of power and trust. When that trust is broken through sexual abuse, the harm caused can be lifelong. Across New York, survivors have come forward after being assaulted or exploited by physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals. Many report being ignored by institutions or discouraged from speaking out.
At Survivors of Abuse NY, we provide legal representation for victims of doctor sexual abuse in NY. If you were violated by a healthcare provider in a hospital, clinic, or private office, our attorneys will help you take civil legal action. You deserve justice, and the institutions that failed you must be held accountable.
What Is Considered Sexual Abuse by a Doctor?
Sexual abuse by a healthcare professional may involve:
Unnecessary or non-consensual touching
Sexualized comments or behavior during appointments
Examinations done without medical justification
Requests for nudity unrelated to treatment
Grooming behavior masked as care
Even if abuse occurred under the guise of a medical procedure, it may still be considered unlawful. You are not to blame.
Can You File a Civil Lawsuit in New York?
Yes. A civil claim is separate from criminal prosecution. It allows you to seek compensation for:
Therapy and trauma treatment
Pain, humiliation, and suffering
Medical expenses related to the abuse
Lost wages or career disruption
Punitive damages against negligent institutions
Whether or not your abuser was convicted, civil courts allow survivors to pursue justice based on a lower burden of proof.
Who May Be Legally Responsible?
The physician or staff member who committed the abuse
Hospitals or clinics that failed to investigate complaints
Practice groups that ignored red flags
Supervising boards or administrators
Employers who enabled the abuser to keep practicing
We will thoroughly review your case to uncover every layer of negligence.
Why Choose Our Firm
Extensive experience in sexual abuse litigation
Dedicated to survivor advocacy and privacy
No fees unless compensation is recovered
Confidential and compassionate legal approach
