An Overview of a Civil Sexual Assault Claim

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Understanding how allegations could play out in court is vital to assessing how to manage a claim of sexual assault. Not all claims proceed through the legal system, but a sound knowledge of what legal actions are available to claimants and what defences are available to institutions is essential in assessing the risk associated with each allegation. This opening session will provide you with an in-depth overview of the legal anatomy of a civil sexual assault claim. Ms. Jellinek and Ms. Jenkins will lead you through some of the key issues, including damages, vicarious liability, and trial strategies.

• Types of legal actions available to claimants – when and why
• Legal protections available to institutions
• Heads of damage – financially, how much is on the line?
• When institutions are accountable for individuals’ conduct – understanding vicarious liability
• Appreciating why many claims do not proceed to trial
• What you need to know about the evidence required to prove and disprove sexual assault cases
• Strategic considerations in proving and attacking cases that do proceed to trial
• Myths and stereotypes that impact how civil sexual assault claims are managed

Faculty

Series Chair

• Gillian T. Hnatiw, Lerners LLP

• Simona Jellinek, Jellinek Law Office, Professional Corporation
• Carole G. Jenkins, Smockum Zarnett LLP

Group Discounts

2-3 delegates: 25% off archived program fee
4-10 delegates: 30% off archived program fee
11+ delegates: 35% off archived program fee
Boardroom rates available.

Delivery

The video stream, including link to program materials will be sent to you via email as soon as payment is successfully processed.

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