Sexual Abuse - Man Gropes Maternity Nurse
August 14, 2010 - According to reports, a 31-year-old Bountiful, Utah man was sentenced to 180 days in jail after he was accused of fondling a maternity nurse who was wheeling his pregnant girlfriend into a hospital delivery room. The incident occurred on October 9, 2009 in Ogden, Utah. In June of this year, the man entered a guilty plea to a lesser criminal charge of felony attempted forcible sexual abuse. A Second District Court Judge in Ogden sentenced him to six months in the Weber County Jail after the plea. The man's attorney argued that his client's actions were caused by a brain injury he suffered 10 years ago in a car accident. The attorney further argued that the incident did not involve any force or violence on the part of his client. The man missed the birth of his child and will now be spending the next six months in jail. The District Court Judge has required that he undergo pscychosexual, mental health and substance abuse evaluations and treatment as part of the sentencing. In sexual abuse/ sexual harassment cases the accused person may be liable for civil damages in addition to the criminal charges he or she faces. Their victims may seek compensatory damages for physical and emotional injuries, medical expenses, lost earnings and other damages, including punitive damages. Many states, including California, have compensation funds for crime victims. However, most of the funds have limitations on compensation and eligibility. Perpetrators who are physicians or other health care providers may also be required to answer to state licensing boards and teachers may be held accountable by state licensing boards and departments of education. If you or a loved one have been the victim of sexual abuse/sexual harassment you should consult a trusted Oakland Personal Injury attorney who can thoroughly evaluate your case and help you determine if you should bring a claim.