Encountering virtually any type of abuse at the hands of another party can be a stressful and harrowing experience. Sex abuse is a type of unlawful behavior that continues to impact the lives of many and individuals who suffer such treatment may face various hardships in life. Acts of abuse might not always have to involve some form of physical contact and even non-contact incidents could wreak havoc on the victim’s life. Non-contact abuse While it is no secret that acts such as inappropriate contact and unwanted physical acts may constitute sexual misconduct, such issues can also occur withou ..read more

While creating a healthy workplace environment is a goal that may be shared by many employers and employees, it can also be somewhat challenging at times. The behavior of everyone within a workplace could affect the atmosphere thereof. The presence of sexual misconduct within a workplace could act to create a hostile environment and those subjected to such treatment may suffer in various ways.  The ramifications  Sexual misconduct in the workplace can take on various forms, ranging anywhere from unwanted sexual advances to inappropriate comments. Regardless of what form it takes, the ..read more

Dealing with pain can be a harrowing process and those who struggle with similar issues may go to great lengths to seek relief. Individuals in New Mexico who turn to medical professionals for aid in taking steps to manage their health concerns have the right to expect and receive a certain standard of care and they should be able to rely on such parties not to take advantage of the situation, but things might not always turn out as intended. Reports indicate that a prominent doctor in another state was recently found guilty of sex abuse following an investigation into claims about misconduct ..read more

The mistreatment of someone on the basis of his or her gender is inappropriate, and in many cases, illegal. Those who experience this type of behavior may feel ashamed, angry and unsure of what to do next, and victims of sexual discrimination will benefit from an understanding of their rights. This discrimination can happen in New Mexico workplaces, prisons, schools, housing processes and in various other situations. If you believe that you are a victim, you do not have to remain silent. You have the right to pursue recourse, including seeking compensation through a civil claim. The effects of ..read more

Being subjected to any form of harassment can be a harrowing process but taking steps to protect against such treatment might not always be easy. Individuals in New Mexico who are incarcerated in prisons and jails may feel they stand little chance of protecting against sexual misconduct, and they might even fear that no one will believe them should they step forward with complaints of such unjust behavior. Recent reports of a study into sexual misconduct in the prison system in another state indicate that similar issues are more common than one might think.  Recent study  A recent st ..read more

Virtually any type of traumatic experience could impact a person’s life in various ways, and finding ways to heal might not always be so simple a task. Sexual abuse is a common example of a type of event that could create various challenges for victims in New Mexico. Studies indicate that sexual trauma could prompt biological changes in a person’s brain, and these changes could experience numerous types of symptoms.  Biological changes  Studies indicate that a traumatic life experience could cause one’s brain to undergo various changes. Two common parts of the brain that may be affec ..read more

Individuals who hold a position of power may also carry a great deal of responsibility, and any misuse of power could have a devastating impact on the lives of others nearby. Individuals in New Mexico who are subjected to unlawful behavior by a person in such a position might not know how best to handle the situation and they may even be afraid to step forward and report the issue, at least at first. A woman in another state has recently filed a complaint against a former corrections officer accusing him of sexual abuse.  Reports of abuse  According to reports, the woman claims the f ..read more

It is no secret that being subjected to sexual misconduct can be a traumatic experience and those who encounter such treatment may experience various challenges in life. Studies indicate that it might not be uncommon for victims of sexual abuse to suffer from PTSD. Knowing the types of symptoms one might experience could help individuals in New Mexico who suffer abuse understand that they are not alone and help them prepare to step forward and confront the incident. PTSD symptoms in abuse victims Studies indicate that victims of abuse may struggle with various types of PTSD symptoms. It might ..read more

After experiencing mistreatment of any kind in the workplace, such as harassment or discrimination, an employee has the right to report what he or she experienced. If you filed a claim or report against your New Mexico employer, you should be able to do so without fear of further mistreatment. Retaliation is a serious issue, and if you are a victim, you do not have to remain silent about what you are going through.  Workplace retaliation can be a complex issue, and you may fear that speaking out about it could bring even more difficulty to your situation. Retaliation can come in many diff ..read more

Some life experiences can have a lingering effect on one’s life and those who encounter issues such as sexual misconduct may struggle to find their way back to a sense of the norm. Victims of sexual abuse might find it difficult to step forward and share their stories but taking this step could prove integral to starting the healing process. Individuals in New Mexico who are subjected to such unlawful treatment could benefit from seeking insight on some steps to take that could help them overcome reservations and fears and prepare to protect their interests.  After the incident  Indi ..read more