California Civil Code section 51.9 protects students from sexual harassment by their teacher. If you our your child has suffered from sexual harassment at the hands of a teacher, tutor, coach, mentor, or member of school staff, the laws in California provide protection and allow for compensation for the severe trauma and damages this type of abuse causes. You should contact an experienced sexual harassment attorney right away to find out more about your rights and discuss your best next steps.
This law protects not only children that are victim’s of sexual abuse, but is a broad protection from sexual harassment for students of any age, including college student victims of sexual abuse or sexual harassment.
Teacher/Student Sexual Harassment
Categories: Sexual Abuse and Harassment Outside of Work
