If you’ve been sexually abused by Sean Combs, also known as Diddy, Puff Daddy, or P. Diddy, you have several legal rights when you come forward:
1. Right to Confidentiality
In many cases, victims can file lawsuits anonymously or under a pseudonym to safeguard their privacy. Your attorney can work to protect your identity throughout the process.
2. Right to File a Civil or Criminal Case
You can pursue a civil lawsuit for compensation or report the crime to the authorities to initiate a criminal investigation. The statute of limitations varies by state, but recent laws, such as New York’s Adult Survivors Act, have extended the time for victims to file claims regardless of when the abuse occurred.
3. Right to Legal Representation
As a victim, you have the right to an attorney who can guide you through the legal process. Experienced and successful attorneys, like those at Merson Law, can handle high-profile cases and ensure your voice is heard.
4. Right to Protection from Retaliation
It’s illegal for the abuser or any associated parties to retaliate against you for coming forward. Your attorney can take legal action if there are threats or harassment.
5. Right to Seek Compensation
If you choose to file a civil lawsuit, you can seek damages for emotional distress, medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Additionally, you may receive compensation for punitive damages if the court finds egregious conduct by Combs.
6. Right to Support Services
You have the right to access emotional and psychological support throughout the legal process. Many law firms, including Merson Law, provide access to trauma-informed counselors to help survivors navigate the emotional impact of coming forward.
7. Right to Justice Without Judgment
When you come forward, you have the right to seek justice without fear of judgment. Victim-blaming is not tolerated in the legal process.
8. Right to a Fair Legal Process
You have the right to a fair legal process, whether it involves a civil or criminal case. The courts are designed to provide impartial hearings where all the facts are presented, and your attorney will work to ensure that your rights are respected throughout.
If you or someone you know has been sexually abused by Sean Combs (also known as Diddy, Puff Daddy, or P. Diddy), it’s essential to act and seek justice. The Merson Law legal team – led by Jordan Merson and his esteemed Partner’s Jordan Rutsky and Giovanna Mabile – have years of successful experience in sexual abuse cases (see our cases against high profile entities, including the Catholic Church and The Boy Scouts of America) and has the experience needed to help survivors of high-profile abusers. Contact a skilled attorney today to begin your journey toward healing and justice.
