According to a survey, one in three women has been sexually harassed at work. That in itself is a shocking statistic, and it's one you have to contend with if you're accused of sexually assaulting another person. Fortunately, you can defend yourself, and these...
Sexual Assault
Revenge porn and virtual worlds: Digital defenses
Revenge porn allegations can get you into deep trouble. The people around you may be concerned that you actually committed this crime, straining your social circle. Or, your family may be the center of scrutiny, disrupting your family life. What is revenge porn,...
Texas Tech aims to reduce the risk of sexual assault on campus
Sexual assaults are typically preventable. When a person says no, the other person only needs to stop. However, when it comes to accusations, there are other factors that may play a role. Maybe a spurned ex wants to get back at you, or perhaps it's just a rumor that...
What should you know about being accused of sexual assault?
If you're accused of sexual assault, it's within your rights to defend yourself from the moment of accusation. It's not fair for a person to accuse you of assault if you didn't assault them, and even though the statistics might be weighed against you, the court can't...
Statutory rape: Defending yourself against the odds
It's no secret that a single lie can ruin a life when it comes to statutory rape. It's very easy for a younger person to lie and say that he or she is older than he or she is, especially when that person looks the part.Forcibly raping a person is not acceptable and...
Sexual harassment in the workplace can threaten your livelihood
Sexual harassment is a serious concern in workplaces and public locations. It affects both males and females, and it doesn't necessarily have to be a person of the opposite sex who commits this crime. It can happen often or be sporadic, but the fact is that it's...
Are there different kinds of sexual assault?
Sexual assault comes in a number of forms, and if you've been accused, you'll need to know exactly what it is the alleged victim says you've done. For example, rape is a form of sexual assault, and it's when a person is penetrated by a body part or object without his...
Torrey Green claims innocence amidst sexual assault claims
Being accused of sexual assault is something you should take seriously. While it's possible to have the case against you dropped, if you don't protect yourself from the start, your reputation can be put at risk. As rumors spread of your alleged role in a sex-assault...
20-year-old man faces charges for sexual assault in Texas
Sexual assault charges can occur for a number of reasons, but the story that has been reported in the news draws attention to a problem that could occur more in the age of the Internet. When teens and adults get online, it's simple for one person to lie about his or...
Man accused of sexual assaults because of car purchase
There are times when people accuse others of sexual assault without all the information needed to do so. Someone may mistakenly be accused of the crime based on what he or she looks like or a case of a mistaken identity. If that person is you, then you know that...