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1 Answer | Asked in Sexual Harassment, Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury for Texas on
Q: How to start a case after being sexually harassed at a doctor's office in Texas?

I was physically sexually harassed during an ultrasound appointment at a doctor's office. I reported the incident via email to the office, and the primary care physician himself called me back. He mentioned that the ultrasound technician has been there for 15 years but did not give me his... View More

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Mar 12, 2025

I’m assuming you do not work for this physician.

The term “sexual harassment” in the legal context refers to a particular type of claim arising in the workplace. There really isn’t an independent legal claim for sexual harassment arising outside the employment relationship....
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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation, Criminal Law, Sexual Harassment, Family Law and Personal Injury for Texas on
Q: What law practice does suing for child abuse and neglect fall under and how to find a lawyer for such an incident

This would include assault of a child, neglect of any type and sexual harassment

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Feb 3, 2025

If the lawsuit will be against someone for monetary damages, the lawsuit falls into the area of practice known as personal injury law.

If the lawsuit will be to terminate or modify the parent-child relationship, it falls with the area of practice known as family law.

These types...
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1 Answer | Asked in Sexual Harassment and Criminal Law for Texas on
Q: What do I do if someone black mailed me into nudes and now is harassing me and trying to ruin my life with them

They know all of my personal information and even somehow figure out who I’m friends with at my college I’m about to start at that they would have no way of knowing. I’m currently 18 but was a minor when all of the original blackmail to recive the nudes they have took place.

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Aug 9, 2024

Federal law prohibits the production, distribution, reception, and possession of an image of child pornography using or affecting any means or facility of interstate or foreign commerce. Federal law defines child pornography as any visual depiction of sexually explicit conduct involving a minor... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Sexual Harassment and Civil Rights for Texas on
Q: (Texas) Recently I saw a man take a picture of a woman's covered buttocks in a public grocery store Is this a crime?

I live in Texas this happened in a grocery store self checkout line with cameras everywhere. what would he be charged with?

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on May 20, 2024

He would probably not be charged with anything unless he took the picture inside a restroom or other private place. Generally speaking, anyone can take a photograph or video of anyone else in a public place where there is no expectation of privacy, like a grocery store aisle.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Sexual Harassment for Texas on
Q: What are the ethics rules when a patient sexually assaults their doctor and the doctor continues to treat the patient?

A doctor is sexually assaulted by their patient, does not report the situation to law enforcement, and continues to treat the patient for another two years until their death. Is the doctor violating any ethics rules? Does the doctor have an obligation to refer the patient to a new physician who... View More

John Cucci Jr.
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answered on Apr 15, 2024

That's a horrible story!

The patient should have gone to jail!

Each State has ethical rules with which every Doctor must comply as part of having a license to practice medicine.

However, none of the rules limit the rights of any doctor, who is a victim of a crime....
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1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law, Sexual Harassment and Criminal Law for Texas on
Q: sexually assaulted by a franchise owner. Corp investigated & found evidence but I have seen no disciplinary action.

I’m told franchisee must exit the system but i have seen no action. What do I do next? What should I expect? What’s a typical outcome? I’m a corporate employee/the assualter is a restaurant franchise owner. How do I trust anything has been done? I have been waiting months after the official... View More

Derek Allen Colvin
Derek Allen Colvin
answered on Apr 2, 2024

Sorry to hear about what happened to you. This sounds like a difficult issue for you and your employer to navigate. You should talk to a local attorney about your rights and any remedies that may have available to you. Sexual assault is also a crime that should not be taken lightly. If the... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Sexual Harassment for Texas on
Q: Victims' rights in online case summaries in a sexual assault case.

I know the victims in a sexual assault case that was summarized and published online. Why don't the victims have any say in how the case is presented, and why is the summary incomplete or misleading?

John Cucci Jr.
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answered on Feb 17, 2025

I am unaware of the published summaries you mention. There are laws to protect the sex crime victims. I would call the TX bar association about that publication. Be sure you have the date, author and reason for it.

Good Luck!

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law, Sexual Harassment and Civil Rights for Texas on
Q: Suspended after false harassment claim, recourse?

I was under HR investigation at work for sexual harassment, but the allegations are false. During the investigation, I was suspended for a week without a chance to defend myself. I am a middle-aged white male, new in the position, and most employees are Hispanic females. My employer sent an email... View More

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Feb 15, 2025

Probably not against the employer. Very possibly against the individual(s) who made the false accusations.

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law and Sexual Harassment for Texas on
Q: Can I sue walmart for favoritism and not enforcing rules on sexual misconduct

I told my manager about a co worker who was telling me about porn and him liking Loli porn. My manager has a minor on the team and it disturbed me and I told the manager. He then told me to not tell anyone about it and if I did he’d be pissed and I’d get in trouble. Then today the same guy... View More

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Jan 31, 2025

Theoretically, but what legally compensable damages have you suffered as a result of the described conduct? Were you fired or demoted for reporting this conduct to your manager?

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Medical Malpractice and Sexual Harassment for Texas on
Q: Civil rights violation lawsuit? Helped my bf plan and execute a way to sexually exploit him voluntarily and humiliate me

He hatched out a plan with fourth floor telemetry to be used as a sex doll, even when I was around. The bed he was in was not a normal hospital bed, it had a sunk in underside with an extra mattress to hide someone in. The mattresses parted down the center from side to side. I have pics of them... View More

James L. Arrasmith
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answered on Jan 5, 2025

I'm truly sorry you're going through this difficult situation. It's important to reach out to a qualified attorney who can help you understand your rights and guide you through the process of filing a civil rights violation lawsuit.

Additionally, consider contacting local law...
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1 Answer | Asked in Medical Malpractice and Sexual Harassment for Texas on
Q: I was sexual assaulted and harassed by an other patient at a detox facility. Is this medical malpractice?
John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Nov 7, 2024

Probably not since it was a patient. Your civil claim against your attacker would most likely be characterized as sexual battery.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Family Law, Domestic Violence and Sexual Harassment for Texas on
Q: Hi, how can I print out a case to read if I'm not a lawyer
John Cucci Jr.
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answered on Feb 1, 2024

Each county in Texas has it's own website. On most web sites, you can get basic access to the court records of criminal cases. If the county you are concerned with does not have such access, you can go to the Clerk's office and ask for a print out of any charges against anyone.

Good Luck!

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Sexual Harassment for Texas on
Q: When investigating a case of aggravated sexual assault can CPS accuse a child of assault on another child in home

CPS showed up they claimed a report had been my accused my 14yr old son to have been sexually assaulting my 6 yr old son after they found that was not happening they arrested him on a report that the school administration reported that a student claimed she was sexually assault by my son. Should... View More

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Jan 30, 2024

If CPS received a report that your 14 yr old son sexually assaulted your 6 yr old son, they have a legal obligation to investigate it. This is true even if they received another report that your 14 yr old son sexually assaulted a girl at school.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Domestic Violence and Sexual Harassment for Texas on
Q: What can I do to defend myself when the two people, one who sexually assaulted and physically assaults are sheltered?

My mother knows that she been sheltering the person who sexual assaulted for years now and the other person has recently physically assaulted me. Both of them being under the same person.

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Oct 2, 2023

You should secure your own residence and not give your mother or either of the aggressors access to you at your home or workplace. Do not visit your mother’s home and, if you need to see her, use Zoom or a similar teleconferencing app or meet her in a public place. Leave immediately if you see... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Civil Rights, Domestic Violence and Sexual Harassment for Texas on
Q: Wen arrested can P O denie u from getting ur own appointed lawyer or tell u that by force u have to get the lawyer they

Appoint u…. And wen talking on fone with family Can they stand next to u and listen to ur conversation and if they hear anything u say they dnt like Can they take the fone from u and hang up the fone from u

Grant St Julian III
Grant St Julian III
answered on Aug 28, 2023

What you describe, in my opinion, is not illegal. Talk with your lawyer. Good luck

1 Answer | Asked in Sexual Harassment for Texas on
Q: So what if a 15 and 16 year old one in Texas and one in New York have sent sexual messages, is that illegal?

And yes they both consented

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Aug 18, 2023

It is not illegal to consensually send sexually explicit messages to one another.

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Discrimination, Employment Law and Sexual Harassment for Texas on
Q: Do I have a right to file a lawsuit against my ex employer even though some of the incidents have happened in the past
John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Jun 12, 2023

Most lawsuits involve incident that happened in the past. But there is a statute of limitations which may be a defense to a lawsuit if the events occurred too long ago.

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce, Domestic Violence and Sexual Harassment for Texas on
Q: I Just had last minute surgery. Court is Tues. I was never told a new hearing date for continuance. How can I file then?

Pro se- Efile in Texas. Only order given was of a final hearing April 11 that was post marked March 22. I called multiple times explaining the ordeal and just getting transferred and not helped. I also need more time for evidence and legal.

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Apr 10, 2023

You need to file a verified motion for continuance attaching an affidavit or sworn declaration detailing the medical issue and necessity for your surgery. It would be beneficial to attach sufficient medical records to demonstrate your procedure is not elective and cannot wait.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Sexual Harassment, Social Security and White Collar Crime for Texas on
Q: Ok so I find a RV at a storage yard, inside of the RV are the keys and the title. The previous owner is either dead or j
Penny Wymyczak-White
Penny Wymyczak-White
answered on Dec 19, 2022

The owner of the storage yard has to contact the owner of the RV before anything be done with the RV

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Family Law, Medical Malpractice and Sexual Harassment for Texas on
Q: yes I had an endoscopy done and on my pre op exam the doctor made a comment before checking my prostate "now for the fun

I had a endoscopy done and on my pre opp exam the doctor made a comment to me "now for the fun part" as he proceeded to tell me to pull my knees to my chest and press out as he checked my prostate, He did not indicate he was going to do that other thatn tell ing "npw for the fun... View More

Penny Wymyczak-White
Penny Wymyczak-White
answered on Nov 20, 2022

Change doctors, I dont think you have a lawsuit, You have a doctor with no common sense,

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