Trenton, NJ – Survivors of Abuse NJ, a law firm dedicated to advocating for survivors of sexual abuse, is hosting a free webinar to educate students, parents, and survivors on Title IX protections in NJ and the legal recourse available for victims of sexual abuse in educational institutions. This event, led by Managing Attorney Joseph L. Messa, Esq., will provide crucial information on students’ rights, reporting procedures, and legal options for survivors seeking justice against schools that fail to address sexual misconduct.
The webinar is designed to create a safe and informative space where survivors, their families, and advocates can gain essential knowledge about how Title IX laws protect students from sexual harassment and abuse in schools, colleges, and universities. The firm will soon announce further details, including the event’s date and time, on its official website.
Title IX is a federal civil rights law that prohibits sex-based discrimination in any educational program or activity that receives federal funding. This protection includes not only academic opportunities but also extends to safeguards against sexual harassment, sexual assault, and gender-based violence. Under this law, schools and universities have a legal obligation to investigate all reports of sexual misconduct and ensure a safe environment for every student. However, many survivors experience institutional neglect, victim-blaming, or outright dismissal when attempting to report abuse. All too often, schools fail to take appropriate action, leaving students without support or recourse. Survivors of Abuse NJ’s upcoming webinar will help clarify these issues by educating attendees on their rights, the obligations of schools under Title IX, and the legal pathways available to survivors in academic settings.
The virtual event will address several core topics. Attendees will learn what Title IX is and how it serves to protect students from various forms of sexual abuse. The webinar will explain how to recognize violations of Title IX within schools and universities, outlining common signs of institutional mishandling. It will also walk participants through the steps for filing a Title IX complaint and explain the legal process involved. Furthermore, the presentation will focus on how to hold institutions accountable through legal action against negligent schools and what resources are available for survivors of student sexual abuse.
“Title IX was designed to protect students from all forms of sexual discrimination and abuse,” said Joseph L. Messa, Esq., Managing Attorney at Survivors of Abuse NJ. “Unfortunately, too many schools fail to uphold these protections, leaving survivors to suffer in silence. Our goal with this webinar is to educate, empower, and support survivors as they navigate their legal rights.”
When schools and universities mishandle cases of sexual abuse, survivors are not without legal options. Under federal law, they can file a Title IX complaint with the U.S. Department of Education. In addition, survivors have the right to pursue a civil lawsuit against the school for negligence or failure to protect them, and, depending on the nature of the abuse, a criminal report may also be appropriate if the conduct qualifies as sexual assault under state law. Survivors may be eligible to receive compensation for emotional distress, medical bills, therapy costs, and even educational disruptions caused by the abuse. Survivors of Abuse NJ stands ready to provide the comprehensive legal representation needed to seek justice and accountability.
This free online event is open to a wide audience, including survivors of student sexual abuse who are seeking legal guidance, parents and guardians looking to better understand their children’s rights, advocates and nonprofit organizations that work with survivors, and educators and school administrators who want to improve their compliance with Title IX regulations.
Survivors of Abuse NJ invites students, parents, educators, and survivors to join this important conversation on Title IX rights and legal options. The webinar will include a Q&A session where attendees can ask questions anonymously. More information about the event, including how to register, will be available on the firm’s website.
“For many survivors, the first step toward justice is understanding their rights and knowing they are not alone,” said Messa. “We encourage anyone affected by sexual abuse in schools to attend this webinar and learn how they can take action.”
For survivors who need immediate legal assistance, Survivors of Abuse NJ offers confidential consultations to discuss legal options. Whether filing a Title IX complaint or pursuing a civil lawsuit, their experienced legal team is dedicated to holding schools accountable and securing justice for survivors.
For more information, call (848) 290-7929 or visit https://survivorsofabusenj.com for more details about the webinar and the firm’s legal services.
