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Seeking Justice Against Misconduct
Understanding the California Lookback Window
California’s lookback window is a crucial legal provision that temporarily lifts the statute of limitations on sexual abuse cases, allowing some survivors to file lawsuits, even when the conduct took place long ago. This window allows individuals affected by Dr. Brock’s alleged misconduct, even some who encountered him years ago, to seek justice and compensation. If you believe you may have a claim, now is the time to contact our firm to understand your rights and options.
Case Overview
UCLA Dr. James Heaps: Allegations and Lawsuits Explained
Dr. James Heaps, a former UCLA gynecologist, was sentenced to 11 years in prison for sexually abusing female patients over a 35-year career. He was convicted of multiple charges, including sexual battery by fraud and sexual penetration of patients, while many other allegations resulted in lawsuits against UCLA. Survivors accused Heaps of groping, harassment, and invasive exams, highlighting a systemic failure by UCLA to act on complaints.
The lawsuits led UCLA to pay nearly $700 million in settlements, a record for a public university. Over 5,500 patients were eligible for compensation through a tiered settlement structure. UCLA has since implemented new procedures for addressing sexual misconduct, aiming to prevent future abuses and protect patient safety.
Do I Have a Case?
California’s lookback window is a critical legal provision that temporarily lifts the statute of limitations on sexual abuse cases, allowing survivors to file lawsuits even for misconduct that occurred long ago. This window enables individuals affected by Dr. James Heaps’ abuse, even years ago, to seek justice and compensation. If you believe you have a claim, now is the time to contact our firm to explore your rights and options.
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Jennifer McGrath
Jennifer McGrath was lead counsel in Jane Doe vs. The Regents of the University of California, et.al. She and Darren Kavinoky represented 312 brave women who are survivors of alleged sexual predator UCLA gynecologist Dr. James Heaps, which resulted in the largest sex abuse settlement of 2022. She is also well-known for representing Terry Bollea-- aka professional wrestling icon Hulk Hogan-- against media giant Gawker.com for the site’s unauthorized release of a private video. She helped earn Bollea a $140 Million verdict— the second-largest invasion of privacy jury verdict in the United States at the time.
Darren Kavinoky
Darren Kavinoky is an award-winning lawyer with several dozen winning trial verdicts. He and Jennifer McGrath represented more than 300 women who alleged sexual abuse by Dr. James Heaps and UCLA. Darren has worked as a TV legal analyst for Entertainment Tonight and The Insider, and as a regular contributor to CNN and HLN. He was the co-creator and host of crime TV shows Deadly Sins and Did He Do It? on Investigation Discovery. Most importantly, his deep understanding of criminal law helps his sexual abuse clients should they wish to be involved in criminal proceedings. Darren’s vast media experience and relationships help ensure accountability both in court and in the court of public opinion.
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If you’ve experienced sexual abuse, McGrath Kavinoky LLP offers free, confidential consultations. Let us help you seek justice and take the first step toward healing with compassionate, experienced legal support.
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