Child Sexual Abuse and Seventh-Day Adventists
The Seventh-Day Adventist Church is a Christian denomination that has nearly 17 million members in more than 200 countries, including the United States. Like many other religious organizations, some clergy have been accused of sexually abusing children in the church. In several of these cases, the abuse survivors have alleged that the church failed to live up to its responsibility of protecting its members.
As courageous victims come forward to speak out about abuse within the Seventh-Day Adventist Church, more awareness will be created and future incidents of abuse may be prevented. At the law firm of Hartley Hampton, P.C., located in Houston, Texas, we represent victims of sexual abuse in religious organizations, including Seventh-Day Adventists. We appreciate how difficult it can be for victims to report abuse, especially against someone in their religious community. Our firm is prepared to take on those responsible for abuse, as well as any organizations who harbor and protect pedophiles and abusers.
Contact the law firm of experienced attorney Hartley Hampton and let us help you move forward with your life.
Patterns of Abuse Within the Seventh-Day Adventist Church
Sexual abuse occurs within the Seventh-Day Adventist Church for the same reason it occurs in all other churches: a minister violates the trust that his position confers; he commits an act of violence and degradation against a weak, vulnerable child who looked to him for protection. If his crime is discovered, it is too often concealed from law enforcement for the sake of the church's reputation.
Then, he does it again.
At Hartley Hampton, P.C., we know how to recognize these patterns of abuse and concealment within religious organizations. Confronting your abuser is an effective way to take that person out of a position of power and to prevent them from committing acts of abuse in the future. It can also help you obtain monetary compensation for your physical and emotional injuries and allow you to get the therapy and treatment necessary for the recovery process.
Confidential and Dedicated Legal Representation
If you are a the victim of abuse that has occurred within the Seventh-Day Adventist organization, contact lawyer Hartley Hampton to learn about your options. In more than 30 years of practice, Mr. Hampton has achieved successful resolutions for the survivors of abuse within religious organizations in Texas and across the United States. Call toll free to schedule a free initial consultation at 866-635-0811. We are committed to helping survivors of child sexual abuse find justice.
