Mehul Dixit, a pediatric nephrologist since 2004, has been arrested in Hinds County, Mississippi. He is charged with two felony counts of sexual battery of a vulnerable person. A pediatric nephrologist is a children's kidney and urinary tract specialist. ...
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Palm Beach Behavioral Health Tech Edy Velasquez Guilty of Sexual Misconduct Against Patient
Edy Velazquez, a behavioral health technician at Lucida pleaded guilty to criminal charges that he sexually assaulted a female patient.
How do you report a doctor for sexual abuse?
No Florida patient expects to experience anything but respect and professionalism from their doctors. Sadly, some fall victim to sexual abuse by the same professionals they expect to help them. If you have experienced this situation, you can take charge and report the...
People with disabilities can face barriers addressing sexual abuse
Sexual abuse does not discriminate. Survivors can come from every walk of life. At the same time, survivors with physical and cognitive disabilities can face additional barriers when it comes to stopping and advocating for themselves when facing sexual abuse. What...
If There are Red Flags, Trust Your Gut Instincts Regarding Doctor Sex Abuse
Horowitz Law is now evaluating any claims of sexual misconduct by a doctor, nurse, or any other medical professional. Contact us today for a free consultation.
Sexual misconduct in Florida
Sexual abuse is a problem throughout the country, including Florida. Cases occur in medical settings, churches, Hollywood, and under many other circumstances. But it's sometimes difficult for victims to know whether or not the incident that made them feel...
Class Action Lawsuit Filed By Multiple Women Sexually Abused by ICU Nurse Against a Colorado Hospital
Horowitz Law is now evaluating legal claims for anyone sexually abused by nurse Christopher Lambros or by anyone at St. Mary’s Hospital in Grand Junction, Colorado. Contact us today.
Separating fact from fiction: 5 myths surrounding sexual abuse
The narrative surrounding sexual abuse is changing. More people realize that survivors are not responsible for what happened to them and that we must do more to protect others from similar mistreatment. However, there is still plenty of misinformation floating around...
The holidays can be hard for survivors – here’s how you can cope
The holidays are often associated with joy, celebration and spending time with loved ones. However, for many sexual abuse survivors, it can trigger memories of traumatic events or place them in front of people who are unsupportive or apathetic to their situation....
Putting an end to the sexual abuse of patients in the United States
Florida residents expect to be treated with care when they visit a medical professional. Unfortunately, some people who seek medical attention become sexual abuse survivors. Now, people throughout the country are purposing ways to end sexual crimes in the healthcare...