$950,000
Settlement obtained at mediation where a boss verbally and sexually abused his assistant.
San Francisco Boy Scout Sexual Abuse Lawyer
With Over 10 Years of Experience, Rene Potter Provides Focused and Aggressive Representation.
No Success, No Fee.
No fees are charged unless and until we achieve a successful resolution in your case.
Boy Scouts of America and Sexual Abuse Cases
Boy Scout sexual abuse survivors from California, including the San Francisco Bay Area, were part of one of the largest sexual abuse mass tort cases in U.S. history, with a settlement involving more than 82,000 people. The scale of the $2.46 billion Boy Scout sexual abuse settlement shows the extent of the widespread abuse and how many families have been affected. The result of this mass tort lawsuit is a milestone for survivors who filed civil claims seeking accountability, justice, and compensation, while exposing decades of abuse and institutional failures.
Attorney Litigation Areas:
Sexual Abuse Survivors, Mass Tort, Sexual Assault, Sexual Harassment
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Case Results
Millions in settlements obtained from employers who directly harmed or failed to protect their employees from sexual assault or harassment. Recent results:
$750,000
Pre-litigation. Strong female employee in the construction industry sexually harassed by multiple male co-workers.
$750,000
Pre-litigation. Account executive sexually assaulted by VP of Sales at a work convention.
$600,000
Young female nurse sexually assaulted by clinic owner.
$275,000
Female assistant manager at apartment complex management company sexually and racially harassed.
$275,000
Male nurse sexually harasses female nurse.
Attorney Rene Potter is Ready to Fight for You.
Rene Potter, head attorney at The Law Office of Rene Potter, has devoted her career to defending sexual assault survivors and employees. Having graduated Magna Cum Laude from California Western School of Law, she enriched her professional acumen through an externship with the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California. Rene focuses her career on sexual assault both in and out of employment and employment matters involving sexual harassment, discrimination, retaliation and wrongful termination. She deeply engages on every case, and her highest priority is getting her clients justice.
Voices of Victory
Chronicles of Client Gratification and Victorious Case Results
"I worked with a man named Michael. He sexually harassed me and assaulted me. He had an emotional effect on me [and] I was having suicidal thoughts because I just couldn’t keep up with it. Rene is amazing. She just kept standing for me, like, “I believe in you and I believe in your case,” and just kept fighting. She has experience with these types of cases and assured me, like, “No. I didn't deserve this or I didn't do anything wrong.” It actually gave me the confidence to keep moving forward and knowing that I was doing the right thing.
Client, Anonymous
"When I lost my job, I was really desperate because I knew that I was a victim of wrongful termination. I asked for help. It was a relief for me because I have a family that I need to feed, and I have bills to pay. It's totally life-changing to me because of their [Attorney Rene Potter’s] help, you know, I was able to start a new life. Me and my wife were able to move on. I've got a better job right now. The way they [The Law Office of Rene Potter] handle their clients, they treat you as a family. Not just like a client, but as a family.
Client, Anonymous
Types of Sexual Abuse Cases We Handle
Our law firm represents survivors in sexual abuse mass tort cases, working to hold institutions and others accountable for the harm they have caused:
- Clergy Sexual Assault
- Coach Sexual Abuse
- Doctor Sexual Assault
- Nursing Home Sexual Abuse
- Teacher Sexual Assault
- University/School Sexual Abuse
- Women’s Prison Sexual Abuse
- Boy Scouts Sexual Abuse
- Police Sexual Assault
- Sexual Assault on Cruise Ships
- Sexual Abuse in Foster Care
- Rideshare Sexual Assault
- Sexual Abuse in the Entertainment Industry
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Client Centered Approach for Sexual Assault and Employment Matters
Achieving Justice using a No Success, No Fee Structure.
Experienced Legal Counsel
The Law Office of Rene Potter focuses exclusively on providing dedicated legal representation in sensitive sexual assault cases and complex employment matters.
No Success, No Fee.
We operate on a contingency fee basis. This means we will not charge you any fees for our legal services until and unless we successfully achieve a favorable resolution in your case. Your success is our priority, and you won't owe us anything for our time or effort unless we win or settle your claim.
Your Victory is Our Victory
We select our cases carefully, keeping our caseload at a level which never dilutes the personal experience we provide to our clients. We take our clients’ cases personally, and fight aggressively to not only obtain you monetary compensation, but vindication.
Dedicated Legal Team
At The Law Office of Rene Potter, our experienced team fights tirelessly for your rights. Our own experiences as employees and with loved ones who have experienced sexual assault equip us with a deep understanding and empathy for your situation, fueling our passion to litigate your case aggressively and to secure you a victory.
Boy Scout Sexual Abuse Can Have Devastating Effects
what they experienced. The impact of the abuse can affect their lives for many years and cause a variety of consequences, including:
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Trauma can trigger intrusive memories, nightmares, or sudden panic that surfaces without warning. These symptoms make it difficult for survivors to feel safe or find a sense of stability in their daily lives.
- Depression and Anxiety
The emotional weight of the abuse may cause survivors to struggle with feelings of sadness, fear, or constant worry. These persistent feelings can affect their ability to function professionally, academically, and socially.
- Substance Abuse
Some survivors cope with the abuse they experienced by using alcohol or drugs to numb their pain or escape traumatic memories. This can escalate into dependency and addiction, complicating the path to healing.
- Relationship Issues
Feelings of betrayal and vulnerability make it difficult for survivors to trust and build close relationships, and they often avoid emotional intimacy.
Practice Areas
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San Francisco Attorney for Boy Scouts Sex Abuse Survivors
Survivors of Boy Scout sexual abuse can work with a California Boy Scouts
sexual abuse attorney to update their claim if it was included in the mass tort case involving the Boy Scouts of America. A lawyer can pursue payment distributions for victims and help them navigate the Scouting Settlement Trust for victims if they filed claims before November 2020, but new claims can’t be filed against the Boy Scouts of America. They can be filed against individual abusers and other institutions.
Boy Scouts Sex Abuse FAQs
Our frequently asked questions provide clear answers to common concerns about sexual abuse, harassment, and survivors’ rights. This section is designed to help you understand your legal options, what steps to take, and how an attorney can support you through the process.
What should I do if I suspect someone is a victim of Boy Scout sexual abuse?
If you know someone who may be a victim of Boy Scout sexual abuse, gently encourage them to speak with a professional who can support them and connect them with resources. When they’re ready, ourBoy Scout sexual abuse lawyer can explain the available legal options to pursue justice against individual abusers.
Can survivors of Boy Scout sexual abuse file a lawsuit against the organization?
While California law has extended deadlines for survivors of childhood sexual abuse, since the Boy Scouts of America organization filed bankruptcy, Boy Scout-related claims are now governed by the Scouting Settlement Trust instead of filing new lawsuits against the Boy Scouts of America organization. A Boy Scout sexual abuse attorney can still help survivors who were part of the mass tort lawsuit receive compensation from the Scouting Settlement Trust or file lawsuits against abusers like Boy Scout leaders who enabled the abuse and are not protected under the Bankruptcy plan.
Are there time limits for filing a Boy Scout sexual abuse lawsuit in California?
Due to the Boy Scouts of America bankruptcy settlement, the deadline to file a claim against the Boy Scouts organization was November 2020. Survivors who submitted a claim before the deadline can receive compensation from the Scouting Settlement Trust.
Can a lawsuit be filed against individual leaders or volunteers?
Pursuing a case against individual Scout leaders, volunteers, or those who enabled abuse, is one of the last legal paths available for survivors of Boy Scout sexual abuse. The Boy Scouts of America bankruptcy settlement does not shield individual perpetrators from being sued, so a San Francisco sexual abuse lawyer can still file lawsuits against these individuals in California.
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