$950,000
Settlement obtained at mediation where a boss verbally and sexually abused his assistant.
San Francisco Entertainment Industry Sexual Abuse Attorney
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.
Sexual Abuse In The Entertainment Industry
Sexual abuse and exploitation are widespread in the entertainment field, where power imbalances and secrecy allow misconduct to go unchecked. High‑profile civil sexual abuse lawsuits in California have involved large groups of survivors coming forward against Harvey Weinstein and Nickelodeon for sexual assault in the entertainment industry, as well as harassment, and creating an enabling environment protecting perpetrators. The number of plaintiffs and litigation were similar to sexual abuse mass tort cases. As more sexual abuse survivors report this type of abuse and file civil lawsuits, it reveals how prevalent it is in the entertainment industry.
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
- Boy Scouts Sexual Abuse
- Police Sexual Assault
- Sexual Abuse in Foster Care
- Rideshare Sexual Assault
- Sexual Abuse in the Entertainment Industry
- Women’s Prison Sexual Abuse
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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.
Reporting Sexual Abuse in the Entertainment Industry
Reporting sexual abuse that happened while working in the entertainment industry is a personal decision that can feel overwhelming. Survivors who work as entertainers may be concerned about damaging their careers or experiencing retaliation. An entertainment industry sexual abuse attorney can offer guidance on where and how to safely report abuse, and advise you about the best legal action needed to hold those responsible accountable for the harm you’ve suffered.
Why You Need an Entertainment Industry Sexual Abuse Lawyer
An entertainment industry sexual abuse lawyer allows you to have the benefits of an advocate who understands how the entertainment industry operates. They know how to investigate misconduct and gather evidence. They also understand how power imbalances in the entertainment industry sometimes silence survivors. They can build a legal strategy to protect your rights and ensure all responsible parties are brought to justice.
Practice Areas
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Sexual Abuse in Entertainment Industry 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.
Will my case go public if I pursue legal action?
Filing a sexual abuse lawsuit doesn’t necessarily mean that your identity will be revealed or that the details of your case will be exposed to the public. Your San Francisco sexual abuse lawyer can petition the court to keep your information confidential and anonymous. Even if your case could attract media attention, your lawyer can minimize disclosure and safeguard your privacy during the legal process.
Can I pursue a case against an entertainment company or only the individual abuser?
If you’re a survivor of sexual abuse, you may have the option to pursue a legal case against both the entertainment company as well as your abuser. If a studio, agency, or entertainment company was aware of the abuse and enabled it to continue, or failed to keep you safe, they can be found negligent. A sexual abuse lawyer can evaluate the facts of your case and explain how the laws apply to your situation.
What compensation can I expect from a sexual abuse case in the entertainment industry?
Survivors of sexual abuse in the entertainment industry can seek compensation for the psychological trauma, physical harm, and financial hardship they have suffered. Final compensation can include the cost of counseling, medical care, lost income, and courts may consider the long-term effects that have affected the victim’s life. Each case is unique. The exact amount of compensation awarded in a case depends on the quality of the evidence, the severity of the abuse, and whether the entertainment company knew about the abuse and enabled it to continue.
Are there organizations that support victims in the entertainment industry?
Non-profit organizations and advocacy groups provide resources like emotional support, counseling, education, and guidance about reporting abuse for performers who have been sexually abused while working in the entertainment industry. An entertainment industry sexual harassment lawyer can help survivors pursue justice and take legal action.
Can minors working in the entertainment industry be victims of sexual abuse?
Sexual abuse in Hollywood and the entertainment industry can make minors vulnerable to predatory behavior, and it's a serious issue. Children who are performers deserve to be protected from adults in positions of authority who misuse their influence. An experienced entertainment industry sexual assault attorney can help ensure minors are protected, investigate misconduct, and take legal steps to hold entertainment companies and abusers accountable for sexual abuse.
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