Nadrich Accident Injury Lawyers is helping sexual assault survivors file claims under the newly passed California Assembly Bill 250.
The newly passed bill gives survivors with previously expired civil claims two more years to sue.
Call our sexual assault lawyers today for a FREE, confidential consultation at (800) 718-4658 or contact us if you or a loved one is a survivor of sexual assault in need of assistance.
What Our Experienced Sexual Abuse Lawyers Can Do for You
- We can help you recover the justice, closure and compensation you deserve and need to feel empowered, move forward with your life and get the care that you need to heal.
- We will help you navigate the legal landscape with sensitivity, care and a trauma-informed approach, as we understand sexual assault’s profound impact on lives.
- Our lawyers will make sure you receive individualized attention so we can make sure you are cared for.
- We will use our extensive resources to hold sexual assault perpetrators accountable.
- Our team will provide you with a free, confidential consultation where we will answer all of your questions as well as advise you on what your legal options are.
- We can seek restitution for psychological effects, emotional trauma and physical injuries.
- We will not charge any fee to represent you until we win your case.
- We can provide you with our expertise and experience, as we have been handling sexual abuse cases for over 35 years and have recovered over $750,000,000 for our clients.
Key Provisions of California AB250
- Revives claims: The bill creates a brand new filing windows for claims involving adult sexual assault which were previously barred via California’s statute of limitations.
- Timeframe: Sexual assault survivors can file lawsuits from January 1, 2026 to December 31, 2027.
- Perpetrator liability: The bill allows for claims against perpetrators without having to prove that an entity “covered up” the assault.
- Entity liability: The bill allows for claims against entities when plaintiffs allege that the entities were legally responsible and “covered up” the assault.
- Definition of “cover up”: The definition includes actions like attempting to hide evidence or using non-disclosure agreements to stop info from reaching the public.
- Related claims: The bill revives related claims, like sexual harassment or wrongful termination, which are linked to assaults.
- Exemptions: Public entities aren’t subject to the provisions. Finalized claims aren’t included.
- Sponsors: Assembly Majority Leader Cecilia Aguiar-Curry sponsored the bill. The bill was supported by organizations such as Equal Rights Advocates and the California Employment Lawyers Association.
What Is California Assembly Bill 250?
- AB 250 is known as the Justice for Sexual Assault Survivors Act.
- The bill allows for sexual assault survivors to file lawsuits against perpetrators and entities who cover up sexual assaults, even if the lawsuits were previously barred by an expired statute of limitations.
- The bill was authored to give sexual assault survivors a second chance after courts struggled to interpret AB 2777.
- AB 250 extends and clarifies the revival window which AB 2777 created.
- Critically, while AB 2777 only allowed survivors to file lawsuits against entities who cover up sexual assaults, AB 250 allows survivors to file lawsuits against perpetrators without having to allege that the perpetrators covered up the assaults.
- While AB 2777 only allowed survivors to file claims until December 31, 2026, AB 250 allows survivors to file claims until December 31, 2027.
- The scope of AB2777 has been described as overbroad and vague in a way which could lead to subjective claims.
- AB 250 opens a two-year revival window for previously expired sexual assault lawsuits.
- The bill applies to both individual abusers and institutions that enabled or covered up abuase.
- The bill’s effective date is January 1, 2026.
What California AB 250 Means for Survivors
- Survivors of sexual assault whose civil claims previously expired now have two more years to file a lawsuit.
- This applies regardless of when the assault occurred, as long as certain criteria are met.
- The bill allows for survivors to pursue claims against perpetrators as well as institutions like churches, entertainment companies or universities.
- The bill extends access to justice for those silenced by fear, trauma or prior legal deadlines.
Who Qualifies to File Under California AB250
- Adults who were sexually assaulted at any time and whose civil claims expired prior to January 1, 2026
- Sexual assault survivors whose cases were dismissed under confusion stemming from AB 2777
- Individuals who can show that an organization covered up their sexual assault
- Survivors whose cases involve sexual misconduct under employment or power dynamics
How Long Do Survivors Have to File?
- AB 250 establishes a two-year revival window, from January 1, 2026 to December 31, 2027.
- This means that if your claim expired prior to January 1, 2026 because of California’s sexual assault statute of limitations, beginning on January 1, 2026, you will have until December 31, 2027 to file a lawsuit.
- Survivors must file by the deadline to preserve their legal rights.
- Filing early ensures access to evidence, witnesses and qualified attorneys.
FAQs
When Does the California Assembly Bill 250 Revival Window Start and End?
AB 250’s revival window begins on January 1, 2026 and ends on December 31, 2027.
How is California AB 250 Different From California AB 2777?
- AB 2777 only opened a new filing window for survivors to file lawsuits against entities who covered up sexual assault. It did not allow for survivors to file a lawsuit against perpetrators of sexual assault.
- AB 250 opens a new filing window for survivors to file lawsuits against sexual assault perpetrators as well as entities who cover up sexual assault.
- AB 2777 opened up a new filing window which expired on December 31, 2026.
- AB 250 opens a new filing window which expires on December 31, 2027.
Can Survivors Sue Institutions Like Schools, Employers or Churches?
- Yes, AB 250 allows for lawsuits against individual perpetrators as well as third parties who covered up sexual assault.
- However, AB 250 does not allow for lawsuits against public entities.
- “Public entity” is defined by California Civil Code 8036 as a political subdivision, public corporation, public agency, public authority, district, city, county, Regents of the University of California, or the state.
Contact a Sexual Assault Attorney Today
If you’re a survivor of sexual assault in need of assistance, here are some reasons why our sexual assault lawyers are equipped to help you:
- We have been fighting for those harmed by predators’ despicable actions for over 35 years.
- Our team has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for clients.
- We are sensitive to your right to privacy.
- Our lawyers and staff are here in order to support you through your traumatic experience.
- We are here to help you feel secure, safe and confident through the whole process.
- Our team can connect you with support services and therapists.
- We will collaborate with law enforcement in order to make sure your rights get protected.
- Our legal team can help you to move forward as well as prevent similar crimes from happening again in the future.
- We help survivors review legal options in a supportive, safe environment.
- Our team will help you at no cost out-of-pocket.
Call us today for a FREE, confidential consultation at (800) 718-4658 or contact us if you or a loved one is a sexual assault survivor.
