Featured result
$8,700,000
Wrongful death — disputed liability
California
No fee unless we win
Child abuse attorney
Experience and compassion matter — we protect the rights of abused children.
- $250,000,000+
- Recovered for clients
- 7,500+
- Cases won
- 99.7%
- Win rate
Child abuse cases require experience, professionalism, and expertise. Nordean Law has protected the rights of abused children across California for many years — and we can protect yours.
How we help with your case
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Evaluate the case
Determine whether abuse occurred and who may be liable.
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Protect the child
Guide families through reporting and safety planning.
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Gather evidence
Document physical, emotional, sexual abuse, or neglect.
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Identify defendants
Hold abusers, guardians, institutions, and employers accountable.
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Navigate sensitive litigation
Handle these difficult cases with care and discretion.
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Pursue compensation
Seek damages for medical care, therapy, and suffering.
Child abuse can be physically, emotionally, and psychologically scarring
Experience, professionalism, and expertise are critical for an attorney to successfully represent your family. Child abuse cases are difficult for inexperienced lawyers. Our attorneys at Nordean Law have protected abused children across California and can protect your family's rights as well.
Injured? Get a free consultation — you pay nothing unless we win.
What constitutes child abuse?
Child abuse is anything that puts a child's emotional and/or physical health and development in danger. Abuse may be physical, emotional, sexual, or neglect.
Physical abuse may include:
- Shaking
- Hitting
- Kicking
- Burning
- Any other type of bodily harm
Emotional abuse interferes with a child's mental health and social development, and may include:
- Making fun of, belittling, or embarrassing the child
- Vulgar language directed at the child
- Name-calling
- Shouting or yelling at the child
Sexual abuse refers to sexual misconduct between an adult and a child, including:
- Forced viewing of sexual acts
- Sexual videos, games, pictures, or other images
- Exhibitionism
- Any other sexual misconduct
Neglect occurs when a guardian fails to provide for a child's development, including:
- Poor hygiene
- Improper supervision
- Negligent medical care
- Inadequate nourishment or clothing
- Unsafe housing
If you are a victim of child abuse or know someone who is, contact us to see if you have a legal action against the abuser.
Get legal help from Nordean Law
Don't keep the abuse to yourself. Call 888.254.3222 for a complimentary consultation with an experienced child abuse attorney.
Injury statistics
Public data cited for context — not legal advice.
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600,000+
U.S. children with maltreatment referrals (annual)
Children's Bureau / AFCARS · 2023
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2 years
CA deadline to file most injury lawsuits
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~3,807
Traffic fatalities in California (2024 est.)
NHTSA · 2024
Our results
Verified outcomes in related cases.
$1,583,000
Medical malpractice
California
$1,250,000
Traumatic brain injury
California
Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Each case depends on its own facts and applicable law.
Recent reviews from Google
Rated 5.0 on Google with 251 reviews — feedback from clients in related cases.
- 5 stars2 months ago
I had a great experience with Nordean Law, especially working with Jose. He was incredibly helpful throughout my entire case and made what could have been a stressful process feel smooth and manageable. He was always responsive and clear in his communication.
- 5 stars2 months ago
My husband's attorney — may Allah bless him. Professional attorney. Thank you a lot for everything.
“Going to court or negotiating a settlement is not akin to my client winning a lottery ticket. It's about balancing the scales; it's what they're owed.”
Frequently asked questions
Can a child abuse victim sue after becoming an adult?
California allows many survivors to file civil claims within specific time limits that may extend into adulthood. An attorney can explain which deadlines apply to your case.
Who can be held liable in a child abuse lawsuit?
Abusers, guardians who failed to protect the child, schools, daycares, churches, and other institutions that knew or should have known of the abuse may be liable.
Is a civil child abuse case different from criminal charges?
Yes. Criminal cases are prosecuted by the state. A civil lawsuit seeks compensation for the victim's medical care, therapy, and suffering. Both can proceed independently.
How can a lawyer help in a child abuse case?
An experienced attorney handles sensitive evidence, identifies all liable parties, coordinates with investigators, and pursues compensation while protecting the child's privacy and wellbeing.
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Areas we serve
Nordean Law represents injury victims throughout Orange County, California and Southern California.
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