The goal of a sexual abuse lawsuit is to establish the defendant’s liability and obtain full and fair compensation for the injured party, using the standard of preponderance of the evidence. In many sexual assault or abuse cases, suing the alleged perpetrator of the assault is not the only option. Depending on circumstances, other potentially liable parties may be responsible for the wrongdoing under legal theories such as: Negligence, when there was a duty to protect the child. Premises liability if there were missing or inadequate security measures. Negligent supervision despite a duty to screen and supervise employees. Many employers and organizations must provide a safe environment for children. Entities that owe a duty to children in their care and custody include: Schools and school districts Daycare centers Churches and religious schools Summer camps Youth sports leagues Athletic trainers and physical therapists Youth organizations such as Boy Scouts, 4-H, and Boys & Girls Club of America Hospitals and nursing homes Health care associations Ride-share services like Uber or Lyft