Sexual Assault and Abuse Claims Against Bosses and CEOs

Last Updated: 01-07-2026

Our Lawyers Represent Victims of Workplace Sexual Assault and Sexual Abuse Nationwide

Attorney Lynette S. Byrd
Sexual Abuse and Sexual Assault Team Lead
Former DOJ Attorney

You shouldn’t fear for your safety where you work, and under no circumstances should you feel pressured or coerced to provide a sexual quid pro quo. Yet, these are realities that employees—mostly, but not exclusively, women—experience far too often.

If you have been sexually assaulted, harassed, or abused by your boss or CEO, you have clear legal rights. Not only might you have a claim against your employer, but you might also have a claim directly against your boss or CEO. Individuals who abuse their positions of authority and show conduct of a sexual nature deserve to be held fully accountable, and sexual assault survivors deserve to be fully compensated for the physical, psychological, and financial harm they suffer as a result of their ordeal.

We Represent Employees in Sexual Violence Claims Against Their Bosses and CEOs

Our lawyers represent employees in sexual assault and abuse claims against their bosses and CEOs nationwide. We also handle related sexual harassment, attempted rape, and discrimination claims against our clients’ employers. If you have been reporting sexual assault in the workplace, we can help you, and we strongly encourage you to contact us so that we can get to work on your case as soon as possible.

Here are just some of the ways our lawyers and investigators can assist you in a sexual assault incident:

We Can Collect the Evidence Needed to Prove Your Legal Rights

Even if you report sexual assault or sexual abuse to the national sexual assault hotline or your employer (which you should), you should not rely on your employer to conduct a comprehensive and unbiased investigation. While this might happen, it also might not. Our lawyers and investigators will work quickly to gather the evidence needed to prove your legal rights when reporting most sexual assaults—handling the investigation with your best interests in mind.

We Can Work with the Authorities on Your Behalf

Our lawyers and investigators will also work with the authorities on your behalf. Sexual assault incidents and sexual abuse are physical abuse crimes, and in addition to reporting what happened to your employer, you should also report it to the police. If you have not done so already, our team can do so for you, and we can continue working with the investigating officers for the remainder of the process.

We Can Make Sure Your Employer Treats You Fairly

Many victims of boss and CEO sexual assault and abuse understandably have concerns about what will happen to their jobs if they speak up. But, victim blaming and retaliating against employees who report sexual assault and abuse is prohibited under both state and federal law. If you are still employed, our lawyers can help make sure your employer treats you fairly, and if necessary, we can take legal action against your employer for unlawful retaliation.

We Can Calculate the Damages You Deserve to Recover

Sexual assaults and child sexual abuse can have life-altering consequences. The psychological effects of victimization can endure long after any physical reminders fade away. Victims can face substantial medical expenses, post-traumatic stress disorder, sexually transmitted infections, loss of earnings, and other costs as well.

These are all losses our lawyers can seek to recover on your behalf. We will carefully calculate the damages you deserve to recover from sexual partners, and you can use this information to decide whether it is worth pursuing legal action. If you decide to move forward, we will represent you on a contingency fee basis, which means our legal fees (if any) will be calculated as a percentage of the amount we help you recover.

We Can Deal with Any False Accusations and Negative Publicity

If you decide to come forward, there is always a chance that your boss or CEO could retaliate with false accusations. Even if these accusations are entirely unfounded, they could still damage your reputation and negatively impact your relationships with your friends, coworkers, and loved ones.

But there are ways to minimize these consequences, and bosses and CEOs who make false accusations can face additional liability for defamation. Our lawyers can deal with any false accusations on your behalf, and we can seek additional damages as warranted.

We Can File All Viable Claims for Financial Compensation

From claims against your boss or CEO to claims against your employer, we can file all viable claims for financial compensation once we have the evidence we need. We will keep you updated and informed throughout the process, and we will do our best to ensure that you feel comfortable and confident every step of the way.

We Can Help You Decide How and When to Resolve Your Case

At some point, you may receive an offer to settle your case. If you do, our lawyers will help you decide whether to accept. We will help you weigh the benefits and drawbacks of accepting a settlement, and we will provide an honest assessment of whether we believe we can help you secure more financial compensation at trial.

Examples of Boss and CEO Sexual Assault Cases We Handle

Sexual assault and sexual abuse can take many different forms. In cases involving bosses and CEOs, this includes forms of sexual assault and abuse taking place in the office and in other locations. The following are just some examples of the types of cases we handle on behalf of current and former employees nationwide:

Quid pro quo sexual harassment
Nonconsensual sexual contact of all forms
Unwelcome sexual communications and advances
Rape and sexual assault in the workplace
Rape and sexual assault during retreats, parties, and other events
Rape and sexual assault during work-related travel
Sexual blackmail and other forms of sexual abuse

Again, these are just examples. If you have experienced any form of sexual assault or sexual abuse at the hands of your boss or CEO, we want to hear from you. We are passionate about fighting for victims of sexual assault and abuse; and, as your law firm, we will be fully committed to fighting for the outcome you deserve.

Dr. Nick Oberheiden

Founder

Attorney-at-Law

Lynette S. Byrd

Former DOJ Trial Attorney

Partner

Brian J. Kuester

Former U.S. Attorney

Hon. Kevin McCarthy

55th Speaker, U.S. House of Representatives (ret.)

Government Consultant

Mike Pompeo

Of Counsel

Former U.S. Secretary of State

John W. Sellers

Former Senior DOJ Trial Attorney

Linda Julin McNamara

Federal Appeals Attorney

Nicholas B. Johnson

Former Prosecutor

Roger Bach

Former Special Agent (DOJ)

Chris J. Quick

Former Special Agent (FBI & IRS-CI)

Michael S. Koslow

Former Supervisory Special Agent (DOD-OIG)

Ray Yuen

Former Supervisory Special Agent (FBI)

FAQs: Filing a Claim for Sexual Assault or Abuse Against Your Boss or CEO (Current or Former)

What Are My Legal Rights if My Boss Sexually Assaulted Me?

Victims of sexual assault in (and outside of) the workplace have clear legal rights. If your boss sexually assaulted you, you should talk to a lawyer about your legal rights as soon as possible. Not only do you have the right to tell your story without fear of retaliation, but you also have the right to seek financial compensation for the physical, psychological, and financial costs of your ordeal. This includes not only costs you have incurred to date, but also costs you will incur in the future.

How Can I Prove that My Boss Sexually Assaulted Me?

Proving that your boss sexually assaulted you will require a prompt and thorough investigation. With this in mind, you should engage a law firm to represent you as soon as possible. At Oberheiden Law Group, we represent individuals who have been sexually assaulted by their bosses nationwide. Our team (which includes former FBI Special Agents), can begin investigating immediately, and we can explain everything you will need to know as you go through the process of seeking the financial compensation you deserve.

How Long Do I Have to Sue My Boss for Sexual Assault or Sexual Abuse?

How long you have to sue your boss for sexual assault or sexual abuse depends on where you live. This is because different states have different statutes of limitations for these types of claims. But, regardless of how long you have to file, it is strongly in your best interests to speak with a lawyer promptly. Key evidence can disappear, and unnecessary delays can make it more difficult (though not necessarily impossible) to recover the financial compensation you deserve.

Can I Hire a Lawyer to Sue My Boss for Sexual Abuse?

Yes, if you need to sue your boss for sexual abuse, you can—and should—hire a lawyer to represent you. At Oberheiden Law Group, we handle all boss sexual abuse cases on a contingency-fee basis, which means it costs nothing out-of-pocket to put our team of lawyers and investigators on your side.

What Should I Do if I was Sexually Assaulted by My Company’s CEO?

If you have been sexually assaulted by your company’s CEO, there are several steps you should try to take promptly. Most importantly, you should seek treatment for your physical and psychological trauma. You should also report the assault to your HR department and the police, and you should seek representation from a lawyer who handles these types of cases. At Oberheiden Law Group, our lawyers handle CEO sexual assault cases nationwide, and we can communicate with your employer and the police on your behalf.

Speak with a Sexual Assault and Abuse Lawyer at Oberheiden Law Group in Strict Confidence

If you need to speak with a lawyer about filing a sexual assault or sexual abuse claim against your current or former boss or CEO, we encourage you to contact us promptly. To speak with a lawyer at Oberheiden Law Group in strict confidence, call 888-680-1745 or request a free consultation online now.

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