FAQs

There is a federal MDL (MDL-3166), which coordinates pretrial proceedings across individual cases. This is not a traditional class action. You do not give up your individual claim or your right to your own damages. Individual claims are generally preferred in abuse cases because every victim's story and harm is unique.

You may still have a claim against Roblox. The lawsuits argue that Roblox served as the initial point of contact and that its design facilitated the migration to other platforms. Some cases also name Discord or Snapchat as co-defendants.

A civil lawsuit operates under a lower legal standard than a criminal case. You do not need a conviction, or even an arrest, to pursue a civil claim.

Many civil claims proceed even when the predator's real identity is unknown. Your claim is against Roblox Corporation for its platform failures, not solely against the individual who committed the abuse.

Yes. If a loved one died from a certified 9/11-related condition, a personal representative of their estate or an immediate family member with appropriate legal standing may file a claim on their behalf. Compensation may include economic losses and non-economic damages.

A prior denial does not permanently bar you from compensation. If new medical information is available, or if the claim was initially handled without legal representation, it may be possible to reopen and resubmit the claim with additional supporting evidence.

Presence in the Exposure Zone at any point during the eligibility period, even for a short time, may be sufficient. The duration and intensity of exposure can affect the size of your award, but brief exposure does not automatically disqualify you. An attorney can assess your specific circumstances.

No. VCF claims can be filed by eligible individuals regardless of where they currently live. Many successful claimants have filed from states across the country and from abroad.

No. Tort Advisor offers free, confidential case evaluations. There are no fees unless we win your case.

You may still have a claim against the facility. California law requires detention centers to protect people in their custody from foreseeable harm, including harm from other detainees. If the facility knew or should have known that the risk existed and failed to take reasonable steps to prevent it, it can be held liable.

A civil lawsuit operates under a lower standard of proof than a criminal case. You do not need a criminal conviction, an arrest, or even an open investigation to pursue a civil claim. Your testimony, supported by evidence of the facility's failures, can be sufficient to support a claim.

Yes. A criminal conviction does not waive your right to be free from sexual abuse while in custody. Incarcerated individuals retain constitutional protections and civil rights, including the right to sue for damages when those rights are violated.

In many cases, yes. If a loved one died as a result of abuse-related harm or its consequences, a family member or personal representative of their estate may be able to pursue a claim on their behalf. Speak with an attorney to understand how this applies in your specific situation.

No. Tort Advisor offers free, confidential case evaluations. There are no fees unless we win your case.

Independent contractors are generally not covered by workers compensation. However, if you were misclassified as a contractor when you should legally be considered an employee, you may still have rights. This is one of the most important questions to raise with an attorney if you were injured while doing work for a company.

It is illegal for an employer to discourage, threaten, or retaliate against you for filing a workers compensation claim. Document any pressure or threats and report them to an attorney. You may have a separate retaliation claim in addition to your workers comp case.