Revenge porn can carry substantial criminal penalties, including up to a year in jail. However, that does little to make up for the damages you may face because someone else chose to spread revenge porn. A Destin revenge porn lawyer could help you take a closer look at the damages you sustained because of the incident and the compensation you can ask for. Our personal injury attorneys are ready to protect your interests and future.
Understanding Revenge Porn
Revenge porn occurs when someone spreads intimate content without the consent of the individuals involved in it, generally with the intent to either cause harm or humiliation. Frequently, revenge porn is spread after a breakup or conflict between romantic partners but can also include the spreading of intimate content by someone who was not involved in the creation of it but who does intend to hurt the people involved. A Destin attorney could help you understand if your situation amounts to revenge porn and civil action.
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Damages in Revenge Porn Cases
When someone spreads revenge porn, the injured person can pursue compensation for the damages they may have faced because of the incident. The compensation a person can recover depends on several factors, including the severity of the offense, the extent of the damages, and even how far the non-consensual pornography spread. A Destin lawyer could help individuals who have had revenge pornography spread without their consent pursue compensation for those damages.
Direct Financial Losses
The extent of direct financial losses related to revenge pornography can depend on what challenges the individual faced because of it. Common expenses include:
- Legal fees
- The cost of therapy
- Job loss or difficulty securing employment because of the spread of pornographic content
In addition, many claims will include any costs of attempting to repair the individual’s reputation or stop the spread of pornographic material.
Reputational Damage
Non-consensual pornography can create considerable reputational damage for many people. Unfortunately, in today’s digital age, that content can prove difficult to remove completely. Often, the presence of that content, especially online, can create significant reputational damage for the individual, which can lead to challenges in their field or changed relationships with friends and family members.
Emotional Damages
Having non-consensual sexual content spread can create immense emotional challenges for many individuals. As part of a comprehensive revenge pornography claim, a lawyer could help the injured person lay out the full toll the violation of their privacy has caused.
Related Medical Costs
Not only can revenge porn cause immense emotional distress, which may lead to the need for therapy, it may cause the victim to face threats or actual physical harm from other parties. When non-consensual pornography leads to physical damage, the party that chose to spread that content may also have to cover the cost of needed medical treatment. Therapy costs, including the cost of a stay in a psychiatric facility, can also be included.
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Contact a Destin Revenge Porn Attorney to Discuss Your Case
Non-consensual pornography can be incredibly distressing. You may wonder what you can do to protect yourself in the future or what you should do next. A Destin revenge porn lawyer could help you learn more about your options, including how you can seek compensation from the liable party and what damages you can include as part of the claim. Reach out to Fasig | Brooks today for a free consultation so you can better understand your rights.
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