When Institutions fail to protect people
Frank Stucki, Esq., MBA represents people harmed by abuse, neglect, and institutional misconduct.
A Trial Lawyer Focused on Institutional Accountability
Frank Stucki represents individuals who have been harmed by abuse, neglect, and misconduct within powerful institutions.
These cases often involve organizations that were trusted to protect people but failed to do so. Churches, schools, youth programs, employers, and other institutions may bear responsibility when their actions—or their failures to act—allow harm to occur.
Frank works with survivors and their families to investigate what happened, identify responsible parties, and pursue accountability through the civil justice system.
Licensed in Nevada, California, Utah, and Washington, he handles complex civil litigation and collaborates with investigators and experts when necessary to uncover the truth behind institutional misconduct.
Where Institutional Abuse Can Occur
Religious Institution Abuse
Religious institutions are often trusted places of guidance and community. When leaders or members abuse that trust—and the institution fails to respond or protect others—serious harm can occur. Civil law may allow survivors to pursue accountability when organizations ignore warning signs or protect those responsible.
Youth Organization Abuse
Camps, sports programs, youth groups, and mentoring organizations have a duty to protect the children placed in their care. Abuse can occur when organizations fail to properly screen, supervise, or respond to misconduct by adults in positions of authority. Institutions may be held responsible when their failures allow harm to occur.
School Abuse and Misconduct
Schools and educational institutions are responsible for maintaining safe learning environments. When administrators fail to prevent abuse, ignore complaints, or allow misconduct to continue, students may suffer lasting harm. In some cases, schools and districts can be held accountable for the actions they allowed to occur.
Nursing Home and Elder Neglect
Families trust nursing homes and care facilities to provide safety, dignity, and proper medical care for elderly loved ones. Abuse and neglect can occur when facilities are understaffed, poorly supervised, or fail to follow basic standards of care. Civil claims may help expose neglect and hold facilities accountable.
Workplace Abuse and Harassment
Employees deserve workplaces that are safe and free from harassment or exploitation. Abuse can occur when employers ignore complaints, fail to investigate misconduct, or allow supervisors to misuse their authority. When institutions fail to act, victims may have legal options through civil law.
Transportation and Employment Assault Case
Companies whose employees interact with the public—such as transportation services, delivery companies, and other service providers—have a duty to screen, supervise, and monitor their workers. Assaults or abuse may occur when companies fail to implement proper safeguards. In some cases, businesses may be responsible for the harm caused by their employees.
The Plan
Step 1: Confidential Consultation
Step 1: Confidential Consultation
Step 1: Confidential Consultation
Discuss what happened with Frank himself and explore whether the law provides a path forward.
Step 2: Investigation
Step 1: Confidential Consultation
Step 1: Confidential Consultation
The facts are reviewed, evidence is gathered, and responsible parties are identified.
Step 3: Pursuing Accountability
Step 1: Confidential Consultation
Step 3: Pursuing Accountability
If appropriate, a civil case may seek compensation and institutional accountability.