Cases Frank Handles
Institutions Failed You.
They Should Be Held Accountable.
When a church, school, care facility, or employer causes harm — or allows it to continue — the civil justice system can force real accountability. Frank Stucki has spent his career using it.
Religious Institution Abuse
When a church, diocese, congregation, or religious organization enables abuse — or covers it up to protect its reputation — the institution itself may be civilly liable. Frank represents survivors who were harmed by clergy, staff, or members, and who want to hold the organization accountable, not just the individual.
Statutes of limitations for childhood abuse have been extended in many states. Even if the abuse happened years ago, you may still have a claim.
Youth Organization Abuse
Camps, sports programs, scouting organizations, and youth groups have a legal duty to protect the children in their care. When they hire without proper screening, ignore complaints, or allow known abusers to continue working with children, they can be held responsible for the harm that results.
School Abuse & Misconduct
Schools — public and private — must maintain safe environments. When administrators ignore complaints, fail to report abuse, or allow a teacher or staff member to continue harming students, the institution may bear legal responsibility alongside the individual perpetrator.
Nursing Home & Elder Neglect
Families trust care facilities to protect their most vulnerable loved ones. When understaffing, poor supervision, or deliberate neglect causes injury, illness, or death, the facility can be held accountable. Frank helps families in Nevada and across the West pursue these claims.
Workplace Abuse & Harassment
When an employer ignores misconduct, allows supervisors to exploit their authority, or retaliates against employees who report abuse, victims have legal options beyond HR. Civil claims can hold both the individual and the organization responsible.
Transportation & Employment Assault
Companies that put employees or customers in situations where assault is foreseeable — and fail to take reasonable precautions — bear responsibility when harm occurs. Frank pursues these claims against employers, transportation companies, and other organizations.
What Accountability Looks Like
You Came Forward. Now Let the Law Work for You.
A Legal Record Is Made
A civil judgment or settlement creates a permanent record of what happened and who was responsible. That record protects others and validates your experience.
The Institution Faces Consequences
Financial accountability forces organizations to change policies, remove bad actors, and take their duty of care seriously — because ignoring it now costs them.
You Reclaim Control
You chose to fight. You saw it through. Whatever comes next, you did not let them win by staying silent — and you have the resources to move forward.
Also Handles
Auto & Motorcycle Accidents
When another driver causes a crash, the insurer starts working against you immediately — adjusters, investigators, and lawyers whose job is to minimize what they pay.
Frank levels the playing field. He builds the case, handles the insurer, and fights for the full value of what you lost. Motorcycle riders face additional bias; Frank knows how to address it.
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Common Questions
Abuse & Neglect Lawsuits, Explained
What is the statute of limitations for abuse lawsuits in Nevada?
In Nevada, survivors of childhood sexual abuse generally have until age 38 to file a civil lawsuit, or 10 years from the date they discovered the connection between the abuse and their injuries — whichever is later. For adult survivors, the window is typically 10 years from the date of the abuse or discovery. These deadlines vary by case type and circumstances. Contact Frank immediately to understand the deadline that applies to your situation.
Can I sue a church or religious institution for abuse?
Yes. Religious institutions can be held civilly liable when they knew or should have known about abuse and failed to act — or when they actively concealed it. Frank Stucki has experience holding institutions accountable, including churches, dioceses, and faith-based organizations that prioritized their reputation over the safety of those in their care.
What does a civil abuse lawsuit accomplish that a criminal case cannot?
A civil lawsuit allows you to seek financial compensation for your injuries, therapy costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering — regardless of whether criminal charges were filed or resulted in a conviction. Civil cases use a lower burden of proof ("preponderance of the evidence") than criminal cases, and they can also target the institution itself, not just the individual perpetrator.
What if the abuse happened years or decades ago?
Many survivors come forward years after the abuse occurred. Nevada has extended statutes of limitations for childhood sexual abuse specifically to account for this. Frank evaluates each case individually and can advise whether your claim is still viable. Do not assume it is too late without speaking to an attorney first.
Can I file a lawsuit if the abuser has died or cannot be found?
In many cases, yes. Civil abuse lawsuits often target the institution — the church, school, care facility, or employer — rather than (or in addition to) the individual abuser. If the institution enabled, ignored, or covered up the abuse, it may be held liable regardless of whether the individual perpetrator is available to sue.
How does Frank Stucki handle abuse and neglect cases?
Frank approaches every abuse case with discretion and respect for the survivor's experience. He investigates the institution's history, identifies patterns of misconduct, and builds a case designed to hold the organization financially accountable. He handles cases in Nevada, California, Utah, and Washington, and works on a contingency fee basis — no fee unless he wins.
Not Sure If Your Situation Qualifies?
You don't need to know whether you have a case before you call. That's Frank's job. The first conversation is free, confidential, and comes with no obligation.