Social media has become a huge part of society because it opens us to a world far beyond our wildest expectations. Unfortunately, social media has also given sexual predators access to hundreds of thousands of innocent young girls and women through their personal profiles. Sex traffickers use social media networks to scam women and develop connections with potential victims, luring them into trafficking. These platforms have the money and resources to protect the identities of these women; however, all too often, they prioritize profit over safety.
Our legal team understands how complex and emotionally overwhelming it can be to seek justice against large tech companies. These corporations often have significant legal teams and resources to avoid liability. However, recent legal developments and civil lawsuits have begun holding these platforms accountable for their role in enabling trafficking. With the right legal support, victims can pursue claims not only against individual traffickers but also against the platforms that allowed this abuse to occur.
The most common digital platforms trolled by traffickers include:
- Tinder
- PlentyOfFish
- Craigslist
- Other dating websites
A victim of sexual assault may feel nervous and uncertain about bringing a legal lawsuit against the sexual abuser and understanding court procedures and modifications to Texas law can be
difficult and stressful. Our Texas sexual trafficking and assault lawyers are trained in helping
these individuals. We know the law and the process, and our trusted co-counsel can help.
Sex Trafficking through Hotels & Motels
Hotels and motels have become a hot spot for sex trafficking. Almost 74% of these cases from 2012 to 2016 happened in such places . These locations give traffickers privacy, which is why they are often used. Sadly, many hotels and motels ignore these crimes on their properties. Because of this negligence, major hotel chains are facing legal actions for not protecting victims and allowing trafficking to happen.
Victims of trafficking that occurred in hotels or motels may have legal grounds to sue these establishments for negligence. If a hotel failed to act despite clear signs of trafficking—such as repeated short stays, excessive requests for towels or linens, or guests showing signs of distress—it may be liable under civil law. Our attorneys work closely with survivors to gather the evidence needed to support these claims and ensure their voices are heard.
Hotels and motels do not take action because there are no measures in place to hold them accountable. That’s why it is crucial to hire a Sex Trafficking Lawyer. Daniel Stark is offering free consultations to individuals and families who were victims of human trafficking. This includes victims who were trafficked through digital platforms, social media, or at hotels and motels.
This service can help victims better understand their situation and explore possible legal actions they can take. The goal is to help victims bring their traffickers and any negligent establishments to justice.
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