Perpetrators
Kurt Zimmerman, 55, a Rockaway teacher and band director in New Jersey, has been charged with repeatedly sexually assaulting a student. According to authorities, Kurt Zimmermann was the band director for the Westwood School District. Police say he sexually assaulted the victim on multiple occasions over four years. The victim was 13 when the abuse began. Zimmerman has worked since 2013 at Hopatcong High School, first as a band director for ten years and then as coordinator of student discipline over the past three.
Kurt Zimmerman, Teacher Accused by Several Students
Kurt Zimmerman, a band director and teacher we brought to your attention in February is facing new charges accused by another student of sexual conduct when he was a teacher in the Morris Hills Regional School District in Rockaway New Jersey.
Kurt Zimmerman is facing:
- three counts of sexual assault
- three counts of third-degree aggravated criminal sexual contact
- and second-degree endangering the welfare of a child.
How Can A Civil Lawsuit Help Victims Seek Justice For The Trauma They May Have Experienced By Kurt Zimmerman?
A civil lawsuit can serve as a crucial avenue for victims seeking justice and redress from the trauma of sexual abuse. By initiating legal action, survivors can hold the institutions that may have enabled or failed to prevent the abuse accountable. Civil suits allow victims to seek compensation for the physical, emotional, and psychological harm they have endured. Thus, helping to alleviate the financial burdens associated with medical and therapeutic expenses.
Additionally, these lawsuits contribute to the broader goal of raising awareness about the prevalence of sexual abuse and fostering a culture that prioritizes the safety and well-being of individuals over organizational interests. Legal proceedings also offer survivors a platform to share their experiences, thereby challenging the culture of silence surrounding sexual abuse and empowering others to come forward
Can I File A Lawsuits Against The Schools?
Yes. You might have rights if you were a victim of Kevin Zimmerman or any other school official while he worked at Morris Hills Regional School District or Westwood Regional School District in New Jersey.
Andreozzi + Foote is a leading sexual abuse law firm in the nation. Contact us today to discuss your possible legal rights.
