Sexual assault during a massage is a serious violation of trust and personal safety. While most licensed massage therapists are ethical professionals, some individuals exploit their position, and too often, businesses fail to take reasonable steps to protect their clients. These failures often happen when warning signs are ignored, complaints go unaddressed, or basic safety measures are not enforced – whether at national massage franchise chains, resorts, hotels, or local spas.
Our firm is nationally recognized for its work representing survivors of massage sexual assault. We have extensive experience litigating cases against major massage franchise chains, including Massage Envy, Elements Massage, Hand & Stone, Massage Heights, MassageLuxe, The NOW Massage, and Massage Place, as well as claims involving luxury resorts and spa operators such as La Quinta Resort & Club, Dolphin Bay Resort & Spa, and Miracle Springs Resort & Spa. These cases frequently reveal systemic failures, including negligent hiring, inadequate background checks, ignored prior complaints, improper supervision, and policies that prioritize profits over client safety.
Under California law, survivors of massage sexual assault may pursue civil claims not only against the individual perpetrator, but also against the companies and institutions that allowed the incident to occur. Survivors may be entitled to recover financial compensation for medical care, therapy and counseling, lost income, pain and suffering, and other damages. A civil claim can hold responsible parties accountable and provide the resources that help survivors heal.
If you or a loved one is a victim of sexual assault during a massage, our firm is prepared to stand with you. We recognize the strength and courage it takes to come forward, and we approach every case with discretion, compassion, and relentless advocacy. Our attorneys thoroughly investigate each matter, identify all responsible parties, and pursue the maximum compensation allowed under California law. Consultations are confidential and free of charge. Contact TLO Law, P.C. to speak with an experienced California massage sexual assault attorney and discuss your legal options.
Media coverage of massage sexual assault has helped expose how often businesses ignore warning signs and put profits ahead of client safety. By highlighting investigations and lawsuits involving national chains, resorts, and local spas, these stories bring hidden patterns of misconduct into public view. This visibility supports survivors in coming forward and reinforces the need for stronger safeguards and accountability across the massage industry.
MORE THAN 180 WOMEN HAVE REPORTED SEXUAL ASSAULTS AT MASSAGE ENVY - BUZZFEED
LAWSUIT FILED AGAINST MASSAGE ENVY FOR 7 WOMEN WHO CLAIM SEXUAL MISCONDUCT BY MASSAGE THERAPISTS - ABC NEWS
DOLPHIN BAY RESORT FACES LAWSUIT OVER ALLEGED SEXUAL BATTERY - NEW TIMES SLO
ROSEVILLE MASSAGE THERAPIST CHARGED WITH SEXUAL BATTERY OF CLIENTS - KCRA 3 NEWS
We represent clients in Massage Rape and Assault cases throughout California, including the entire San Francisco Bay Area, Sacramento County, Sonoma County, Napa County, Los Angeles County, San Diego County, Orange County, and all communities statewide. Our attorneys are also licensed to practice law in Missouri, Colorado, and New York and handle cases throughout those states.