Miami Massage Sexual Assault Attorney

Fiercely Fighting for Sexual Assault Survivors Since 2008 

People book massages expecting a professional environment where boundaries are respected. When a massage therapist crosses those boundaries, the harm is immediate and deeply unsettling.

Across Florida, reports continue to surface of sexual assault and abuse inside massage parlors, franchise spas, resort spas, and independent storefronts. Too often, these incidents are handled quietly by the business, minimized as misunderstandings, or buried through internal complaints that never lead to real consequences. That silence protects the establishment. It leaves survivors carrying the fallout alone.

Mitchell & West, LLC represents individuals who were sexually assaulted or abused during massage services. Our attorney acts against the people and businesses that enabled the abuse, refused to act on warnings, or chose to protect their brand instead of their clients.

If you are considering civil action after massage abuse, contact Mitchell & West, LLC online or call (305) 783-3301 for a consultation.

A Staunch Advocate with Proven Courtroom Experience

Choosing an attorney after sexual abuse is not only a legal decision. It is a decision about who you trust to carry what happened into a system that can be hostile, skeptical, and demanding. Survivors deserve an attorney who treats the harm with seriousness and who is prepared to stand between them and the institutions that would rather avoid responsibility.

P.J. Mitchell is the founding attorney and equity partner of Mitchell & West, LLC. He has represented individuals who were sexually assaulted or abused since 2008 and has tried more than forty cases to conclusion in Florida courts. Before founding the firm, he served as an Assistant Public Defender in Miami-Dade County, handling cases where people were at their most vulnerable. That background informs how he approaches civil sexual abuse cases today: with careful preparation, command of the facts, and a willingness to confront powerful defendants directly.

What Our Massage Parlor Sexual Abuse Attorney Can Do to Help You

After an incident, it is not always clear where to start or what steps to take next. Our attorney can step in to shoulder that burden, protect your interests, and guide the process forward.

Here is how Attorney Mitchell can step in and act on your behalf:

• Identifying Every Liable Party. Our attorneys begin by determining who bears legal responsibility. That may include the massage therapist, but it often extends further. Owners, operators, franchise entities, management companies, and property owners can all play a role depending on how the business was structured and operated.
• Securing Records & Internal Documentation. Massage establishments maintain appointment histories, membership accounts, employee files, and incident reports. Surveillance policies, staffing schedules, and internal communications can reveal whether management knew about prior concerns or failed to act after complaints were raised.
• Taking Control of Communication. Once represented, clients should not be fielding calls from spa managers, corporate representatives, or insurance adjusters. Our attorney handles all communication with businesses and insurers, ensuring that statements are not taken out of context or used to undermine a claim.
• Preparing Each Case with Litigation in Mind. From the outset, cases are built with the expectation that accountability may require court involvement. Businesses and insurers respond differently when they know a case is being prepared for litigation, not quiet resolution.

What to Expect from Working with Attorney Mitchell

Survivors of sexual abuse deserve legal representation that is steady, respectful, and prepared to act. When you work with Mitchell & West, LLC, you are not handed off or treated like a case file. You work directly with an attorney who understands the gravity of what you are bringing forward and who approaches every decision with care and purpose.

• Compassionate: You are treated with care and respect. Conversations are handled at your pace. We know it can be difficult to speak about what happened, even in a confidential setting.
• Discreet: Privacy is addressed from the beginning. Your attorney is mindful of confidentiality, public records, and the long-term implications of filing a claim. We work to limit unnecessary exposure whenever possible.
• Responsive: You are kept informed about your case and your options. Questions are answered directly, and communication is not delayed or filtered through layers of staff.
• Honest: You receive clear, straightforward guidance about your legal options, the process ahead, and the challenges that may arise.

Understanding Civil Claims Against Massage Parlors, Spas, & Resort Properties

Mitchell & West, LLC represents survivors through civil litigation, which operates independently from any criminal investigation or prosecution. Criminal cases are controlled by the state and focus on punishment. Civil claims allow our attorney to take direct legal action against the therapist and the business responsible for the harm and to pursue accountability through Florida’s civil courts.

Florida law expressly prohibits sexual misconduct in the practice of massage therapy. Under Chapter 480, Florida Statutes, which governs massage establishments and massage therapists, any sexual contact with a client is forbidden. Massage establishments are also subject to legal duties related to licensing, hiring, supervision, and maintaining a safe environment for clients. When a business violates those duties, it may be held financially responsible for the harm that results.

Civil claims in these cases often involve negligent hiring, negligent retention, negligent supervision, and failures in operational safety. In resort, hotel, and spa settings, our attorney can also pursue premises liability claims when a property owner allowed conditions that made abuse possible or failed to intervene after warning signs emerged.

Confidential guidance is available. Contact Mitchell & West, LLC online or call (305) 783-3301 to discuss what legal actions you can pursue.

Damages You May Recover in a Massage Sexual Abuse Case

Under Florida law, a civil lawsuit can require the responsible parties to answer for the harm they caused and provide financial compensation tied to the consequences of the abuse. Damages are meant to reflect both the immediate and lasting impact on a person’s life.

Depending on the facts, damages in a Florida civil claim may include:

• Medical & Mental Health Treatment. This can include costs for therapy, counseling, psychiatric care, medications, and other treatment related to the abuse, both now and in the future.
• Lost Income & Diminished Earning Capacity. Sexual abuse can interrupt work or affect long-term career stability. Florida law allows recovery for wages already lost and, when supported by evidence, the reduced ability to earn income going forward.
• Pain & Suffering. Civil law recognizes the profound emotional and psychological harm that follows sexual abuse. This category addresses the mental anguish, distress, and disruption to daily life that often continue long after the incident itself.
• Loss of Enjoyment of Life. When abuse alters how someone engages with relationships, work, personal safety, or routine activities, those losses can be considered as part of a damages claim.
• Out-of-Pocket Expenses. Costs such as transportation for treatment, medication, or other necessary expenses related to recovery may also be recoverable.

In cases involving particularly reckless conduct, repeated complaints, or clear disregard for client safety, additional damages may be available under Florida law. Every case is different. The amount and type of damages depend on the evidence, the nature of the misconduct, and the role the business or institution played in allowing it to occur.

Attorney Mitchell evaluates damages carefully and thoroughly. He aims to ensure that what was taken, disrupted, or altered is fully accounted for in the pursuit of justice.

If You Are Unsure Whether You Have a Claim, Attorney Mitchell Can Help

Many people hesitate to reach out because they are unsure how the law views what occurred. Florida law sets clear professional boundaries for massage therapy, and sexual contact during a massage is prohibited regardless of how the session began, continued, or ended. The absence of immediate action or reporting does not erase a violation.

A civil claim focuses on whether boundaries were crossed and whether a therapist or business failed to uphold legal responsibilities meant to protect clients. If a massage involved conduct that felt sexual, invasive, or inappropriate, our attorney can help clarify whether Florida law supports a claim and what options may be available.

Local Resources for Massage Sexual Abuse Survivors in Florida

There are options available for survivors who want to report sexual misconduct or review regulatory actions involving massage therapists or massage establishments.

• Florida Department of Health – Health Care Complaint Portal: Reports of sexual misconduct by licensed massage therapists or regulated establishments may be submitted to the Florida Department of Health. Anonymous reports are accepted.
• Florida Abuse Hotline: If you are a victim of abuse or suspect someone else may be, contact the Florida Abuse Hotline at 1-800-962-2873. This confidential hotline is available statewide, 24 hours a day, for reporting abuse of children or adults.
• Florida Department of Health – Enforcement and Disciplinary Search: You may review pending administrative actions or disciplinary history involving massage therapists or massage establishments through the Florida Department of Health’s public database.

If you need help navigating local resources, including options for therapy, support services, or reporting, Mitchell & West, LLC can explain what is available.