Angela Barnes Texas Teacher Charged with Sexual Abuse

Angela Barnes, 45, a teacher at Carroll Middle School in Texas, is facing charges of sexual assault of a student.

Barnes is charged with:

1. sexual assault of a child
2. improper relationship between a student and educator.

Media portrayal of female sex offenders often downplays the severity of abuse by choosing misleading terms like “relationship” instead of “abuse” or “affair” instead of “assault.” When these severe offenses are softened with words like “sex” instead of “rape,” it minimizes the impact on victims and perpetuates harmful stereotypes about abuse dynamics. These word choices can subtly influence public perception. Thus leading audiences to view abusive situations as consensual or mutual, which obscures the true nature of the offense. For victims, especially younger victims manipulated by female offenders, these downplayed narratives can add layers of confusion and shame, making it even more challenging to seek justice.

We want survivors to know they are not alone and have options.

How Can A Civil Lawsuit Help Victims Seek Justice For The Trauma They May Have Experienced By Angela Barnes?

A civil lawsuit can serve as a crucial avenue for victims seeking justice and redress from the trauma of sexual abuse, especially when organizations are implicated in the wrongdoing. By initiating legal action, survivors can hold both individual perpetrators and 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 raising awareness about the prevalence of sexual abuse. 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 Lawsuit Against The School?

Yes. If you were a victim of Angela Barnes, you might have rights.

Andreozzi + Foote is a leading sexual abuse law firm in the nation. Contact us today to discuss your possible legal rights.