Kaynen Derris Cole, Miami Coach & Teacher Facing Multiple Charges

Kaynen Derris Cole, 28, a coach and teacher in a Miami High School in Ottawa County, is facing charges of sexual battery and three counts of soliciting sexual conduct or communication with a minor by use of technology, all felonies. Cole is accused of having inappropriate conversations with three female students and sexually abusing one of those students. Additionally, authorities have evidence of a fourth victim. Cole’s girlfriend reported him after suspecting the abuse. He is on leave from the Salina School District. However, the investigation revealed he worked for another school district with complaints of inappropriate relationships. Complaints led to his forced resignation. Each school failed to provide information during reference checks. Cole worked at Sand Springs School District and Charles Page High School.

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Can a Civil Lawsuit Help Victims Seek Justice for the Trauma They May Have Experienced By Kaynen Derris Cole?

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 for their actions. Civil suits allow victims to seek compensation for the physical, emotional, and psychological harm they have endured, 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 Lawsuit Against The School?

Yes. You might have rights if you were a victim of Kaynen Derris Cole.

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