Miami Massage Sexual Assault Attorneys

Under section 480.0485, Florida law prohibits sexual abuse, assault, and misconduct in the practice of massage therapy. This applies to any massage therapist that abuses their position to engage or attempt to engage in sexual activity (as defined by generally accepted examinations and treatments of patients).

If you or a loved one has suffered sexual abuse or assault as a result of a massage therapist in Miami, you may be eligible to recover compensation for damages including medical expenses, emotional distress, pain and suffering, and other damages resulting from the abuse. We’ve helped survivors recover over $1 billion in compensation as a result of settlements and verdicts. Our lawyers can help you better understand your legal options. When you’re ready to take the next step, call (305) 239-3310 or request a free case evaluation online – 100% confidential.

How to Report a Massage Therapist for Misconduct in Miami

If the incident occurred in Miami or Miami-Dade County, begin by documenting everything you remember as soon as possible. 

• Write down the date, time, location of the spa or clinic, the massage therapist’s name, what occurred during the session, and any witnesses who may have been present.
• Keep copies of appointment confirmations, receipts, text messages, or emails that verify your visit.

You can file a formal complaint with the Florida Department of Health, which will be investigated by the Division of Medical Quality Assurance (MQA). Search for the therapist by name or license number to confirm their credentials, then submit a detailed report. Complaints involving Miami-based massage therapists are reviewed by the Florida Department of Health and may result in an investigation, disciplinary action, license suspension, or revocation.

Reporting Sexual Assault to Miami Law Enforcement

If the misconduct involved sexual assault, you have the right to file a police report with the appropriate local agency, such as the Miami Police Department or Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office, depending on where the incident occurred. Sexual assault is a criminal offense, and law enforcement can open an investigation that may lead to criminal charges.

When making a report, provide any documentation, communications, or physical evidence you have. You may also consider seeking medical attention promptly, both for your health and to preserve potential forensic evidence.

When to Get Help From an Attorney

You should consider speaking with an attorney as soon as possible if a massage therapist in Miami engaged in sexual misconduct, especially if you are unsure about your reporting options or your legal rights. An attorney can help preserve evidence, communicate with investigators when appropriate, and determine whether you have grounds for a civil claim against the therapist or the spa or clinic that employed them. Early legal guidance can also help protect you from retaliation, intimidation, or pressure to remain silent.

Examples of Sexual Misconduct by a Massage Therapist

Massage therapy should never involve sexualized behavior. Unfortunately, misconduct can take many different forms. 

Examples of inappropriate or abusive conduct may include:

• Touching intimate areas such as the genitals, breasts, or buttocks without clear and informed consent
• Making sexually suggestive comments or engaging in sexual behavior during a session
  Intentionally exposing their own body in a sexual way
  Staring at or focusing on a client’s intimate areas without therapeutic justification or consent
  Encouraging or directing a client to touch the therapist in a sexual manner
  Coercing, manipulating, or pressuring a client to undress beyond what is reasonably necessary
• Removing sheets or clothing without permission or proper explanation

Clients have the right to set boundaries at any time during a massage session. If a therapist disregards those boundaries or continues after being told to stop, that conduct may constitute sexual abuse.

Get Help From A Miami Massage Sexual Abuse Attorney

At Kayla’s Survivors of Miami, our sexual abuse attorneys understand the experience is traumatic and painful, and our trauma-informed legal team can help you better understand your legal options.

We’ve helped survivors recover over $1 billion as a result of settlements and verdicts, including claims settled by massage therapists and their associated organizations. When you’re ready to take the next step toward justice, call or request a free case evaluation online.