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Sexual assault in a medical setting is one of the most profound betrayals a patient can experience. A hospital is supposed to be a place of safety, healing, and professional care. When a doctor, nurse, technician, or other hospital employee violates that trust, the emotional, physical, and psychological harm can be overwhelming. Survivors often struggle with confusion, fear, and the sense that no one will believe them—especially when the person responsible wore a badge of authority.
Conner, Marr & Pinski represents survivors of hospital sexual assault across Montana, including cases involving misconduct in large hospital systems, small clinics, emergency rooms, long-term care facilities, and specialty medical centers. We pursue claims against individual perpetrators and the institutions that allowed abuse to occur, fail to supervise staff, or ignored warning signs.
Our role is to provide a clear path forward, grounded in experience, compassion, and a commitment to accountability.
Hospital sexual assault cases are uniquely complex. The environment involves intimate examinations, patient vulnerability, sedation, and power imbalances—all of which can be exploited by a predator. Because of this, survivors often question whether what happened “counts as assault.” It does. Any unwanted sexual contact or behavior from a healthcare provider is a violation of both medical ethics and Montana law. In many cases, survivors report:
Sexual touching that was not medically necessary
Examinations performed without proper explanation or consent
Inappropriate comments or sexualized remarks
Assault during procedures where the patient was sedated or partially conscious
Abuse in private rooms, imaging suites, or overnight care settings
Staff entering a patient’s room for non-medical reasons and making contact
Predators often rely on the medical environment to mask their behavior. Our job is to expose that misconduct and hold institutions accountable for not preventing it.
Not every incident of hospital sexual assault is the result of one individual acting alone. Often, the facility itself bears responsibility. Hospitals can be held liable when they ignore complaints, fail to implement proper safety protocols, hire employees without adequate screening, or allow staff to be alone with vulnerable patients without oversight.
Montana hospitals have a duty to protect patients from foreseeable harm. That includes proper monitoring, training, security measures, and immediate action when concerns arise. When a facility fails to meet these responsibilities, the result can be devastating. In many of our cases, institutional negligence takes forms such as:
Staff with known behavioral issues allowed to continue patient contact
Inadequate supervision of personnel working in sensitive departments
Lack of chaperones during intimate procedures
Poor surveillance coverage or broken security protocols
Failure to act promptly when a patient reports misconduct
When systems fail, more than one patient is often harmed. Taking legal action can uncover broader issues and prevent future victims.
Montana law provides strong protections for survivors of sexual assault, including those harmed in hospitals and healthcare facilities. Whether or not the perpetrator faces criminal prosecution, you have the right to pursue a civil claim. A civil case allows survivors to seek accountability and compensation even when criminal charges are not filed or do not result in a conviction.
A civil case may include compensation for:
Medical treatment
Psychological counseling
Lost income
Pain and suffering
Long-term trauma and reduced quality of life
Some survivors hesitate because they fear retaliation or worry that no one will take their story seriously. Your rights do not depend on whether the hospital agrees with your account or whether law enforcement pursues charges. Our firm ensures your voice is heard, protected, and supported throughout the process.
Survivors of hospital sexual assault often reach out to us when they feel overwhelmed, unsure of what happened, or afraid to take the first step. These cases require careful handling and legal skill, but they also require a trauma-informed approach that prioritizes your comfort and safety. Our representation focuses on:
Confidentiality. Every conversation is private. Nothing is disclosed without your consent.
Experience. We know how to investigate hospitals, secure records, locate missing evidence, and expose institutional failures.
Support. Survivors receive clear guidance at every stage. You never have to navigate the legal system alone.
Accountability. We pursue claims not only against the perpetrator but also against hospitals, clinics, and healthcare corporations that failed to stop preventable harm.
No out-of-pocket cost. We take these cases on a contingency fee basis. You pay nothing unless we win.
Conner, Marr & Pinski represents survivors statewide—from Billings and Bozeman to Missoula, Kalispell, Great Falls, Helena, and every community in between.
Every case is different, but common scenarios include:
Assault by a doctor during an examination
Nurses or nursing assistants exploiting patients in recovery or overnight care
Technicians taking advantage of sedated or anesthetized patients
Staff entering patient rooms under the pretense of medical need
Sexualized “medical” procedures performed without justification
Patients harmed in psychiatric units, emergency departments, or long-term care wings
Abuse involving minors, elderly patients, or adults with disabilities
These examples are not exhaustive. If something happened to you that felt wrong, intrusive, or confusing, we encourage you to reach out. Your experience deserves to be heard and evaluated.
Survivors should never feel pressured to take any action before they feel ready. However, when possible, the following steps can help support your case:
Seek medical care at a different facility if you need treatment, testing, or documentation.
Preserve any clothing or items involved in the incident.
Write down everything you remember, even small details.
Avoid discussing the incident with the hospital’s risk management department before speaking with an attorney.
Contact a lawyer experienced in hospital sexual assault cases.
If you are unsure about anything, we will walk you through the process privately and at your pace.
Sexual assault by a healthcare provider is not just misconduct—it is a profound violation of human dignity. No survivor should feel isolated or powerless when facing a hospital, corporation, or insurance group. Our firm is committed to ensuring Montana survivors have strong legal representation, regardless of where the abuse occurred. We investigate cases involving:
Public and private hospitals
Specialty clinics
Surgical centers
Behavioral health facilities
Government-operated medical institutions
University or teaching hospitals
Whether the assault happened once or over a long period, your story matters and you have options.
If you or someone you care about was sexually assaulted in a hospital or medical facility anywhere in Montana, legal help is available. You do not need to face a hospital, corporate defense team, or insurance company alone. Our attorneys handle these cases with discretion, rigor, and unwavering advocacy for survivors. Contact us for a confidential consultation. We will explain your rights, evaluate what happened, and help you determine the next steps toward accountability and justice.
