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Justice for Sexual Assault Victims

Fighting for survivors. Enforcing your rights.

Holding institutions and enablers accountable.

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Justice for Sexual Assault Victims

Fighting for survivors. Enforcing your rights.

Holding institutions and enablers accountable.

Get Legal Help Now

Learn More

About Temperance Legal Group

Introduction

Karen Truszkowski is a nationally recognized attorney dedicated to advocating for

survivors of sexual abuse,

harassment, and institutional indifference. She combines compassionate client advocacy

with aggressive legal strategies,

working tirelessly to hold schools, universities, and organizations accountable while

empowering survivors and families

to pursue justice and healing.

Experience around the united states

Karen is a caring and determined attorney who has spent her career standing up for kids,

teens, and families.

She has a proven record of handling sexual abuse cases in K–12 schools and post-secondary

institutions,

including major universities all across the United States. Since 2015, she has worked with

survivors and

families in states including Alabama, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Indiana,

Louisiana, Michigan,

Minnesota, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon,

Tennessee, and Texas.

International Representation

Karen also represents clients internationally, including in France, Italy, New Zealand, and

Australia.

In addition, Karen co-counsels with attorneys across the United States as well as across the

pond in England,

ensuring her clients benefit from a strong, collaborative network of legal expertise.

Professional Network

Karen has a wide network of trusted professionals whom she collaborates with to provide

the strongest possible

advocacy for her clients. This includes psychologists, psychiatrists, physicians, pediatric

specialists, and other

medical providers, as well as experts in education, special education, athletics, law

enforcement, trauma, bystander

culpability, damage assessment, and loss of earnings.

Media & Public Engagement

Karen also works with media professionals to highlight systemic issues and elevate the

voices of survivors.

She has appeared in national outlets such as The New York Times, ESPN, and major and

local news networks.

She has also served as a panelist guest on the Dr. Phil show, where she discussed athlete

entitlement.

Through these appearances, Karen brings national attention to issues of institutional

indifference and survivor advocacy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Please feel free to contact us by phone or email if your question is not fully answered below.

What is Title IX?

Title IX is a federal law that makes it illegal for schools to allow sex-based discrimination. This means schools must protect students from sexual harassment, assault, or unfair treatment because of gender.

Title IX applies to:

All public schools (K-12, Colleges, and Universities)
Most private colleges and universities (because they take federal funding)
Some private K-12 schools if they receive federal money (for example, through programs like free or reduced lunch provided by the USDA)

Does Title Ix apply to both public and private schools?

Yes, but it depends:

Public schools are always covered under Title IX
Private colleges/universities are almost always covered under Title IX as they take federal money through financial aid.
Private K-12 schools are only covered under Title IX if they receive federal funding (such as free/reduced lunch or other programs)

What if I don't know whether my school receives federal funding?

Most schools do. This includes all public schools and most private colleges/universities. For private K-12 schools, it depends on whether they participate in federal programs (e.g., free/reduced lunch provided by the UDSA). If you are not sure, an attorney at Temperance Legal Group would be happy to help you check whether Title IX applies to your specific school.

How can I schedule a consultation with Temperance Legal Group?

You can schedule a consultation with Temperance Legal Group by contacting our office via phone or email. We will be happy to discuss your case and determine the best course of action.

Resources for Students & Families

Trusted organizations and official guidance for Title IX support (K-12 and College/University).

Need immediate Support?

Call the National Sexual Assault Hotline (RAINN):

1-800-656-HOPE

Use the text message chat service (RAINN) by texting

HOPE to 64673

Use the online chat service (RAINN):

https://hotline.rainn.org/online

Stop Sexual assault in schools (SSAIS®)

Stop Sexual Assault in Schools (SSAIS®) is a national nonprofit that provides Title IX education, advocacy tools, and support for K-12 and posts-secondary students. As a board member, I support its mission to ensure students have equal access to education free from sexual harassment and assault.

RAINN (Rape, Abuse, & Incest NAtional Network)

RAINN operates the National Sexual Assault Hotline and offers survivor resources.

National Women's Law CenteR (NWLC)

The National Women's Law Center advocates for gender equity with Title IX guides, policy analysis, and student toolkits.

Know your IX (a project of Advocates for youth)

Know your IX is a survivor-led project with practical guides for navigating school processes and asserting Title IX rights.

I have the right to (IHTRT)

I Have the Right To (IHTRT) is a national nonprofit dedicated to empowering young people to speak out against sexual assault, raising awareness in schools and communities, and supporting survivors through advocacy and education.

United States Department of Education - Office for Civil Rights (OCR)

The U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights enforces Title IX and accepts complaints if a school fails to act on harassment, discrimination, or retaliation.

Fighting for Temperance Legal Group's Civil Rights

Karen Truszkowski, J.D. - "President and Senior Counsel of Temperance Legal Group, PLLC."

"Michigan State hearing officer rules Mel Tucker sexually harassed Brenda Tracy, her attorney says"

ATIXA (2024)

Read Speaker Profile Here

"Michigan State hearing officer rules Mel Tucker sexually harassed Brenda Tracy, her attorney says"

WXYZ Detroit

October 26, 2023

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"Brenda Tracy's attorney says her identity was leaked to media by 'outside party'"

"Michigan State hearing officer rules Mel Tucker sexually harassed Brenda Tracy, her attorney says"

"Michigan State student alleging rape by three basketball players breaks her silence"

CBS News Detroit

September 12, 2023

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"Michigan State student alleging rape by three basketball players breaks her silence"

"Michigan state discouraged reporting of rape allegations against athletes, woman says"

"Michigan State student alleging rape by three basketball players breaks her silence"

CBS News Detroit

September 12, 2023

Read Article Here

Distinguished Alumni Awards Focus on exemplary service in the profession

"Michigan state discouraged reporting of rape allegations against athletes, woman says"

Cooley Law School (2020)

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"Michigan state discouraged reporting of rape allegations against athletes, woman says"

The New York Times

April 10, 2019

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"As DeVos Eases Sexual Assault Rules, Her old High School May Provide a Test Case"

The New York Times

April 1, 2019

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"Girl suspended After Being Sexually Assaulted in School Stairwell"

"As DeVos Eases Sexual Assault Rules, Her old High School May Provide a Test Case"

Buzzfeed News

September 22, 2016

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Justice for Sexual Assault Victims

Justice for Sexual Assault Victims

EMPOWERING VOICES: A JOURNEY FOR JUSTICE

Our Mission

About Temperance Legal Group

Introduction

Experience around the united states

International Representation

Professional Network

Media & Public Engagement

Frequently Asked Questions

Resources for Students & Families

EMPOWERING VOICES: A JOURNEY FOR JUSTICE

Karen in the Media:

Fighting for Temperance Legal Group's Civil Rights

Karen Truszkowski, J.D. - "President and Senior Counsel of Temperance Legal Group, PLLC."

"Michigan State hearing officer rules Mel Tucker sexually harassed Brenda Tracy, her attorney says"

"Michigan State hearing officer rules Mel Tucker sexually harassed Brenda Tracy, her attorney says"

"Michigan State hearing officer rules Mel Tucker sexually harassed Brenda Tracy, her attorney says"

"Michigan State hearing officer rules Mel Tucker sexually harassed Brenda Tracy, her attorney says"

"Michigan State hearing officer rules Mel Tucker sexually harassed Brenda Tracy, her attorney says"

"Brenda Tracy's attorney says her identity was leaked to media by 'outside party'"

"Michigan State hearing officer rules Mel Tucker sexually harassed Brenda Tracy, her attorney says"

"Michigan State student alleging rape by three basketball players breaks her silence"

"Michigan State student alleging rape by three basketball players breaks her silence"

"Michigan state discouraged reporting of rape allegations against athletes, woman says"

"Michigan State student alleging rape by three basketball players breaks her silence"

Distinguished Alumni Awards Focus on exemplary service in the profession

"Michigan state discouraged reporting of rape allegations against athletes, woman says"

"Michigan state discouraged reporting of rape allegations against athletes, woman says"

"Michigan state discouraged reporting of rape allegations against athletes, woman says"

"Michigan state discouraged reporting of rape allegations against athletes, woman says"

"Michigan state discouraged reporting of rape allegations against athletes, woman says"

"As DeVos Eases Sexual Assault Rules, Her old High School May Provide a Test Case"

"As DeVos Eases Sexual Assault Rules, Her old High School May Provide a Test Case"

"As DeVos Eases Sexual Assault Rules, Her old High School May Provide a Test Case"

"Girl suspended After Being Sexually Assaulted in School Stairwell"

"As DeVos Eases Sexual Assault Rules, Her old High School May Provide a Test Case"

"As DeVos Eases Sexual Assault Rules, Her old High School May Provide a Test Case"

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