Between 2017 and 2023, Dr. Tyler James Hurst allegedly committed sexual assault against numerous patients while working as an emergency physician at Missoula’s Community Medical Center (CMC). In mid-2024, a Montana criminal court charged Dr. Hurst, who previously had his clinical medical privileges revoked in response to multiple allegations of misconduct, with four counts of sexual assault without consent and three counts of sexual assault. The court tentatively scheduled his trial to begin in February of 2026.
Even though criminal proceedings against Dr. Hurst are ongoing, victims may be able to successfully demand civil restitution from him, as well as the people who employed him and enabled his alleged misconduct. If you have questions about your options or about how attorneys can help with Dr. Tyler James Hurst sexual abuse lawsuits, a sexual abuse lawyer from Phillips Law Group can provide the compassionate and custom-tailored support you need.
Holding Multiple Parties Accountable for One Doctor’s Abuse
Missoula County officials believe that Dr. Hurst sexually assaulted at least 15 patients before CMC acknowledged public allegations made against him and restricted him from practicing at the facility. In addition to the claim that he committed forcible sexual assaults that became increasingly flagrant and aggressive over time, at least one other physician has accused Dr. Hurst of trying to pressure her into keeping the allegations against him a secret and of inappropriately accessing private medical records of patients who reported his misconduct.
Dr. Hurst worked at CMC on a contract basis and was directly employed by the Clark Fork Valley Emergency Physicians Group. CMC is co-owned by a company called Lifepoint Health, which receives financial backing from a private equity firm called Apollo Global Management. In addition to Dr. Hurst himself, all these companies may hold partial civil liability for failing to respond quickly enough to initial reports of Dr. Hurst’s sexual abuse or potentially for failing to acknowledge the reports at all once they learned of them.
What Filing Deadlines May Apply?
In the state of Montana, a person intending to file civil suit over sexual abuse they experienced as an adult is subject to the same statute of limitations applicable to other claims involving injuries caused by assault or battery. Under Montana Code § 27-2-204, the deadline for this sort of claim usually falls three years after the date on which the most recent instance of abuse occurred.
A person who was under the age of 18 when they experienced sexual abuse has until their 27th birthday to file civil suit over that abuse, or sometimes up to three years after they initially discover the harm they experienced as a child. A qualified legal professional can discuss, during a private initial consultation, the time limits that may apply to a potential sexual abuse lawsuit against Dr. Tyler James Hurst.
Call Phillips Law Group About Pursuing a Sexual Abuse Lawsuit Against Dr. Tyler James Hurst
For years, Dr. Tyler James Hurst was able to use his position of authority as an emergency room physician to commit the alleged abuse of more than a dozen patients, potentially many more. More recently, however, multiple credible allegations against Dr. Hurst have led to his being arrested and charged with sexual assault. If you experienced abuse while in his care, you may have grounds to demand civil restitution.
Guidance from a capable and experienced legal representative will make a huge difference in the effectiveness of Dr. Tyler James Hurst sexual abuse lawsuits, including your potential case. Call Phillips Law Group today to discuss your legal options.
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