# Sasha Sokol Challenges Public Victim-Blaming Following Legal Abuse Case The singer questions societal tendencies to judge abuse survivors instead of perpetrators. - **Source:** [El Universal – Nación](https://www.eluniversal.com.mx) - **Published:** 2026-11-09 - **Topic:** [politics](https://brifing.si/c/politics) - **Original article:** - **On Brifing:** https://brifing.si/s/96c73009-7871-49d0-b8f9-611b3b2b7da2 ## Public Discourse on Abuse Sasha Sokol recently utilized her social media platform to challenge critics who blame abuse victims for their past experiences. The singer addressed the backlash she faced after publicly denouncing producer Luis de Llano. She urged her detractors to replace their judgmental attitudes with objective inquiries regarding the nature of childhood trauma. ## Five Critical Questions Sokol proposed five specific questions for the public to consider before forming opinions on abuse cases. These include why victims change their narratives upon realizing the reality of their trauma and why society frequently blames parents. She argues that these reflections are necessary to understand the complex psychological impact of abuse. ## The Power Imbalance The abuse occurred when Sokol was 14 years old and Luis de Llano was 39. Sokol has consistently highlighted that the significant age gap and the producer's professional position of power were instrumental in the relationship. These factors remain central to her ongoing legal and public struggle against her former abuser. ## Legal History of Case The case gained national attention in March 2022 when Sokol first made the abuse public. By 2025, the Supreme Court of Justice of the Nation (SCJN) issued a firm civil sentence against Luis de Llano for moral damages. The court specifically ordered the producer to provide a formal public apology to her. ## Dispute Over Public Apology The conflict recently intensified after Luis de Llano released a video message intended as an apology. Sokol and her legal team rejected this gesture, arguing that it failed to comply with the specific requirements established by judicial authorities. She claims the producer's actions serve to further revictimize her rather than provide closure. ## Societal Tendency to Judge Sokol questions why it is easier for the public to judge survivors than to attempt to understand their experiences. She suggests that if critics dedicated their time to researching the dynamics of childhood abuse, they would find objective answers. This critique highlights a broader societal failure in supporting victims of systemic abuse. ## Escalation to Criminal Court Beyond the civil victory regarding moral damages, the legal battle is evolving. Reports indicate that Sasha Sokol is preparing to take the case into the criminal justice system. This move signals a shift from seeking civil restitution to pursuing formal criminal accountability for the actions taken by the producer years ago. ## Ongoing Advocacy Efforts Sokol remains a prominent voice in the fight against abuse, consistently using her platform to advocate for survivors. Her persistence in the face of public criticism demonstrates the difficulty of seeking justice in high-profile cases. The outcome of her potential criminal proceedings will likely set a significant precedent for future abuse cases. ## Sources covering this story - https://www.eluniversal.com.mx/espectaculos/sasha-sokol-cuestiona-a-quienes-culpan-a-las-victimas-de-abuso-por-que-resulta-mas-facil-juzgar/ — --- _Summary written by Brifing from the original reporting. Copyright in the original article belongs to its publisher; read the full piece at the link above._