Dr. Babak Hajhosseini Sexual Assault Lawsuit

Patients place enormous trust in their doctors. Employees expect a medical workplace to be professional and safe. Dr. Babak Hajhosseini, a 42-year-old Beverly Hills physician and founder of the Wound & Burn Centers of America, allegedly used that trust to exploit the people around him.

In January 2025, the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office charged Dr. Hajhosseini with eight felony counts of sexual assault, including rape by use of drugs and assault of an unconscious person.

According to the LAPD, Dr. Hajhosseini allegedly used job recruitment websites to lure potential victims to his home, where the assaults occurred. Investigators have publicly stated they believe additional victims exist and have encouraged them to come forward. 

Dr. Hajhosseini has pleaded not guilty to all charges, and his defense attorney has denied the accusations on his behalf.

Help Law Group advocates for individuals affected by sexual assault by Dr. Hajhosseini. If you were a patient, employee, or job applicant who had contact with Beverly Hills doctor Babak Hajhosseini in California or New York, we can explain what your rights are and what steps are available to you.

Dr. Babak Hajhosseini is a 42-year-old physician specializing in wound care and the founder of the Wound & Burn Centers of America, based in Beverly Hills, California. Beverly Hills doctor Babak Hajhosseini built a career across prominent medical institutions, completing training and fellowships at:

• Keck School of Medicine at USC,

• David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA,

• Stanford University School of Medicine, and

• Stony Brook Medicine.

He has authored over 30 peer-reviewed publications and two book chapters, and has served as a reviewer for The Lancet, one of the world's leading medical journals.

These credentials gave Dr. Hajhosseini significant authority and credibility in both clinical and professional settings. Patients trusted him with their care. Employees and job applicants trusted that his medical practice was a legitimate, safe workplace. That professional standing is central to the allegations against him, because prosecutors say he allegedly used it to gain access to victims and create a false sense of security.

Dr. Hajhosseini was arrested by the Los Angeles Police Department on November 26, 2024, on suspicion of sexual assault of an unconscious person. On January 2, 2025, the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office, under DA Nathan Hochman, formally filed eight felony counts against him.

The charges include:

• 2 counts of rape by use of drugs,

• 1 count of rape of an unconscious or asleep person,

• 1 count of oral copulation by anesthesia or controlled substance,

• 3 counts of oral copulation of an unconscious or asleep person, and

• 1 count of sodomy of an unconscious person.

Dr. Hajhosseini was arraigned on December 27, 2024, and entered a plea of not guilty to all charges. He was released on a $2.175 million bond. His defense attorney has stated publicly that there is "substantial evidence proving that these allegations are false."

A preliminary hearing was scheduled for May 14, 2025, to determine whether enough evidence exists for the case to proceed to trial. If convicted on all charges, Dr. Hajhosseini faces a maximum sentence of 34 years in state prison.

The criminal charges against Dr. Hajhosseini stem from an alleged assault on August 18, 2024, involving a female employee who says she was drugged at his West Los Angeles home. 

According to law enforcement and public reporting, the allegations describe a calculated method of targeting and isolating victims.

How Victims Were Allegedly Recruited

Investigators allege that Dr. Hajhosseini used job recruitment websites to identify and contact potential victims. He allegedly offered unusually high hourly wages to attract applicants, creating what appeared to be a legitimate professional opportunity. 

Once hired, employees were allegedly invited to his private residence under the pretense of "overtime work," moving the interaction from a professional setting to a private, controlled environment.

Allegations of Drugging and Assault

Once at his residence, Dr. Hajhosseini allegedly pressured at least one victim into consuming an alcoholic beverage. The specific criminal charges of "rape by use of drugs" and "oral copulation by anesthesia or controlled substance" indicate that investigators believe he deliberately used substances to render victims unconscious and unable to consent. The victim in the criminal case reported losing consciousness shortly after consuming the drink.

Allegations of Recording

A particularly disturbing element of the accusations is the claim that Dr. Hajhosseini recorded the alleged assault. Investigators have referenced the existence of such recordings, which could serve as significant evidence in both criminal and civil proceedings.

Allegations in New York

The accusations against Dr. Hajhosseini are not limited to Los Angeles. At least one woman in New York has come forward with allegations connected to his time completing a burn surgery fellowship at the Long Island Plastic Surgical Group and Nassau University Medical Center. A civil lawsuit was filed on her behalf in January 2025.

The LAPD has publicly released Dr. Hajhosseini's photograph and stated that investigators believe there are additional victims who have not yet come forward. Anyone with information has been encouraged to contact law enforcement.

The allegations against Dr. Hajhosseini span multiple years, two states, and several professional settings. Based on what investigators and accusers have described, the following individuals may have reason to look more closely at their own experiences:

• Former employees of the Wound & Burn Centers of America who were recruited online or worked directly with Dr. Hajhosseini;

• Job applicants who responded to high-paying job postings and were invited to Dr. Hajhosseini's private residence for work;

• Patients who underwent procedures involving sedation or anesthesia under Dr. Hajhosseini's care, in California or New York; and

• Individuals who interacted with Dr. Hajhosseini during his fellowships at the Long Island Plastic Surgical Group, Nassau University Medical Center, Stony Brook Medicine, or Stanford University School of Medicine.

Public allegations like these often prompt people to take a second look at their own experiences. If you had an interaction with Dr. Hajhosseini that left you feeling uneasy, an attorney can answer your questions in a private, no-cost conversation.

Abuse by a doctor can be especially hard to identify. The relationship already involves physical contact, vulnerability, and trust, which makes it easy for a physician to blur the line between appropriate care and misconduct. Many survivors do not recognize what happened until months or years later.

Warning signs include:

• Unnecessary or invasive physical contact during an exam or procedure that goes beyond what is medically required;

• Sexual comments, jokes, or questions unrelated to your medical treatment;

• Requests to meet outside of a clinical setting for reasons that feel personal rather than professional;

• Waking from sedation or anesthesia with unexplained soreness, bruising, or discomfort in areas unrelated to your procedure;

• Feeling pressured to consume food or drink in a private or non-clinical setting controlled by the physician;

• Being asked to undress or remain undressed longer than necessary, or without a chaperone present; or

• Grooming behavior such as excessive personal attention, gifts, compliments, or boundary-crossing conversations designed to build false trust.

Doctors hold authority over patients, employees, and job applicants. That power imbalance makes it difficult to recognize abuse in the moment, especially when the physician uses their credentials to make inappropriate behavior seem routine.

The criminal prosecution of Dr. Hajhosseini is handled by the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office. Survivors also have the right to file their own lawsuits, independent of the criminal case. These lawsuits do not require a conviction, and they do not require a police report.

How These Lawsuits Work

A survivor's lawsuit seeks financial compensation for the harm caused by the assault. The burden of proof is lower than what prosecutors face in a criminal trial, which means a lawsuit can succeed even if the criminal case is still pending or does not result in a conviction.

Anyone who has been sexually abused by a doctor, whether in a clinical setting, a workplace, or a private residence, has the right to pursue a claim.

California Laws That Protect Survivors

California has passed two laws that give sexual assault survivors additional time to file lawsuits, even when the standard deadline has passed.

• Assembly Bill 2777 (AB 2777) reopened a filing window for survivors whose claims had previously expired under the statute of limitations, and

• Assembly Bill 250 (AB 250) extended that window further, giving survivors until December 31, 2027 to file.

If you experienced harm from Dr. Hajhosseini in the past and assumed nothing could be done, these laws may change that.

Options for Survivors in New York

At least one lawsuit has already been filed in New York by a woman who alleges she was assaulted by Dr. Hajhosseini during his fellowship on Long Island. New York has its own deadlines and filing rules for sexual assault cases. An attorney who handles cases in New York can review the specifics of your situation.

What Compensation Looks Like

Every case is different, but survivors who bring lawsuits in sexual assault cases generally pursue compensation for:

• Costs of medical care and ongoing therapy;

• Income lost during recovery or as a result of the trauma;

• Physical pain and emotional suffering;

• Psychological harm, including anxiety, PTSD, and depression; and

• Punitive damages, which are designed to hold the abuser accountable and send a message that this behavior has consequences.

The Los Angeles Police Department is the lead investigating agency in the criminal case against Dr. Hajhosseini. If you have information related to this investigation or believe you were harmed by Dr. Hajhosseini, the following contacts are available:

• LAPD Special Assault Section: (213) 473-0447;

• LAPD 24/7 Hotline: 1-877-LAPD-247 (1-877-527-3247); or

• LA Regional Crime Stoppers (anonymous tips): 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or www.lacrimestoppers.org.

Reporting to law enforcement is a personal decision. You can also speak with an attorney independently through Help Law Group.

Being harmed by someone in a position of medical authority can leave lasting effects, and deciding what to do about it is deeply personal. Help Law Group provides confidential guidance and support to individuals who believe they were affected by Dr. Hajhosseini.

During a case review, our team can cover:

• Whether your experience with Dr. Hajhosseini may support a legal claim,

• How California's AB 2777 and AB 250 apply to your timeline,

• What options exist in New York if the alleged abuse occurred during Dr. Hajhosseini's fellowship on Long Island,

• What types of compensation survivors in similar cases have pursued, and

• How the process works if you decide to take action.

Every conversation starts where you are. Share what you are comfortable sharing, ask whatever questions you have, and take as much time as you need to decide what feels right.