Former Cleveland Priest Father Robert McWilliams Given Life Sentence
Former Cleveland priest Robert McWilliams was sentenced to life in prison for child sexual exploitation. Four days later, he took his own life.
Category: Clergy Abuse News
We cover recent news about priest sexual abuse in the Catholic Church and other religious organizations. Learn more about clergy abuse investigations, lawsuits, bankruptcies, victim settlements and how victims are taking a stand.
Time Of Discovery May Help Survivors
Discovery rules can give survivors more legal options. Recently, a survivor in Mississippi was able to win an appeal thanks to a discovery rule.
Maine Diocese Substantiates Allegations Of Abuse
A review board for the Portland Diocese found abuse allegations against two priests to be credible. Courts had dismissed allegations against one of the priests.
Priest Abuse Survivor Sues Vermont Diocese
A survivor filed a new lawsuit against the Burlington Diocese in Vermont. The lawsuit accuses the diocese of hiding the abuse, thus protecting a predator.
Family Sues Oakland Diocese On Behalf Of Abuse Survivor
The family of a deceased clergy abuse survivor is filing a lawsuit against the Diocese of Oakland, thanks to SB 447, a new state law passed in 2021.
Nebraska Attorney General Releases Clergy Abuse Report
After a three-year investigation, the Nebraska Attorney General's Office released a clergy abuse report identifying more than 250 abuse victims.
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