Maryland Report on Church Sex Abuse Leads to New Legal Options for Survivors
A report from the Maryland attorney general on child abuse in the Archdiocese of Baltimore led to a new law to help victims to file lawsuits against abusers.
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New York City Enacts Revival Law For Gender-Motivated Violence Survivors
New York City passed a revival law allowing certain survivors of gender-motivated violence to file civil claims despite expired deadlines. Learn more.
Arkansas Opens Legal Window For Abuse Survivors
In 2021, Arkansas passed a bill to open a 2-year look back window. Older survivors of child sexual abuse had until 2024 to file legal claims.
Colorado Lawmakers Open “Look Back” Window For Child Sex Abuse Survivors
In 2021, Colorado lawmakers passed a bill to open a 3-year look back window. Older survivors of child sexual abuse had until 2024 to file legal claims.
New Orleans Archdiocese Files For Bankruptcy Amid Pandemic
The New Orleans Archdiocese filed for bankruptcy in 2020. The bankruptcy affects priest abuse lawsuits and the archdiocese’s debt payments.
Connecticut Boarding School Teacher Fired for Sexual Misconduct
A teacher at Connecticut’s Choate Rosemary Hall boarding school has been fired because of credible evidence of sexual misconduct with a former student.
FBI Opens Investigation Into Sex Abuse in New Orleans Archdiocese
The FBI has opened an investigation into allegations that priests in the New Orleans archdiocese trafficked children across state lines to molest them.
What The Camp Lejeune Justice Act Of 2022 Means For Veterans And Their Families
Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune drinking water was contaminated for decades, putting veterans at risk. A new bill could help those impacted receive compensation.
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