Understanding the Statute of Limitations for Sexual Abuse Cases

You might be thinking it’s been too long. That the window to hold your abuser accountable has closed forever. That’s what previous legal frameworks reflected. …

The LDS Scandal: Alleged Helpline Coverups and Legal Fallout

The existence of a dedicated “helpline” within the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church) might, at first glance, suggest a commitment to…

Broward Hotel Trafficking Lawsuit Raises Questions About Hotel Accountability

A federal lawsuit against a Dania Beach hotel is putting a critical question in front of courts nationwide — when trafficking happens on hotel property,…

Types Of Sexual Assault Within The Church

Churches are intended to be sacred spaces—places of refuge, worship, and moral guidance. Yet, for far too many abuse survivors, these institutions have become sites…

Church vs. State: Legal Boundaries in Clergy Sexual Abuse Cases

Can Churches Use Religious Freedom as a Defense in Clergy Abuse Cases? No — religious institutions cannot use the First Amendment to escape liability for…

AI Suicide Lawsuits

What is an AI Suicide Lawsuit? An AI suicide lawsuit is a civil legal claim filed by surviving family members when a person dies by…

What Are the Different Types of Sexual Abuse?

Sexual Abuse — What Survivors and Families Need to Know Sexual abuse includes a wide range of harmful conduct, including assault, grooming, exploitation, harassment, and…

California Filing Deadlines (Statute of Limitations) For Abuse Lawsuits

For a survivor of sexual abuse, the path to justice can be a long and deeply personal journey. As months turn into years, a crucial…

The Perils of Foster Care

What Makes Foster Care a High-Risk Environment for Sexual Abuse? Children in foster care are among the most vulnerable people in the country. They often…

Inside the Largest Foster Care Abuse Settlements to Date

For adult survivors who endured abuse within the foster care system, the concept of a “settlement” can feel like a distant and abstract legal term.…

Can You Sue a Foster Agency or Social Worker for Negligence?

Suing Foster Care Agencies or Social Workers for Neglect Survivors of sexual abuse in foster care may be entitled to sue foster care agencies or…

Statute of Limitations on Sexual Abuse Lawsuits in Pennsylvania: Filing Deadlines That Apply

Key Takeaways About Pennsylvania Civil Statute of Limitations Filing Deadlines For a survivor of child sexual abuse, the legal journey can be as complex and arduous as…