Southern Baptist Churches Sued For $300 Million By Sexual Abuse Survivor Virginia Sisters
Two Virginia sisters are seeking $300 million in damages from Southern Baptist churches and a former youth leader.
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Two Virginia sisters are seeking $300 million in damages from Southern Baptist churches and a former youth leader.
Downey priest Jaime Arriaga faces six felony charges of child sexual abuse just months after the Archdiocese of Los Angeles announced a historic settlement with over 1,300 survivors.
A federal judge has ruled that two long-delayed sexual abuse lawsuits against the Archdiocese of San Francisco may proceed to trial, offering hope to survivors blocked by the Church’s bankruptcy filing.
Uber has settled a lawsuit with a teen who was allegedly assaulted after a late-night drop-off. The case underscores ongoing concerns about rideshare safety and Uber’s responsibilities to minors.
A Utah court has ruled the LDS Church must pay a sexual abuse settlement tied to a West Virginia case, after insurers were found not liable to cover the cost.
A Philadelphia man was arrested after using Uber to transport a minor across Pennsylvania, highlighting growing concerns about child safety on rideshare platforms.
North Carolina’s HB 612 aims to reform the foster care system by streamlining processes and introducing technological solutions to improve child welfare outcomes.
Note: This article is adapted from a longer article produced by the Capitol News Alliance, a collaboration between KUNC News, Colorado Public Radio, Rocky Mountain
Maryland lawmakers are considering a cap on child sexual abuse settlements under the Child Victims Act, sparking backlash from attorneys and survivors.
A New York jury awarded $1.68 billion to 40 women who accused Hollywood director James Toback of decades of sexual abuse. The case was filed under New York’s Adult Survivors Act.