Sexual Abuse Law Blog

Want to Help A Sexual Abuse Victim Heal? You...

Do you want to prevent sexual violence? Want to stop cover ups? Want to help victims heal?  And do you want to know the single...

He Wrote a Book for Pedophiles. A Florida Sheriff...

A decade ago, a Florida sheriff went after a Colorado ‘author’ who penned a controversial book considered a “how-to” guide for pedophiles. It’s worth recalling this...

Memo to NOLA judge, businessman & NFL team: “Lie...

Memo to NOLA judge, businessman & NFL team: “Lie down with dogs. Get up with fleas.” Some say that’s an old Blackfoot Native American proverb....

Which Reform is Better: Mandatory Reporting or Statute of...

You might wonder “Why the constant harping about fixing or removing the statute of limitations on child sex crimes? Why not just fix or expand...

Diocese of Harrisburg Files for Bankruptcy Protection

Childhood Sexual Abuse claims will likely be considered and settled as part of the bankruptcy proceedings. On Wednesday, the Catholic Diocese of Harrisburg in Pennsylvania became the latest...

Two Predictions in the Wake of Harvey Weinstein’s Conviction

Two Predictions in the Wake of Harvey Weinstein’s Conviction First, even more incredibly powerful, once-considered-untouchable bad guys will go down. Second, lawyers who defend predators...

What If Harvey Weinstein is Acquitted?….

Jurors are deliberating in the case of Hollywood millionaire Harvey Weinstein. What if he gets off? What if he’s acquitted on the rape and abuse...

Diocese of Richmond IRP Frequently Asked Questions

What Do You Need to Know About the Diocese of Richmond’s Independent Reconciliation Program (IRP)?  The Catholic Diocese of Richmond has started a voluntary compensation...

Diocese of Richmond announces voluntary compensation fund

Have you been abused by clergy in the Diocese of Richmond?  We can help. Yesterday, the Diocese of Richmond (Virginia) quietly announced that it has...