Rhode Island is on the verge of giving survivors of childhood sexual abuse a long-awaited opportunity to seek justice, including many whose claims against religious…
Category: Sexual Abuse
$100 Million Ohio State Sexual Abuse Settlement for Dr. Strauss Survivors
The Ohio State University has agreed to a $100 Million settlement with nearly 300 former students who alleged they were sexually abused by a campus…
April Is Sexual Assault Awareness Month 2026
Every April, we recognize Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM), a time dedicated to supporting survivors and raising awareness about the realities of sexual abuse. This…
$59 Million Bill Cosby Sexual Assault Verdict
On March 23, a California jury ordered Bill Cosby to pay $59.25 Million to a woman who accused him of sexually assaulting her in 1972.…
Are NDAs Legal for Sexual Abuse Claims?
In 2026, nondisclosure agreements (NDAs) can be legal in sexual abuse claims, but their use is increasingly restricted and regulated. Traditionally, they were included in…
New York City Gives Survivors More Time to File Sexual Abuse Claims
On January 29, 2026, the New York City Council expanded the Gender-Motivated Violence Act (GMVA), giving survivors more time to pursue sexual abuse lawsuits against…
California Sexual Assault Statute of Limitations Extended by New Lookback Window
In 2025, California passed a law that could give many adult survivors of sexual abuse a long-awaited opportunity to seek justice, even if their legal…
Royal Rangers Scandal Brings Sexual Abuse Allegations to Light
The Royal Rangers is a Christian youth program founded in the 1960s that operates through churches, particularly those affiliated with the Assemblies of God. The…
How Institutions Protect Abusers at the Expense of Survivors
Institutions like schools, churches, and hospitals are meant to serve and support their communities. But when sexual abuse occurs within these systems, leaders often protect…
