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In 2020, @AJEnglish released In Bad Faith: Child Sex Abuse and the Catholic Church. Part of their Fault Lines series, it is an unflinching investigation into survivors and perpetrators of Catholic clergy sex abuse in the Archdiocese of New York.
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This blog dives into clergy abuse statistics. Some stats in this blog:
4,392 clergy had allegations of child abuse from 1950 – 2002
90% of accused clergy had abuse allegations the year of ordination
26% of accused clergy had 2-3 abuse allegations
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Tomorrow, at 10:30 AM ET, Buffalo Diocese abuse survivors serving on the Unsecured Creditors’ Committee will speak publicly for the first time after 6 years of confidential negotiations about the bankruptcy case, survivor advocacy, and child protection.
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Jun 14
Can I conceal my identity but still file a lawsuit?
Survivors can usually file lawsuits as a John or Jane Doe instead of using their name, which allows them to remain anonymous.
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Jun 13
Legal Intake Specialist and Advocate Bailey Sturm answers questions and showcases what it's like to work at Jeff Anderson & Associates.
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Jun 13
Unfortunately, coaches abusing young athletes is more common than people realize. It's vital for parents to be vigilant and look for warning signs of grooming or abuse. By increasing awareness, we can create a safer environment for young athletes.
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Jun 13
Child sexual #predators are expert manipulators and are able to blend in and appear normal. This allows them to get access to kids.
You can make your #community safer by preventing abuse when you recognize this behavior.
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Jun 12
Sexual abuse allegations against Fr. McCormack date back to the late 1980s. Other allegations were reported, many of which were reportedly ignored or covered up by the Archdiocese of Chicago. In 2007, through a plea deal, Fr. McCormack pled guilty to molesting five boys.
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Jun 12
Coaches at Colton High School were allegedly aware Tiffany Gordon, Athletic Trainer, was sexually abusing students. Instead of reporting to authorities, they made jokes about athletes receiving “Tiffany’s special treatment”.
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Jun 12
“We have 494 names on the San Francisco list. Not all of them have harmed here, but 250 have. It’s one of the longest lists in California that we have…We have found that whenever a bishop releases a list, it’s longer than our list.”
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#Grooming is a warning sign that something may not be right, and a child could be in harm's way. Predators often groom their victims and even the victims' families to blur boundaries and gain trust.
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Jun 11
New Rhode Island report exposes decades of clergy abuse and systemic cover-ups. Over 300 victims and 75 accused clergy, with evidence of concealment and failure to report to law enforcement. Survivors deserve truth, accountability, and real reform.
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Jun 11
Brett Smith (AKA BJ S. McAuliffe and Brett Zagorac) has been charged with sexual abuse of a child he was privately tutoring. Smith, previously employed by the Archdiocese of Chicago, is believed to have worked at least four Catholic schools in Chicago.
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Jun 10
"A former Centennial High School student and his family have filed a $20 million Notice of Claim against the Peoria Unified School District, alleging district leaders failed to protect him from years of sexual abuse by school employees."
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Jun 10
While Maryville Academy presents an image of generosity, nefarious activities occur behind closed doors. Recently, survivors who alleged they were sexually abused at Mayville have filed lawsuits identifying Fr. John Smyth.
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Sandra speaks about being abused by Fr. Lawrence Finegan when she was a teenager. She reported her abuse to the church, stating that she “was not even interviewed at the time”. Despite this, Finegan continued to work in the Archdiocese of San Francisco.
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Spain has launched a state-backed program for clergy abuse survivors, with support from the Catholic Church and oversight by government officials and an ombudsman, aiming to provide compensation and greater accountability in long-standing abuse cases.
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Child predators often rely on trust, secrecy, and access—not force. Learn practical steps to protect your child, recognize grooming behaviors, and create safe spaces for open communication. Prevention starts with awareness.
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For victims of domestic violence, one of the most dangerous times is when they are trying to leave the abuser. That’s why it’s crucial for them to have a safety plan, even if they don’t think they need one.
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Many people ask: Can I file a lawsuit if the abuser is dead?
You typically are able to, even if the abuser is dead. But, to be confident in your legal options, speak with an attorney. A lawsuit could prevent abuse in places that are covering it up.
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