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New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy recently signed legislation to significantly extend the statute of limitations for filing civil claims of sexual abuse, effective December 1, 2019. The legislation – known as S477 — allows childhood sexual abuse victims more time to file and also establishes a two-year window for victims to file lawsuits in casesRead more

What to do if You or Someone You Know Has Been Sexually Abused By a Member of The Church If you or someone you know has been sexually abused by a member of the church in New Jersey, there are steps you are encouraged to take to bring the abusers to justice. The civil litigationRead more

The Lasting Effects of Sexual Abuse Sexual abuse leaves lasting scars on its victims. When sexual abuse is perpetrated against a child, the effects can be particularly devastating. Victims of sexual abuse may experience emotional, physical, and psychological issues that can be difficult to overcome. Sexual abuse victims can seek justice against their abusers underRead more

Catholic Church Clergy Abuse: What Rights Do Victims Have in New Jersey? A place of worship, such as a Catholic church, should be a safe environment for all worshippers. Sadly, recent revelations have showed that thousands of individuals have been abused by Catholic clergy members and employees. The abuse may go back several decades inRead more