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Earlier this year, the Boy Scouts of America filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. With that protection comes a deadline to file sexual abuse claims with the Bankruptcy Court. The deadline, is November 16, 2020, and is fast approaching, and victims are encouraged to file their claim now. Simply put, failure to file before theRead more

Sexual assault and sexual abuse can have serious lifelong consequences that are legally compensable. Victims of these offenses can suffer from feelings of guilt, worthlessness, and shame – sometimes for the remainder of their lives. Many victims of sexual assault and abuse suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) for many years into the future andRead more

Here in New Jersey, many child sex abuse victims have filed injury lawsuits against different organizations responsible for allowing sex abuse against children. The rules for filing a child sexual abuse lawsuit in New Jersey are changing in favor of survivors of child sexual abuse. In February 2019, Governor Phil Murphy signed a bill intoRead more

Reports of sexual abuse that occurred within the Boy Scouts of America organization has made headlines in recent months, and the organization has recently declared bankruptcy. With regard to sexual abuse claims, the judge of the bankruptcy court has recently established the date of November 16, 2020, as the new “bar deadline.” Therefore, November 16,Read more

For years, horrific stories of child sexual abuse have been associated mostly with church organizations. But sexual abuse can happen in many different types of associations. Far too often we hear about child that were sexually abused by their teachers, coaches, religious leaders, police and other people in a position of trust. The New YorkRead more

The Boy Scouts of America organization recently filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in federal court in Delaware, claiming financial hardship. Some people believe that the bankruptcy is less about financial problems, however, and more focused on halting the barrage of lawsuits filed against the Scouts in recent months. The Recent Flood of Lawsuits The BoyRead more

Recent changes in legislation that extend the statute of limitations for filing civil claims of sexual abuse bring renewed attention to claims of child sexual abuse against the Boys Scouts of America. While accusations of sexual abuse within the organization date back to 1944, a recent investigation into the organization’s files may uncover additional claims.Read more

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