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Supreme Court Decision on Bankruptcy May Impact Future of Catholic Abuse Claims

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WASHINGTON — A recent Supreme Court ruling concerning bankruptcy law could have significant implications for pending lawsuits against the Catholic Church involving allegations of abuse. The legal decision, which revisits the parameters around the eligibility for filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, could potentially limit the church’s ability to shield itself from plaintiff claims through reorganization. This ruling directly intersects with the challenge of addressing the decades-long backlog of abuse cases that have financially and morally impacted the Catholic Church across the United States. Legal experts posit that the verdict might tighten the bankruptcy protections that … Read more

Damning Lawsuit Filed Against Louisville Archdiocese in Wake of Catholic School Teacher’s Child Pornography Charges

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LOUISVILLE, Ky. – A Louisville Catholic grade school teacher, Jordan Fautz, has been arrested and charged with using students’ pictures to create child pornography. Following his arrest, a lawsuit has been filed against the archdiocese, alleging that signs of Fautz’s inappropriate behavior were possibly ignored by the school and Archdiocese. Fautz, who taught seventh and eighth-grade religion at St. Stephen Martyr Catholic School, is accused of using students’ photos to create and distribute child pornography between March 2022 and February 2024. The lawsuit, filed by 11 parents and students on March 7, claims that Fautz’s … Read more

Jury Delivers Guilty Verdict in Fatal Shooting of Cathedral Catholic High School Teacher

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SAN DIEGO, California – A jury has delivered a verdict in the case of Jesse Milton Alvarez, who was on trial for the murder of a teacher outside his North Park home. Mario Fierro, a teacher at Cathedral Catholic High School, was shot multiple times on February 1, 2021, as he was preparing to go to work. The jury found Alvarez guilty of first-degree murder with the special-circumstances allegation of lying in wait. Alvarez now faces a life sentence without parole, with sentencing set for May 10. During the trial, prosecutors argued that Alvarez killed … Read more

Roman Catholic High School Secures Spot in Catholic League Finals After Defeating Judge High School

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Philadelphia, PA – Roman High School emerged victorious in a thrilling basketball match against Judge High School, securing a 65-57 win. With this victory, Roman advances to the finals of the Catholic League, where they will compete against Ryan High School at the Palestra. The highly-anticipated final showdown is scheduled to take place on Monday, February 21, 2024. The game between Roman and Judge was marked by intense competition and impressive performances from both teams. Roman managed to maintain a steady lead throughout the game, employing strong offensive tactics and showcasing exceptional teamwork. On the … Read more