Landmark $2.5 Billion Settlement Reached for 82,000 Childhood Sexual Abuse Survivors
CLEVELAND, Ohio – In a groundbreaking move, a massive settlement of $2.5 billion has been reached by more than 82,000 survivors of childhood sexual abuse with the Boy Scouts of America and affiliated organizations. This long-awaited resolution comes after decades of suffering and provides a glimmer of hope for those affected. The settlement is the result of the Boy Scouts of America’s decision to file for bankruptcy in February 2020, as a flood of sexual abuse lawsuits threatened the organization’s existence. The sheer number of survivors involved in this case underscores the magnitude of the … Read more