Survivors

Landmark $2.5 Billion Settlement Reached for 82,000 Childhood Sexual Abuse Survivors

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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

Judy Huth Awarded Landmark Damages in Bill Cosby Case: A Turning Point for Survivors and Accountability

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Los Angeles, California – In a groundbreaking decision that reverberates throughout the entertainment industry, Judy Huth has been awarded $500,000 in damages, marking a significant moment in the ongoing accusations against Bill Cosby. Huth’s testimony, which detailed a coerced sexual act at the Playboy Mansion when she was just 16, has led to a jury ruling in her favor, shedding light on the lasting impact of Cosby’s actions on his victims. During the trial, Huth bravely shared the disturbing details of her encounter with Cosby when she was a minor. Her vivid account of the … Read more

Oregon Senate Passes Bill to Provide Tax Relief for Wildfire Survivors, Allowing Them to Keep More of Their Settlements

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SALEM, Oregon — The Oregon Senate unanimously passed a bill on Wednesday that aims to provide financial relief to survivors of wildfires in the state. Sponsored by Senator Brian Boquist, the bill, known as Senate Bill 1520, introduces a tax exemption for court awards and settlements related to wildfires. The legislation comes in response to several lawsuits filed against PacifiCorp, which a jury found responsible for sparking four Labor Day wildfires in 2020. Survivors of these wildfires have received millions of dollars in settlements and awards. However, due to federal tax laws, they have only … Read more

Columbia University Faces Restraining Order for Alleged ‘Catch and Kill’ Scheme on Sex Abuse Survivors, Lawyer Claims

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New York, NY – Columbia University has been issued a restraining order by a New York Supreme Court judge following allegations of a “catch and kill” scheme involving sexual abuse survivors of former OB/GYN Robert Hadden. The order comes after attorney Anthony T. DiPietro, representing over 500 of Hadden’s victims, accused the university of attempting to silence and deceive survivors. DiPietro stated, “Columbia was trying to catch unsuspecting, unrepresented women, and then overreach them to lock them up in a nondisclosure order.” He emphasized the importance of holding Columbia accountable for their actions and providing … Read more