A civil lawsuit, a state-led criminal investigation, and growing student protests are bringing renewed attention to how Cornell responds to reports of sexual assault.
A new investigation examines how New York schools responded to reports of child sexual abuse and how the Child Victims Act gave survivors more time to pursue civil claims.
A proposed federal law could make some NDA provisions involving sexual abuse unenforceable, including agreements signed before the bill becomes law.
More than 100 people allege they were sexually abused as minors in Oregon juvenile facilities. Former staff members now say officials knew about the abuse and failed to stop it.
A recent Arizona Supreme Court decision clarifies when clergy can keep reports of child sexual abuse confidential. The ruling could affect some civil claims against the LDS Church and other religious organizations, but it doesn't prevent survivors from pursuing sexual abuse lawsuits.
