Survivors of sexual abuse deserve justice and protection. We report on lawsuits, investigations, and reforms that aim to hold perpetrators and institutions accountable while raising awareness of systemic failures.
An alleged assault aboard a Navy vessel raises difficult questions about when an off-duty injury can be considered work-related and how FECA can limit a federal employee’s legal options.
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.
What began as one family’s search for answers became a documentary exploring decades of clergy sexual abuse allegations, survivor experiences, and the pursuit of accountability in New Orleans.
California lawmakers are considering changes to AB 218 as schools and public agencies face billions of dollars in childhood sexual abuse claims. Proposed restrictions could make some older cases more difficult to prove.
Survivors who sue Uber may face invasive questions about their clothing, alcohol use, sexual history, therapy, and medical care. Advocates warn that these tactics can cause further trauma and discourage others from pursuing accountability.
What should happen during a professional massage, and when does that trust break down? This article explains the role of consent, highlights recent cases from around the country, and discusses the legal options that may be available after abuse.
Schools across the country are facing lawsuits alleging they failed to protect students from sexual abuse. Learn why educational institutions may face civil liability, what families should know about their legal options, and how these cases are shaping school accountability.
A recent Louisiana youth pastor arrest highlights why childhood sexual abuse survivors often wait years to come forward. Learn how Louisiana's lookback law gives many survivors until June 2027 to pursue civil sex abuse claims.
Hotels have a duty to provide a reasonably safe environment for guests. Sexual assault attorney Jessica Pride explains how security failures can lead to liability and what legal options may be available to survivors.
A bipartisan Senate bill could give military sexual assault survivors the right to sue the federal government for failing to prevent or investigate abuse. Learn how the proposed Military Sexual Trauma Accountability Act could change service members' legal rights.
