Recent Blog Posts
Sexually Abused by a Trusted Leader in Your Church or Community?
Have you been sexually abused by a trusted leader in your church or a community organization? Millions of children per year are sexually abused in places that are considered “safe” such as in local religious facilities (churches), camps, groups who specialize in the care of children, schools, foster homes, orphan facilities and the like…. Read More »
Child Sexual Abuse Victims
California Assembly Bill 218 became law on January 1st, 2020. The Bill provides a 3-year window for child sexual abuse victims to file suit against churches, schools and public entities even if the abuse happened decades ago. California Child Sexual Abuse Bill The bill gives child sexual abuse survivors much more time — in… Read More »
Sonoma Academy Sexual Abuse and Misconduct
Having previously represented sexual abuse survivors in claims against Hanna Boys Center, I was approached by the Press Democrat and asked if I would like to comment on the recent allegations of sexual abuse and misconduct at Sonoma Academy. Here are some quotes from the resulting Press Democrat article. ” Though such scandals can… Read More »
Sexual Abuse – Hanna Boys Center – A Survivors Story
When California Governor Gavin Newsom signed Assembly Bill 218 (AB 218), this action was welcomed by all childhood sexual abuse victims and advocates throughout California. AB 218 creates an opportunity for all California sexual abuse survivors to be heard and have their claims decided within the California courts. AB 218 expands the current statute… Read More »
