On April 11, 2023, Maryland Governor Wes Moore signed the Child Victims Act of 2023 into law. The Act, which took effect on October 1, 2023, allows childhood sexual abuse survivors to take legal action against their abusers and the entities that allowed the abuse or occur or covered it up, regardless of how long …
Clergy sexual abuse cases abound against the Catholic Church and other religious institutions around the world. This is not solely a Catholic issue. Sexual abuse by clergy is happening in the Protestant and Catholic churches and schools, Islamic religious schools, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints churches and schools, the Buddhist community, and …
When a party – or “debtor” – files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, the debtor is protected from being sued for damages in civil court. Simply, once in bankruptcy, the debtor does not have to answer for its actions before a jury. The debtor is “protected” from civil litigation, and its assets are now in …
A lawyer familiar with handling clergy sexual abuse cases represents survivors’ best interests. They can navigate the process, build a compelling case to hold the responsible parties accountable, and seek financial justice. When you are a client at Jenner Law, we represent you individually. We are your lawyers. Your’e not lost in the “class action” …
If you believe you may have a clergy sexual abuse claim based on your experiences as a child with clergy, nuns, church officials, teachers, or others in the Catholic Church, schools, or other organizations, our personal injury team is here to help. The best way to learn if you have a valid Baltimore Clergy Sexual …
The evidence needed to support a clergy sexual abuse claim often centers on the survivor’s statement and account of the abuse they endured. Other evidence supports their story and forms a compelling case against the perpetrator and the church. If you believe you may have a Maryland clergy sexual abuse lawyer based on your experience …
Clergy sexual abuse occurs when someone with religious authority—such as a priest or nun—uses their authority to exploit children, teens, or adults. This often includes engaging in some form of sexual harassment or nonconsensual sexual activity. If you believe you may have a Maryland clergy sexual abuse lawyer based on your experience with a clergy …
As of 2023, there are no statutes of limitations in Maryland on civil cases against clergy members who committed sexual abuse or institutions that allowed this type of harm to occur. Many sexual abuse survivors in Baltimore and other parts of Maryland can now sue the perpetrator of abuse or organizations that failed to protect …
Are you a survivor of childhood sexual abuse by Brother Gerald (Jerry) Seipp? Seipp served at Archbishop Curley High School in Baltimore between 1983 and 1996, in addition to other regional assignments. If you believe you may have a clergy sexual abuse case against Brother Jerry Seipp, Jenner Law’s attorneys can advise you on your …
Father Robert Lentz is one of dozens of credibly accused clergy members who served the Archdiocese of Baltimore between the 1960s and today. Survivors who suffered sexual abuse by Father Lentz or other clergy members in and around Baltimore can now take legal action. You could have a case even if you previously heard you …
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