Priest Sexual Abuse
Priest Sexual Abuse Survivors—we hold abusers and their enablers accountable.
Priest sexual abuse survivors endure immense trauma and frequently suffer in silence, struggling with physical, emotional, and psychological wounds inflicted by their abusers. Our firm is committed to bringing attention to these cases and helping survivors seek justice. Our skilled legal team can provide guidance and support as you pursue justice for yourself or your loved ones.
Our Process
We recognize the sensitive nature of priest sexual abuse cases and the unique challenges survivors face when coming forward. Our approach is rooted in compassion, empathy, and a commitment to providing our clients with a safe and supportive environment. We work tirelessly to protect your rights and advocate on your behalf.
Our legal team will:
- Provide a free case review
- Identify & preserve crucial evidence
- Protect the privacy of the survivor
- Hold the perpetrator & institution accountable
- Travel to you
Results
Over 700
sexual abuse clients represented
$ Millions
recovered for survivors of school sexual abuse
Confidentiality is the most important part of the attorney-client relationship.
This is especially true for survivors of sexual abuse. Our entire trauma-informed team treats every client’s details with the strictest confidence. Though we can never truly understand the lifelong pain survivors suffer, we will help you learn your rights and won’t take any action on your behalf unless or until you’re ready. We are committed to protecting your identity and can even file your case as John Doe or Jane Doe.
Our Services
- Privacy and Confidentiality: We prioritize your privacy and ensure that your case is handled discreetly and with the utmost confidentiality
- Legal Consultation: Our experienced attorneys are available for a confidential consultation to discuss your case and provide you with legal guidance
- Investigation: We conduct thorough investigations to gather evidence and build a strong case on your behalf
- Advocacy: Our legal team is committed to aggressively pursuing justice and holding perpetrators accountable for their actions
- Compensation: We will work tirelessly to secure fair compensation
Investigating Sexual Abuse Cases
Steve Boyd, PC, is a leading law firm specializing in sexual abuse cases. They confidentially investigate abuse from decades ago and help survivors prove their case. Some examples of supportive evidence include:
- Personnel records
- Witness testimony
- Counseling records
- Accounts of other survivors
FAQs on School Sexual Abuse
Is there a time limit for filing a clergy abuse lawsuit?
Statutes of limitations vary by state and can impact your ability to file a lawsuit. It’s important to consult with an attorney to understand the specific laws that apply to your case.
If I was abused by a priest, how much is the case worth?
The Maryland Child Victims Act places a cap on the amount of non-economic damages that can be recovered in a lawsuit. Non-economic damages are the damages for pain and suffering that were sustained by the person who was sexually abused. That includes the pain suffered during the abuse in the years that followed. The maximum amount in Maryland is $1.5 million.
What will happen if a Dioces of an Archdiocese files for bankruptcy?
We have represented over 500 people in diocesan bankruptcies. Our firm has been involved in multiple diocesan bankruptcies. Over two dozen dioceses around the country have filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Bankruptcy is not the end of the road for a claim for child sexual abuse. The archdiocese still has assets, including land, cash, and investments. Additionally, insurance coverage protects the archdiocese from claims for the negligent retention and supervision of their predator priests. It takes an experienced attorney to proceed with a claim for damages. Contact Steve Boyd, PC, today for a free, confidential case evaluation.
News & Updates
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Baltimore’s Archdiocese Attempts to Turn Its Back on Abuse Survivors.
Baltimore’s Archdiocese avoids litigation Last Friday, Baltimore’s Archdiocese took an aggressive step to protect its secrets, money, and assets. It filed for Chapter 11 in federal bankruptcy court to avoid litigation by potentially thousands of claims related to its failure to protect children from predator priests. The Archdiocese hopes this move will limit its liability…
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Largest Reported NY School Abuse Settlement—$3.5 Million for one survivor.
A $3.5 Million sexual abuse settlement for one survivor was secured by attorney Leah Costanzo and the team at Steve Boyd, PC. Steve Boyd, PC, is proud to announce that partner Leah Costanzo represented four of the five plaintiffs who secured $8.4 million in settlements against the Cheektowaga Maryvale Union Free School District. Including the…
Sources:
https://www.timesunion.com/state/article/Legacy-of-the-Child-Victims-Act-16230933.php | https://www.rainn.org/statistics | https://spectrumlocalnews.com/nys/central-ny/ny-state-of-politics/2021/07/28/advocates-make-push-for-child-victims-act-lawsuits-as-window-closes | https://childusa.org/focus-on-facts/