Sexual Assault Victims Attorneys

Helping Victims of Bad Actors Get Justice

Predators can lurk anywhere in society, but the hierarchy and trust involved in a faith community may allow bad actors to them to easily manipulate their unique positions of trust and authority to groom and abuse victims, who often come to them to seek guidance at a time of great vulnerability crisis, or other trauma. In some cases, authorities within these religious organizations have even been caught red-handed ignoring a known issue or using their power and resources to cover it up. This raises serious alarm, as it illustrates the great lengths to which influential organizations will go to silence victims and protect their image which not only re-traumatizes the victim, but allows the victimizers to continue their conduct unabated.

Justice for Survivors of Boy Scouts of America Abuse

More than 82,000 survivors have courageously come forward with claims of sexual abuse tied to the Boy Scouts of America (BSA).

What many don’t realize is that this abuse spans decades—reaching as far back as the founding of the organization.

For generations, the Boy Scouts of America has been seen as a symbol of integrity, leadership, and community. But behind the trusted image of merit badges and outdoor adventures, thousands of boys suffered in silence, betrayed by the very organization meant to protect and guide them.

Today, the truth is being revealed.

A wave of legal action and survivor testimony is exposing the widespread pattern of abuse and institutional failure. Survivors are standing up, demanding accountability—and justice.

If you or someone you love was a victim of sexual abuse while involved with the Boy Scouts of America, you are not alone. Legal representation can help you pursue the justice and compensation you deserve.

Below is a timeline outlining the critical milestones in the fight for truth, accountability, and healing for BSA survivors.

Churches and Religious Organizations Facing Sex Abuse Scandals

• The Catholic Church: One of the most widespread and well-known clergy sex abuse scandals is that of the Catholic Church. Over the years, thousands of victims (many of them young boys at the time) have come forward alleging that they were abused and molested by trusted Catholic priests and other clergy members.
• The Mormon Church: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints—more commonly known as the Mormon Church—has also dealt with issues of sexual abuse by clergy members. In 2017, former Mormon bishop Erik Hughes faced felony charges related to claims that he had abused two teenage boys.
• Orthodox Jewish Community: In the Orthodox Jewish community, those who come forward about allegations of sexual abuse by religious leaders may face harsh treatment from ultra-orthodox believers.

Contact the Experienced Church Abuse Lawyer at Saeed & Little LLP

While you might think such heinous crimes would be easy to prosecute, churches and other religious institutions often have very fierce legal representation and tend to close ranks to protect themselves. If you’re seeking justice for church or religious institution sex abuse, it’s time to hire a religious elder, leader and clergy abuse lawyer. If you, your child, or someone you know has suffered sexual abuse at the hands of a trusted clergy member, an experienced religious elder, leader and church abuse lawyer can help you hold them accountable for the damages they’ve caused. Whether it happened recently or years ago, if you’re looking for a Catholic Church sexual abuse lawyer or need help with other types of religious elder, leader and clergy abuse, call us at 317-721-9214.

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