The short answer: Yes. When a child is harmed by the church, culpability and liability can land on more than the abuser. This includes: A bishop or cardinal whose job it was to oversee the clergy responsible The local diocese in charge of supervising the church leadership and reporting suspected abuse A living or dead…
Child abuse by church clergy can be difficult for victims to identify. Because the abuse is carried on by a person of authority, younger victims might not understand a religious leader or member of the church is actually breaking the law. If you feel you or your child is a victim of church clergy abuse,…
Clergy Malpractice: All Religious Sects are Subject to the “Lemon Test” As clergy abuse attorneys we sadly have assisted clients with clergy abuse and sexual harassment cases. Unfortunately, many victims of such cases are unaware these cases are not limited to what one might consider mainstream religions. When interactions occur with a secular counselor…