Slater Slater Schulman LLP Represents 250
Survivor-Claimants in Los Angeles Archdiocese and 100
Survivor-Claimants in Diocese of Rockville Centre Matters
LOS
ANGELES, Oct. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Slater
Slater Schulman LLP, a leading, full-service law firm with decades
of experience representing survivors of traumatic and catastrophic
events, announced that a record $880
million settlement has been reached with The Archdiocese of
Los Angeles to resolve more than
1,350 claims of sexual abuse. Slater Slater Schulman represents
approximately 250 of the survivor-claimants in this matter.
Late last month, Slater Slater Schulman served as a mediation
party in the $320.5 million
settlement with the Diocese of Rockville
Centre in New York, which
resolves that Diocese's Chapter 11 case. The firm represented 100
of the approximately 600 Rockville survivor-claimants.
"One of the things that shocked me about this case was that
sexual assault survivors who came forward with claims brought them
against approximately 100 different priests," said Adam Slater, Founding and Managing Partner of
Slater Slater Schulman LLP. "That means that it wasn't just the
same perpetrators abusing again and again, but entirely different
people each time – the true definition of systemic abuse. Our firm
has a lengthy record of advocating for victims of sexual abuse
involving religious organizations and large-scale institutions from
coast to coast. Taken together, these twin settlements three weeks
apart show our firm's persistence and dedication to fighting for
sexual assault survivors."
"We hope that this is not only a significant step forward in the
healing process for these brave survivors, but also step towards a
future in which the systemic abuse of children is eradicated," said
Michael Carney, Managing Partner of
Slater Slater Shulman LLP's California office. "Because despite all of the
truth that has been brought to light over the last few decades,
this is an epidemic far more pervasive than most would
imagine."
The Los Angeles Archdiocese is the largest in the country, with
almost 300 parishes within its geographic confines. According to
complaints filed by Slater Slater Schulman and other firms, the
Archdiocese was aware of credible accusations of sexual abuse
implicating multiple priests, including Fathers Ruben Martinez, Michael
Baker, and Donald Patrick
Roemer. Despite this knowledge, the Archdiocese continued to
place them in positions with access to minors.
In 2019, the state legislature passed the California Child
Victims Act. This legislation established a three-year "lookback"
window, allowing survivors to file retroactive lawsuits even if the
statute of limitations had previously expired on their claims.
Slater Slater Schulman commends the courage of the survivors who
came forward. The firm remains committed to advocating for victims
of institutional abuse and working to prevent future harm to
vulnerable individuals.
NOTE: Individuals seeking to be linked to resources for sexual
assault survivors can call 800.656.HOPE (4673) to be connected with
a trained staff member from a sexual assault service provider in
your area. The National Sexual Assault Hotline operated by RAINN
(Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network) provides confidential
support from trained staff members and can assist with finding
local healthcare resources, help talk through what happened, and
offer referrals for long-term support.
About Slater Slater Schulman LLP
Slater Slater Schulman LLP is a leading, full-service law firm
with decades of experience representing survivors of traumatic and
catastrophic events. Our dedicated attorneys are committed to
ensuring the best results for our clients through persistence and
compassionate representation. With 10 offices in 9 states, Slater
Slater Schulman has achieved successful resolutions in some of the
most challenging cases in the nation. We have considerable
experience with complex, historical sexual abuse cases involving
massive institutions, including academic, religious, and youth
organizations. Our firm also represents clients in litigation
involving pharmaceutical drugs, product liability, environmental
law, employment and labor law, medical malpractice, and personal
injury, and has proudly represented thousands of World Trade Center
survivors. Learn more at sssfirm.com.
MEDIA CONTACT:
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