Sexual abuse at the hands of bishops and other members of religious clergy first came to the media forefront in the 1980s. High-profile sexual abuse cases against members of the clergy shed light on activities that we now know have been happening for at least the last 30 years. Since the first cases of clergy abuse came to the public eye, more and more survivors of sexual abuse perpetrated by bishops and other clergy members have come forward to tell their stories.
With national attention on the issue of sexual abuse within religious organizations, our understanding of bishop abuse is evolving rapidly. Over the past few years it has become clear that childhood sexual abuse is more prevalent than previously known. It is important for a victim of childhood sexual abuse to understand that you are not alone, and that the abuse was not your fault.
The sexual abuse of young people by bishops, priests, pastors, and other religious leaders has caused unspeakable injury and trauma to their victims. Sexual abuse of any kind committed by anyone is a crime. The victim may be entitled to compensation from the assailant and/or from those that helped cover up the abuse.
Related sexual abuse charges:
- Anglican Sex Abuse Suit
- Pentecostal Sexual Abuse Lawsuit
- Former Catholic Priest Convicted of Sex Abuse Faces New Charges
Do I have a Bishop Sex Abuse Lawsuit?
The Sexual Abuse Litigation Group at our law firm is an experienced team of trial lawyers that focus on the representation of plaintiffs in bishop & religious clergy sexual abuse and molestation lawsuits. We are handling individual litigation nationwide and currently accepting new cases in all 50 states.
Free Bishop Sexual Abuse Case Evaluation: If you or a loved one has been sexually abused or molested by a Bishop or any other member of a religious clergy, you should contact our law firm immediately. You may be entitled to compensation by filing a lawsuit and we can help.
