http://www.latimes.com/local/lanow/la-me-ln-harassment-claims-city-20171122-story.html
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Shows the troubles large organizations have in keeping track of sexual harassment claims. This is not a defense. The company or organization must take reasonable steps to prevent and stop harassment. They may be subject to civil lawsuits seeking civil damages.
Shows why sex abuse cases are so difficult.
Abusers have the power and few are able to stand up and fight.
This is why statute of limitations for these type of cases have been changed in many states.
Source: Sex abuse in Hollywood, Alabama and beyond: The Short List
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A victim may sue someone for sexual assault or sexual harassment and seek money damages for the injuries. The injuries may be physical or mental. Some states limit the time that a person may to file a lawsuit. This will prevent some older attacks from being subject of a suit.
More than $30 million has been paid to settle multiple claims of abuse by a Catholic brother.
Source: The Catholic Church knew he was an abuser, but helped him get a job in public schools – LA Times
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Crazy and sickening. Very difficult to punish this conduct with money damages or criminal penalties. Ruined lives and families continue to pile up.
Criminal charges have been dropped in two separate jurisdictions and the priest has won one civil suit.
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Shows another aspect of sexual abuse cases. Defendant going on the offensive and attacking the alleged victims.