Boy Scouts of America sex abuse cases

The Coalition of Abused Scouts for Justice Sets the Record Straight on Historic Settlement Plan for All Boy Scouts of America Abuse Survivors

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Thursday, October 28, 2021
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NEW YORK, Oct. 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The Coalition of Abused Scouts for Justice ("Coalition"), which includes 18,000 Boy Scouts of America childhood sexual abuse survivors, represented by law firms that collectively represent more than 63,000 survivors, is setting the record straight on the proposed Boy Scouts of America Reorganization Plan, accountability measures, and historic, multibillion-dollar and growing settlement trust for survivors ahead of the December 14, 2021 voting deadline.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Oct. 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The Coalition of Abused Scouts for Justice ("Coalition"), which includes 18,000 Boy Scouts of America childhood sexual abuse survivors, represented by law firms that collectively represent more than 63,000 survivors, is setting the record straight on the proposed Boy Scouts of America Reorganization Plan, accountability measures, and historic, multibillion-dollar and growing settlement trust for survivors ahead of the December 14, 2021 voting deadline.
  • "Voting NO is voting for nothing no settlements, no accountability measures, no guaranteed compensation for survivors, no end in sight to the litigation and associated legal expenses.
  • For information on the benefits of The Plan, instructions on how to vote, or access to the next Coalition Update, visit scoutingabusesurvivors.com .
  • The Coalition of Abused Scouts for Justice includes approximately 18,000 childhood sexual abuse survivors, represented by law firms that collectively represent more than 63,000 survivors.

Boy Scouts Of America Sexual Abuse Survivors Clear Up Lies And Misinformation From Mass Tort Attorneys

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Wednesday, October 27, 2021
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LOS ANGELES, Oct. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Official Tort Claimants' Committee (TCC) , made up of Boy Scouts of America sexual abuse Survivors, is clearing up the lies, misinformation and scare tactics from the Coalition of Abused Scouts for Justice regarding the current proposed Modified Fifth Amended Plan of Reorganization (Plan) of the Boy Scouts of America.

Key Points: 
  • LOS ANGELES, Oct. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Official Tort Claimants' Committee (TCC) , made up of Boy Scouts of America sexual abuse Survivors, is clearing up the lies, misinformation and scare tactics from the Coalition of Abused Scouts for Justice regarding the current proposed Modified Fifth Amended Plan of Reorganization (Plan) of the Boy Scouts of America.
  • A video produced by the coalition, made up of mass tort attorneys aligned with BSA, was recently released urging Survivors to go along with the Boy Scouts and its current plan.
  • "The fact is this is a lowball offer from the Boy Scouts, Local Councils, and Chartered Organizations.
  • of Justice, to represent the interests of all Boy Scouts sexual abuse Survivors.

"Reject And Vote No On The Plan," Say Boy Scouts Of America Sexual Abuse Survivors

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Friday, October 22, 2021
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LOS ANGELES, Oct. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The Official Tort Claimants' Committee (TCC), made up of Boy Scouts of America sexual abuse survivors, is urgingsurvivors to reject and vote NO on aproposed Modified Fifth Amended Plan of Reorganization (Plan) of the Boy Scouts of America.

Key Points: 
  • LOS ANGELES, Oct. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The Official Tort Claimants' Committee (TCC), made up of Boy Scouts of America sexual abuse survivors, is urgingsurvivors to reject and vote NO on aproposed Modified Fifth Amended Plan of Reorganization (Plan) of the Boy Scouts of America.
  • "'NO' is the only way to respond to this offer," said John Humphrey, Chairman of the TCC and a Boy Scouts of America sexual abuse survivor.
  • Some have been waiting over 50 years to see the Boy Scouts held responsible and to do better in protecting scouts today."
  • "This vote will be the most important decision a survivor will make in holding the Boy Scouts accountable," said Doug Kennedy, Vice Chairman of the TCC and a Boy Scouts of America sexual abuse survivor.

The Coalition of Abused Scouts for Justice Secures Commitment From Boy Scouts of America to Appoint a Survivor on National Executive Board

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Monday, October 18, 2021
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NEW YORK, Oct. 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The Coalition of Abused Scouts for Justice ("Coalition") announced today that it has successfully negotiated a commitment from the Boy Scouts of America to appoint a Boy Scouts sexual abuse survivor to its National Executive Board as part of the Bankruptcy Reorganization Plan.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Oct. 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The Coalition of Abused Scouts for Justice ("Coalition") announced today that it has successfully negotiated a commitment from the Boy Scouts of America to appoint a Boy Scouts sexual abuse survivor to its National Executive Board as part of the Bankruptcy Reorganization Plan.
  • "This measure is a critical step toward justice for survivors around the country," said Coalition Co-Founder Ken Rothweiler of Eisenberg, Rothweiler, Winkler, Eisenberg & Jeck, P.C.
  • Having a survivor in the room when decisions are made means that their voices will be heard well beyond this bankruptcy."
  • The Coalition of Abused Scouts for Justice includes approximately 18,000 abuse survivors, represented by law firms who collectively represent more than 63,000 childhood sexual abuse survivors.

Tort Claimants' Committee for Boy Scouts of America Bankruptcy Rejects Modified Fifth Amended Plan of Reorganization

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Friday, October 1, 2021
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Mr. Humphrey affirmed that "As Chairman of the TCC, I cannot in good conscience support a plan that leaves survivors woefully undercompensated."

Key Points: 
  • Mr. Humphrey affirmed that "As Chairman of the TCC, I cannot in good conscience support a plan that leaves survivors woefully undercompensated."
  • First, the Plan includes settlements that the TCC believes will pay survivors less than ten cents on the dollar.
  • "The Tort Claimants' Committee will continue to give survivors the real facts about the Plan and the settlements.
  • "The Tort Claimants' Committee will oppose the Boy Scouts' Plan and fight for survivors."

The Coalition of Abused Scouts for Justice Comments on Disclosure Statement Hearing in the Boy Scouts of America Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Case

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Wednesday, September 29, 2021
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"Nineteen months have elapsed since the Boy Scouts of America sought bankruptcy protection.

Key Points: 
  • "Nineteen months have elapsed since the Boy Scouts of America sought bankruptcy protection.
  • During this time, survivors have waited patiently for justice and for compensation, but they cannot wait much longer.
  • Attorneys for the Boy Scouts have stated that the organization will not be solvent if this case drags on much longer.
  • These agreements are supported by Coalition members, as well as Boys Scouts of America, local Boy Scouts councils, and the future claims representative.

Tort Claimants' Committee for Boy Scouts of America Bankruptcy Rejects Fifth Amended Plan of Reorganization

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Wednesday, September 15, 2021
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LOS ANGELES, Sept. 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --On September 15, 2021, the Official Tort Claimants' Committee (TCC) in the chapter 11 bankruptcy of the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) announced that it does not support the BSA's Fifth Amended Plan of Reorganization, filed today.

Key Points: 
  • LOS ANGELES, Sept. 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --On September 15, 2021, the Official Tort Claimants' Committee (TCC) in the chapter 11 bankruptcy of the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) announced that it does not support the BSA's Fifth Amended Plan of Reorganization, filed today.
  • The TCC calls attention to at least three major flaws contained in the BSA's Plan.
  • "As each month passes in this bankruptcy case, the Boy Scouts' Plan becomes less about the survivors and more about how the Boy Scouts will exit bankruptcy at the expense of survivors," added Doug Kennedy, Vice Chair of the TCC.
  • "The Tort Claimants' Committee will oppose the Boy Scouts' Plan and any settlements that fail to compensate survivors fairly."

Tort Claimants' Committee for Boy Scouts of America Bankruptcy Rejects Proposed Settlements

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Wednesday, September 15, 2021
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LOS ANGELES, Sept. 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- On September 14, 2021, the Official Tort Claimants' Committee (TCC) in the chapter 11 bankruptcy of the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) announced that it does not support the BSA's proposed settlements with Hartford Insurance Company ($787 million) or The Church of Jesus Christ Latter Day Saints ($250 million).

Key Points: 
  • LOS ANGELES, Sept. 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- On September 14, 2021, the Official Tort Claimants' Committee (TCC) in the chapter 11 bankruptcy of the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) announced that it does not support the BSA's proposed settlements with Hartford Insurance Company ($787 million) or The Church of Jesus Christ Latter Day Saints ($250 million).
  • The TCC calls attention to major flaws contained in the proposed settlements.
  • "As each month passes in this bankruptcy case, the Boy Scouts' bankruptcy becomes less about the survivors and more about how the Boy Scouts will exit bankruptcy at the expense of survivors," added Doug Kennedy, Vice Chair of the TCC.
  • "The Tort Claimants' Committee will oppose the LDS and Hartford settlements and any other settlements that fail to compensate survivors fairly," Stang added.

Coalition Of Abused Scouts For Justice Secures $1.037 Billion In Latest Round Of Additional Settlements With Hartford Financial Services Group And The Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-Day Saints

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Tuesday, September 14, 2021
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This agreement is supported by Coalition members, as well as Boys Scouts of America, local Boy Scouts councils, and the future claims representative.

Key Points: 
  • This agreement is supported by Coalition members, as well as Boys Scouts of America, local Boy Scouts councils, and the future claims representative.
  • This brings the total amount of monetary compensation available thus far to survivors to $1.887 billion, with additional settlements expected in the coming weeks.
  • Coalition member Adam Slater of Slater Slater Schulman LLP stated: "This series of settlements delivers these survivors the justice they deserve.
  • The Coalition is comprised of 27 law firms who collectively represent more than 65,000 childhood sexual assault abuse survivors nationwide.

Robins Kaplan LLP: Survivors of Child Sex Abuse Bring Cases Against the Boy Scouts of America Under the Child Victims Act in New York

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Tuesday, August 20, 2019
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The lawsuits will bring negligence claims made possible by New Yorks Child Victims Act, which opened a one-year window to allow survivors to bring civil claims regardless of when the abuse occurred.

Key Points: 
  • The lawsuits will bring negligence claims made possible by New Yorks Child Victims Act, which opened a one-year window to allow survivors to bring civil claims regardless of when the abuse occurred.
  • In addition to the nine negligence claims, one of the lawsuits also pursues an additional claim of nuisance.
  • Both lawsuits discuss that BSA sponsored a review of all BSA Ineligible Volunteer files (which include Perversion Files).
  • Robins Kaplan and Jeff Anderson & Associates are committed to protecting the privacy of their clients to the full extent permitted by law.