Supporting adult survivors of childhood Catholic Diocese abuse
The endless news reports of child sexual abuse via the Catholic Diocese is a devastating issue that affects countless individuals across Vermont.
Recent changes in Vermont’s State Laws have allowed new avenues for Catholic Diocese survivors of to seek justice and compensation, regardless of when the abuse occurred. This covers both the Catholic Diocese Churches and Catholic Schools.
The Schmidt National Law Group provides survivors sexually assaulted as minors who are now adults the legal resources to hold those perpetrators within the Catholic Diocese accountable for the abuse that took place.
Currently there has been 46 accused in the Diocese of Burlington, read the names here.
Organizations within the Diocese of Burlington where abuse may have took place include:
- Roman Catholic Diocese of Burlington Vermont Inc.
- Vermont Catholic Charities Inc.
- Vermont Catholic Community Foundation Inc.
- Catholic Indemnity Insurance Company
- Mount St. Joseph Academy
- Saint Joseph Orphanage (closed in 1974)
Our sensitive and compassionate abuse lawyers are now equipped to help victims navigate these complex legal processes and assert their rights. It doesn’t matter where the abuse happened; whether it was a church, a juvenile detention facility, or scouting groups.
Vermont Eliminates Civil Statutes of Limitations
One of the most significant changes in new state laws has been the elimination of civil statutes of limitations for child sexual abuse cases. Vermont will eliminate the civil statute of limitations for all expired sexual abuse claims for both children and adult victims alike.
Vermont has now recognized that the unique trauma inflicted by childhood sexual abuse often prevents victims from coming forward until decades later.
As a result, they have undone all statute of limitations for survivors to file civil lawsuits against the Diocese of Burlington that may have enabled the abuse.
If you were abused, no matter when or by whom or where via the Diocese of Burlington, you now have the ability to come forth and take action against those that did you harm. By coming forth you may be helping other survivors to come forth as well.
Begin by calling us direct at 1-800-631-5656 or simply use the 100% Secure Intake Form on the right side of the page.
A Compassionate approach to working with survivors
Our attorneys always demonstrate empathy and understanding towards survivors of childhood sexual abuse. We listen to your story without interruption and show a clear dedication to fighting for your rights. Our compassionate attorneys will work at a pace that’s comfortable for you, recognizing the emotional toll of revisiting traumatic experiences.
What sets the Schmidt National Law Group above other law firms is that we specialize in child sex abuse cases that employ trauma-informed practices. This means we have undergone professional training on how to work with individuals who have experienced trauma, helping to prevent re-traumatization during the legal process.
Take Action Now – Begin the Healing Process
Start by contacting the Schmidt National Law Group today for a confidential and free case review by calling 1-800-631-5656 or use the 100% secure intake form below.