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$240 Million Proposed Settlement Reached in USC Gynecologist Sexual Abuse Class Action
LOS ANGELES – Today, hundreds of current and former students of the University of Southern California reached a $240 million proposed settlement in a class-action lawsuit against the university and its former gynecologist , Dr. George Tyndall, for his alleged decades-long sexual abuse of his patients that persisted despite USC’s knowledge, according to Hagens Berman.
The class-action lawsuit filed in the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California details sexual abuse and violations of Dr. Tyndall, who subjected his patients to inappropriate touching, unnecessary penetration with his hands, lewd comments, photographing, and other acts of sexual harassment. The…
This Organization Is Changing How We Educate Kids About Sexual Abuse
"It's not about scaring children. It's about empowering them."
How to talk to kids about sexual abuse, and how you can help prevent it
In addressing this incredibly important topic, parents need to start early and be open, honest and calm.
How to Get In on a Volkswagen Class-Action Lawsuit
If you own one of the affected car models, you may not need to sign up with a law firm to collect on a settlement.
10 Ways to Teach Your Child the Skills to Prevent Sexual Abuse
Prevent sexual abuse in your children by following these important and essential steps and skills and imbue in your child protective skills.
Received a Class Action Lawsuit Notice? What Do You Do Next?
It's possible that you could be a party in a class action lawsuit and you might not even know it. And if you've gotten a notice of a pending or completed class action lawsuit, you may be wondering what...
Why teens keep the secret of sexual abuse
Child-abuse prevention shouldn't be the responsibility of victims who feel powerless, experts say.
Why Sexual-Abuse Survivors Are Getting Sucked Into QAnon
Attracted to conversations about saving children from sex-trafficking, survivors are finding themselves drawn into the world of a baseless conspiracy theory
Educators, professionals learn how to identify sexual abuse
WHITE HALL – Sexual abuse is a concept hard to grasp for kids under a certain age.
What to Look for in a Class Action Lawyer
There are many factors to consider when choosing a lawyer. But when choosing a class action lawyer, there are many more considerations to take into account.
What every Sexual Abuse Survivor Wants You to Know.
It is the voice in our heads that tells us we are not enough, that we don't deserve love, that it’s our fault, that no one will love us and that we don't belong. That message came to me many times ...
How to spot and prevent child sexual abuse to protect your children
Dealing with child sex abuse is a tricky topic but it is important to have the right conversations with our kids to learn how to see it and prevent it
How to Recognize the Signs of Sexual Abuse
Signs of sexual abuse are not always obvious. Know what to look for when you have concerns that your child has been sexually abused. Contact Taylor & Ring in LA for help.
How to Respond to Sexual Abuse Disclosure
No one wants to hear that their child has been sexually abused. But if they have, it’s important to know how to respond, what to say, and where to find help....
Why I Waited 17 Years to Report My Sexual Abuse
As a six year old awakened in the most brutal sense to sexuality, control and humiliation for over a decade, innocence is invariably lost, and is forever attempted to be reclaimed. I doubt you will ha...
How to Talk to Little Kids about Sexual Abuse
[Trigger Warning] The thing I remember most about that night, is that it was perfect: it was dusk and a salty breeze had just started to chill the air. I was six and we were on vacation in Mombasa on our way to see the acrobats. A funny memory popped into my head for no apparent... #sexualabuse
Tip Sheet: Warning Signs of Possible Sexual Abuse In A Child's
Any one sign doesn't mean that a child was sexually abused, but the presence of several suggests that you begin asking questions and consider seeking help.
Why Identifying Maternal Sexual Abuse Is So Difficult
What An Expert on Sexual Abuse Says About Sleepovers
It was quite a long time ago that I wrote an article about sleepovers, explaining why my family chose to just say “no” to allowing our children to stay over with friends. Though this sometimes upset or angered our children, and just as often upset or angered their friends’ parents, we stuck to it as a matter of personal conviction, though certainly not a matter of judgment toward those who have decided otherwise. That article has elicited more response and …
