Archdiocese of New York, Survivors Attorneys Sign $800M Abuse Settlement
The agreement covers about 1,300 abuse claims and includes an initial payment of roughly $619 million, with more due next year.
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Archdiocese of New York reaches $804 million settlement in more than 1,300 sexual abuse claims
The Archdiocese of New York has finalized an $804.25 million settlement resolving more than 1,300 sexual abuse claims brought against the church, its parishes, schools and affiliated organizations, Archbishop Ronald Hicks announced Thursday.
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RPPThe $800 million agreement between the Archdiocese of New York and 1,300 complainants of sexual abuse ends a lengthy litigation. Victims can opt for a quick payment or higher compensation after the evaluation of their cases.The Archdiocese sold properties and reduced personnel to finance the agreement.In addition, it will need to publish names of those accused of abuse, in an effort to promote healing and reconciliation.
Archdiocese of New York, Survivors Attorneys Sign $800M Abuse Settlement
St. Patrick’s Cathedral in New York City is seen Oct. 13, 2026. New York Archbishop Ronald Hicks announced Nov. 5 that an $800 million settlement to resolve some 1,300 abuse claims has been signed by both the archdiocese and plaintiffs’ lawyers. (Photo: OSV News/Gregory A. Shemitz) by Tablet Staff The $800 million settlement to resolve some 1,300 abuse claims brought against the Archdiocese of New York under the state’s lookback law, the Child V…
Approximately 1,300 victims of sexual abuse in the church will receive compensation, each of whom is expected to receive at least $250,000.
The Archdiocese of New York has formally reached an $800 million settlement with about 1,300 victims of sexual assault, The New York Times reported on Thursday. The settlement is expected to end years of legal wrangling. The archdiocese had previously considered filing for bankruptcy to meet the demands.
Archbishop Hicks thanked the survivors, parishes and negotiators, and reaffirmed the archdiocese's commitment to the protection of children.
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