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Eighteen Jesuit priests linked to institutions in the Chicago area have been named in a list detailing sexual abuse allegations that span six decades. The list, released this week by the Midwest Province Jesuits, contains the names of dozens of Jesuit priests who have had credible sex abuse allegations made against them since 1955. More... Read More

When dealing with sexual abuse, we might think it only occurs in person, and involved physical contact. Unfortunately, that’s not the only form of sex abuse. You might have noticed some suspicious behavior online, and now you're wondering, "Can sex abuse occur over the Internet?" Sexual abuse isn't limited to in-person interactions. Many people suffer... Read More

Your physician should be one of the most trustworthy people in your life. When they abuse their position of authority by sexually assaulting you, it’s devastating. Fortunately, you can hold them accountable in civil court for what they’ve put you through. In criminal court, a prosecutor may bring sexual assault charges against your physician. If... Read More

When we send our kids to class, we expect more than a well-rounded education. We expect teachers and caregivers to protect our children’s safety and wellbeing. Unfortunately, many Chicago schools are not upholding that responsibility. Hundreds of students have experienced sex abuse in Chicago public schools, causing trauma that can affect the child’s life for... Read More

On August 23, 2018, Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan issued a statement requesting that all who know of abuses by the church in Illinois come forward with information. This was prompted by a Pennsylvania grand jury report that made several references to Illinois. The report contains allegations and evidence against over 300 “predator priests” in... Read More

Childbirth is supposed to be one of the most exciting experiences for a family to go through. Unfortunately, parents’ worst nightmares far too often come true when they give birth to a child who has passed away. Sometimes, these complications are unavoidable and no one’s fault—they just happen. Other times, the negligence of a medical... Read More