Los Angeles Archdiocese Reaches $880 Million Settlement for Clergy Sex Abuse Claims
The Archdiocese of Los Angeles has agreed to pay $880 million to settle claims of sexual abuse involving children and hundreds of victims of clergy sexual abuse. This settlement represents a significant financial resolution to a series of lawsuits aimed at addressing the harm caused by abusive church officials. The total payouts related to sexual abuse claims in this archdiocese now exceed $1.5 billion, highlighting the ongoing challenges faced by the institution in dealing with its past.
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