Mar 08, 2024
AAJ Statement: Major Step Forward for Victims Seeking Justice for Child Sex Abuse
Washington, DC – The following is a statement from American Association for Justice CEO Linda Lipsen about the Maryland court that ruled that a state law removing the statute of limitations in child sex abuse cases is constitutional, allowing more survivors and families to seek justice:
"Empowering abuse survivors to pursue justice is always the right thing to do. This ruling is a major step forward for survivors of child sex abuse, many of whom are permanently scarred by the abuse they suffered and are still trying to find closure.
"Public accountability is critical – those seeking justice today are bringing their abusers to account, rebuilding their lives, and breaking the cycle of abuse to protect future generations. We applaud their courage and stand with survivors."
CONTACT Carly Moore Sfregola Email: Carly.Sfregola@justice.org Phone: 202.684.9609
The American Association for Justice is a nonprofit association of lawyers who represent the interests of plaintiffs. The AAJ advocates for fair access to the civil court system. The AAJ strives to promote a fair and effective justice system and support attorneys in their efforts to ensure that persons injured by the misconduct or negligence of others can obtain justice. Attorneys represent those in personal injury cases and other civil matters.
