As public awareness of the widespread sexual abuse of Boy Scouts grows, many are asking why we are just now finding out about decades-old allegations. The simplest explanation is that the Boy Scouts of America didn’t want us to know. Instead of prioritizing public safety and the welfare of Scouts, the BSA acted to protect…
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Was I Abused? Confusion Over The Definition Of Sexual Abuse Leads Many Victim-Survivors To Downplay What Happened To Them
If we could send a message to every man in America who was a Boy Scout during their youth it would be this: there is more to sexual abuse than inappropriate touching. There are a wide variety of activities that constitute abuse, and the Boy Scouts of America failed to protect its members from any…
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You Are Not Alone
One of the most heart-breaking things we hear from our clients who were sexually abused when they were Boy Scouts is that they thought they were alone. Until they saw a story on the news about others who were abused, they thought what happened to them happened for a reason. They tried to normalize or…
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How Legal Fees Work In Boy Scout Abuse Cases
If you are a victim-survivor of sexual abuse at the hands of a Boy Scout volunteer or employee, you should not let worries about the cost of legal representation prevent you from seeking justice. Attorney Paul Mones takes all Boy Scout Abuse cases on a contingency fee basis, which means victim-survivors do not owe the…
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For the Boy Scouts, Financial Bankruptcy Follows Moral Bankruptcy
“On my honor I will do my best to do my duty to God and my country and to obey the Scout Law; to help other people at all times; to keep myself physically strong, mentally awake, and morally straight.” -The Scout Oath Individual Scouts take the oath above very seriously, but for decades, the…
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Talk To An Attorney Today To File A Sexual Abuse Claim Against The Boy Scouts Of America
The coronavirus pandemic has changed all of our lives. It has also impacted our nation’s court system. It is important victims of sexual abuse at the hands of Boy Scout leaders, employees, and volunteers are not forgotten as we struggle to adapt to our current reality. When the Boy Scouts of America filed for bankruptcy…
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Don’t Let A Bar Date Stop Your Claim Against The Boy Scouts Of America
If you are a victim of sexual abuse at the hands of a Boy Scout leader, volunteer, or employee, now is the time to speak with an attorney about what happened to you. It does not matter how long ago the abuse occurred, what state you lived in at the time the abuse occurred, or…
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Why Working With An Experienced Attorney Matters
Much like doctors who specialize in a specific practice area, attorneys tend to focus on certain types of cases. The only type of case Paul Mones and the other attorneys in our office work on are childhood sexual abuse cases. The Defender of the Indefensible Paul’s commitment to, and compassion for, sexual abuse victims began…
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Your Story Matters
Many former Boy Scouts who were sexually abused by a Scoutmaster or other BSA volunteer find it hard to talk about what happened to them. Even decades later, many still feel confusion and shame, especially if they previously shared their story with a parent or other loved one and were told to forget or ignore…
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Reporting Highlights Importance Of BSA Bankruptcy
On February 18, the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) filed for bankruptcy. As the attorney responsible for winning the largest verdict ever against the BSA, Attorney Paul Mones has been interviewed by numerous members of the media about his experience suing the Boy Scouts, and the impact the BSA’s bankruptcy case will have on the…
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