The Louisiana Legislative Auditor has recently released a report, “Challenges and Gaps in Louisiana’s Efforts to Address Human Trafficking.” The report states that there are some regions of the state that have addressed some human trafficking concerns, but a concerted statewide campaign is needed to alert Louisiana residents how to recognize and report suspected cases… Read More
Catholic Priests Moved Abroad After Accusations in U.S.
“The Catholic Church allowed more than 50 U.S.-based clergy to move abroad after facing credible accusations of sexual abuse. Some continued to work with children.” “Dozens of Catholic Priests Credibly Accused of Abuse Found Work Abroad, Some With the Church’s Blessing”, is an article co-published by ProPublica and the Houston Chronicle. The reporters were Nicole… Read More
New Name Added to List of Jesuits for Child Sexual Abuse
Four more names were added today to the list of Jesuit order members suspected of sexual abuse. Additions to the list include Everard Booth, Jose Angel Borges, James Loeffler and Benjamin Smylie. Booth was very well known in New Orleans. He worked for many years at Jesuit High School, a while at the Jesuit Seminary… Read More
Helpful Things to Know When You Report a Sexual Assault to the Police
It’s common for sexual assault survivors — including the parents of children who have been sexually assaulted — to hesitate before calling law enforcement. The emotional and physical toll of sexual assault is profound, and survivors may feel embarrassed, confused, and self-blaming about what happened. Reporting a sexual assault to the police is also about… Read More
Surge in Online Videos of Child Sexual Abuse
The New York Times reports, “Tech Companies Detect a Surge in Online Videos of Child Sexual Abuse.” In 2019, there were more videos of abuse reported than photos of abuse. The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children has been designated by the federal government as a clearinghouse for reports of this type of content… Read More
Louisiana Nursing Home Obligations in a Sexual Assault Allegation
When we entrust loved ones to the care of a nursing home, we expect a high level of care. When an incident of sexual assault occurs in a nursing home, our immediate thoughts are with the well-being of the victim. But once the dust settles, we want answers. Who is responsible? What happens next? What… Read More
Video Games and Online Chats Are “Hunting Grounds” for Sexual Predators
Being a parent is stressful enough in the best of times. Being a parent in the modern world means being extremely vigilant about online threats, in addition to the typical tasks of raising a child. One area of increasingly growing concern is the world of video gaming, chat apps, and other online communication tools. While… Read More
How to Avoid Common Motorcycle Accidents
Riding a motorcycle is one of the most thrilling experiences you can have on the road. The feel of the wind on your face as you ride down an open highway is a freeing moment. However, riding a motorcycle is inherently dangerous, although the causes of many accidents are not the motorcyclist’s fault. There are… Read More
Victims’ Rights: Child Abuse and Sexual Assault
Figures from the Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN) show that on average there are 433,648 victims (age 12 or older) of rape and sexual assault each year in the United States. In 2016, Child Protective Services agencies substantiated that 57,329 children were subjected to sexual abuse. Abuse of children, whether sexual, physical, or… Read More
Bishop Malone Resigns Over Hidden Files about Abusive Priests
Here is evidence of more cover-up by the Catholic Church on clergy sexual abuse. The Church needs to have complete transparency. Bishop Richard Malone of Buffalo, New York, resigns after his hidden files about abusive priests is revealed. Here’s an NPR article about his resignation – “Buffalo NY Bishop Resigns Amid Controversy Over Clergy Abuse.”… Read More
