New Sex Abuse Lawsuit Alleges Church Failed to Act after Learning of Priest's Deviant Past
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Another sexual abuse lawsuit has been filed in Chicago on behalf of a teenage boy who was sexually abused by a priest over the course of several years at St. Agatha Catholic Church on the city’s West Side. In addition to alleging that the boy was abused by admitted sex offender Daniel McCormack, the lawsuit places blame on the Archdiocese of Chicago for allowing McCormack to remain at the church--- and in direct contact with children--- after similar allegations of sex abuse had surfaced.
In a widely publicized hearing in 2007, Daniel McCormack pleaded guilty to sexually abusing boys at the church where he was a leader. McCormack was then sentenced to five years in prison. After serving 2 1/2 years of his sentence, McCormack has been removed to a state mental health facility.
A Legal Duty to Protect Parishioners
If indeed the Archdiocese of Chicago had knowledge of Father McCormack's deviant acts and allowed him to remain in at the church, it certainly seems as though they bear significant responsibility for the devastation they have subjected this young person to.
As with all sexual abuse cases involving institutional abuse, once the organization has actual or constructive knowledge that their employee or representative is acting inappropriately they must timely respond to the situation. Regardless of your religious affiliation, any organization that permits an alleged sexual deviant to remain in place and cause further destruction-- certainly should be held responsible to the fullest extent of the law.
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Rosenfeld Injury Lawyers represents victims of Sexual Abuse. We offer free consultations for all Sexual Abuse cases and only charge a fee if there is a recovery.
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A Legal Duty to Protect Parishioners
If indeed the Archdiocese of Chicago had knowledge of Father McCormack's deviant acts and allowed him to remain in at the church, it certainly seems as though they bear significant responsibility for the devastation they have subjected this young person to.
As with all sexual abuse cases involving institutional abuse, once the organization has actual or constructive knowledge that their employee or representative is acting inappropriately they must timely respond to the situation. Regardless of your religious affiliation, any organization that permits an alleged sexual deviant to remain in place and cause further destruction-- certainly should be held responsible to the fullest extent of the law.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Rosenfeld Injury Lawyers
Rosenfeld Injury Lawyers represents victims of Sexual Abuse. We offer free consultations for all Sexual Abuse cases and only charge a fee if there is a recovery.
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Disclaimer: While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this publication, it is not intended to provide legal advice as individual situations will differ and should be discussed with an expert and/or lawyer. For specific technical or legal advice on the information provided and related topics, please contact the author.
