New York Archdiocese agrees to $800 million settlement
By The BriefBrief
The Archdiocese of New York agreed to an $800 million settlement with about 1,300 survivors of sexual abuse by clergy members and lay workers. Lawyers said the survivors agreed to the payout, which is one of the largest clergy abuse settlements in the United States.
WHO:The Archdiocese of New York and about 1,300 sexual abuse survivors
WHAT:The Archdiocese of New York agreed to an $800 million settlement with survivors.
WHEN:Oct 24, 2026
WHERE:New York, USA
WHY:The settlement is intended to resolve claims brought by approximately 1,300 people.
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