WERE YOU SEXUALLY ABUSED BY A TEACHER OR SCHOOL STAFF IN NEW YORK?
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ST. ANTHONY’S HIGH SCHOOL SEXUAL ABUSE LAWSUITS
Fighting for Survivors of Student Sexual Abuse at St. Anthony’s High School in New York
St. Anthony’s High School sexual abuse lawsuits involve allegations that staff allegedly abused students and that church authorities failed to provide proper supervision.
Levy Konigsberg is investigating claims that students at St. Anthony’s High School in South Huntington, New York were sexually abused by staff.
St. Anthony’s High School is a Catholic school located in South Huntington, New York, and is operated by the Franciscan Brothers of Brooklyn. Lawsuits have alleged that a former guidance counselor sexually abused a student over a period of years, including incidents that reportedly occurred on campus and involved inappropriate conduct such as taking explicit photographs. Additional lawsuits have alleged that a former teacher engaged in sexual abuse and harassment of students, and that school officials failed to properly supervise him or respond to complaints.
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Sexual Abuse at St. Anthony’s High School in New York
Examples of alleged abuse, and of conditions likely to lead to abuse within New York schools, include the following:
- In November 2023, a lawsuit was filed in Brooklyn Federal Court alleging that Trevor J. Anderson, a former guidance counselor at St. Anthony’s High School in New York, sexually abused a girl for a decade.
Anderson allegedly molested the victim and took nude photographs of her.
The abuse allegedly occurred in several locations, including on campus.
- In August 2019, a lawsuit was filed against Br. Harold Harvers, former teacher at St. Anthony’s High School for allegedly abusing a 12-year-old in 1969.
In February 1998, a former student filed a lawsuit in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York alleging sexual harassment by Harvers. The school and the Franciscan Brothers of Brooklyn allegedly failed to properly supervise Harvers and did not properly respond to complaints regarding his behavior.
In January 1995, a former student filed a lawsuit alleging sexual abuse and harassment by Harvers. He allegedly grabbed the victim in the hallway, brushed up against her, kissed her, and made inappropriate comments.
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Who Can You Sue in a Sex Abuse Civil Case?
In a sex abuse civil case, the parties you might sue can vary depending on the circumstances of the abuse and the relationships involved.
Some potential parties that could be sued in a sex abuse civil case include:
- Individual Perpetrator: The alleged perpetrator of the sexual abuse can be named as a defendant in the lawsuit. This is often the person who directly committed the abusive acts.
- Institutions and Organizations: If the abuse occurred within an institution or organization, such as a school, church, sports club, or workplace, and they failed to take appropriate action to prevent or address the abuse, they might also be held liable.
- Employers: If the perpetrator was an employee of an organization or institution, the employer might be held vicariously liable for the actions of their employee if the abuse occurred within the scope of their employment.
- Property Owners: If the abuse occurred on a property owned by someone else, and the property owner failed to provide adequate security or take reasonable steps to prevent the abuse, they might be considered liable.
- Government Entities: In some cases, government entities might be involved, especially if the abuse occurred within a state institution or facility. Suing a government entity might involve specific procedures and limitations.
Sex abuse cases can be legally complex, so it's highly advisable to consult with experienced legal professionals who specialize in this area to understand your options and pursue the appropriate legal action. Levy Konigsberg, along with our team of sexual abuse lawyers, is available to provide assistance for your sexual abuse case.
Do I Have a Case?
You may have grounds to file a civil legal action if:
- You were sexually abused by a teacher or staff at a school.
- The abuse occurred at any school.
Levy Konigsberg represents survivors in civil lawsuits that aim to hold schools accountable for their failures to stop abusive teachers and staff.
As civil claims, these cases are separate from any criminal proceedings that may arise from abuse and focus instead on holding institutions liable for damages. This means you may still have a claim even if:
- Your abuser is no longer alive.
- Your abuser was never charged with or convicted of a crime.
Recoverable Damages in Sexual Abuse Claims
In addition to providing accountability and a sense of justice, civil sex abuse lawsuits allow survivors to recover financial compensation for their damages, which may include:
- Past medical and mental health expenses
- Future mental health expenses, including therapy, medications, etc.
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional anguish and psychological harm
- Lost income
- Other economic and non-economic damages
New York School Sexual Abuse Statute of Limitations
A statute of limitations sets deadlines for victims to bring claims against their abuser or entities responsible for the abuse. New York has pioneered efforts to make it easier for sexual abuse survivors to seek justice and compensation.
In 2019, New York passed the Child Victims Act, expanding the statute of limitations for survivors of childhood sexual abuse. Under current law: (1) survivors of childhood sexual abuse at private schools, who were born after February 14, 1998, have until age 55 to file civil lawsuits; and (2) survivors of childhood sexual abuse at public schools, who were born after November 15, 1999, have until age 55 to file civil lawsuits.
If you or someone you know has been a victim of sexual abuse at a New York State Catholic school, our team is here to help you understand your legal options and fight for the justice you deserve.
Levy Konigsberg is actively investigating allegations of sexual abuse in New York schools.
We are committed to protecting the most vulnerable members of our society and seeking justice for survivors of sexual abuse in schools. Our experienced team is dedicated to providing legal representation and support to survivors, and we are actively investigating allegations of abuse. We are working tirelessly to ensure that survivors have access to justice and that future generations of young people are safe from harm within these institutions.
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