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• Lawsuit Filed Against Former West Lafayette Pastor Accused of Mishandling Child Sex Abuse

  Gregory Laker, an Indianapolis-based attorney representing the Doe family, told IndyStar the culpability extends from the Olivettis to the church and Synod. “What this family allowed to happen to so many young victims is horrific and appalling,” he said, “and they need to be held accountable.” Read the full article here.

• Former Zionsville High School Substitute Teacher Convicted of Sexually Abusing Student

  Shawn A. Martin II was found guilty of two counts of child seduction. Martin worked as a substitute teacher for Zionsville School Corporation when the sexual abuse occurred in November 2020. A sentencing hearing is scheduled for Martin on December 19, 2022. If you, your child, or someone else you know is a victim of sexual … Read More

• Widespread Problems of Abuse Reported Within National Women’s Soccer League

  An independent investigation into reports of verbal, emotional and sexual abuse within the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) has found widespread problems and a league culture that failed to adhere to SafeSport Code to protect its athletes. This culture was reinforced from the top down as evidence was uncovered that the league commissioner was aware … Read More

• Huntington University Cross-Country Athletes Report Sexual Abuse and Inappropriate Behavior in Lawsuit

  A lawsuit filed on September 30, 2022, claims former Huntington University running coach Nick Johnson emotionally, physically and sexually abused student-athletes while serving as the cross-country running coach for the school. According to media reports, four former Huntington University runners reported Johnson abused his authority as a coach and pressured runners into taking pills and … Read More

• New Life Christian Church & World Outreach Pastor John B. Lowe II Confesses to Sex with Youth Congregation Member

  Video has surfaced of Warsaw, Indiana pastor John B. Lowe II confessing to having sex with a minor. Lowe told his congregation on Sunday, May 22, 2022, that he “committed adultery” twenty years prior and was stepping down from his role as pastor at New Life Christian Church & World Outreach. A woman stood up … Read More

• Presbyterian Church Elder Magill Accused of History of Covering Up Sexual Abuse Claims

  A recent report claims that former pastor and Presbyterian church elder Keith Magill has a history of ignoring sexual abuse claims. A former church member has come forward to report in 1999 she told Keith Magill, then pastor at Southside Reformed Presbyterian Church in Indianapolis, Indiana, that her father had been sexually abusing her for … Read More

• Former Indiana Minister McDaniel Sentenced to 5 Years in Jail For Molestation

  A Morgan County judge has sentenced William Bruce McDaniel, a former minister, to five years in jail after he pleaded guilty to Child Molesting charges. This was not McDaniel’s first time facing a judge for sexual abuse a child. In fact, this is the second time that McDaniel has been arrested and charged with Child … Read More

• Pastor Jared Olivetti Resigns After Investigation into Mishandling of Sexual Abuse Reports at Immanuel Reformed Presbyterian Church

  The Immanuel Reformed Presbyterian Church in West Lafayette, Indiana recently announced the resignation of Pastor Jared Olivetti after the Indianapolis Star investigated reports of mishandled of sexual abuse claims within the church. Three church elders who were identified in the investigation also resigned. The media investigation revealed Olivetti failed to recuse himself after receiving reports … Read More

• Greenwood High School Teacher Hockersmith Faces Child Seduction Charges

  Matthew Hockersmith, a Greenwood High School teacher who also serves as head cross country coach and assistant track coach, was arrested Monday, December 13, 2021 on charges of Child Seduction. Hockersmith has been charged with three felony counts of Child Seduction after authorities discovered text messages between the teacher and a female student that included … Read More

• Former St. Joseph High School Volleyball Coach Faces Sexual Abuse Lawsuit

  Justin Cochran faces a sexual abuse lawsuit after three former high school volleyball players reported the former coach engaged in sexual misconduct while they were students at St. Joseph High School in South Bend, Indiana. The girls claim in their lawsuit that Cochran repeatedly made inappropriate comments of a sexual nature and sent nude photos … Read More

• Southern Baptist Leader Resigning Amid Disagreements with Sexual Abuse Investigation

  President and CEO of the Southern Baptist Convention Executive Committee Ronnie Floyd announced his resignation citing disagreements with the way the administration is handling an investigation into allegations of sexual abuse claims within the church. The Southern Baptist Convention is the largest Protestant denomination in the United States and was the subject of an investigative … Read More

• University of North Carolina School of the Arts faces Sexual Abuse Claims from Former Students

  Several University of North Carolina School of the Arts alumni have come forward to report sexual abuse while they studied dance as students at the university in the 1980s. The former students have filed a lawsuit against the university as well as some teachers including Richard Kuch and Richard Gain. The students allege these teachers … Read More

• Bishop Dwenger High School Chaplin Father David Huneck Resigns Amid Accusation of Sexual Misconduct

  ***UPDATE 12/31/2021– Indiana Priest Reaches Plea Deal in Sexual Abuse Cases*** The associated press reported today that Father David Huneck has agreed to plead guilty to child solicitation and sexual battery charges for allegedly sexually abusing two females ages 17 and 19. Huneck is scheduled to appear in court on January 27, 2022. ***UPDATE 10/11/2021– … Read More

• Former Sycamore School Program Director Faces Sex Abuse Charges

  Christopher William Pollard, a program director at Sycamore School in Indianapolis was arrested on sexual abuse charges and terminated from his position at the school after authorities received a report of sexual abuse from a former student. The student stated the sexual assault occurred while Pollard was employed as a teacher and coach at a … Read More

• Former Zionsville Gymnastics Coach Kenneth “Andy” Arnold Faces New Molestation Charges

  New child molestation charges have been filed against former gymnastics coach Kenneth “Andy” Arnold. These charges were brought after another student reported to police that Arnold raped and molested her. Arnold worked as a gymnastics coach for InterActive Academy in Zionsville, Indiana between 2009 and 2016 according to court documents. This is the third time … Read More

• Former Hamilton Southeastern Schools Teacher Charged with Child Molestation

  Ian Gray, a former math teacher and track coach has been arrested after a former student reported he sexually abused her during the 2017-2018 school year at Fall Creek Intermediate School. The student reported that Gray sexually assaulted her nearly a dozen times. Gray was placed on administrative leave by the school district in April … Read More

• Sexual Abuse Claims Being Investigated Against Former Tri-Creek School Corporation Superintendent Rod Gardin

  Cohen & Malad, LLP attorneys are investigating claims of sexual abuse against Rod Gardin the former superintendent of Tri-Creek School Corporation in Lowell, Indiana. The family of a former student alleges that Gardin sexually assaulted a grade school student. In January of 2021, Gardin was  placed on temporary leave amid allegations of grooming behavior after … Read More

• Former Franklin Schools Track Coach Charged with Child Seduction

  James Eli Betts, a former assistant coach for Franklin Community High School girls and boys track has been arrested after a former student reported Betts sexually abused her when she was 16 years old. The former student reported that Betts fondled her and forced her to have sexual intercourse. Betts is currently charged with four … Read More

• University of Southern California Agrees to $852 Million Settlement in Sexual Abuse Lawsuit

  More than 700 women who claim University of Southern California campus gynecologist Dr. George Tyndall sexually abused them during exams will receive funds from a $852 million settlement from the university. Tyndall served as a gynecologist at the university’s student health clinic for nearly 30 years. The Los Angeles Times published an in depth report … Read More

• Indiana School for the Deaf Teacher Fired Following Sexual Abuse Charges

  Jerry R. Claus, a teacher at the Indiana School for the Deaf, was fired from his position after school officials learned that Claus was arrested on two counts of sexual misconduct with a minor in Erie County, Ohio according to media reports. The charges stem from a report alleging he had sex with a young … Read More

• Lebanon High School Teacher Fired After Being Arrested for Child Solicitation

  Lebanon Senior High School teacher Brian J. Boyer was fired following his arrest on allegations of child solicitation according to media reports. Court documents indicate Boyer exchanged sexually explicit messages via a texting app with people he believed were adolescent girls under the age of 16. A group of people who described themselves as child-predator … Read More

• Former Speedway High School Teacher and Coach Faces Child Seduction Charges

  The Marion County Prosecutor has charged Tyler Carmichael, a former teacher at Speedway High School and track coach, with child seduction and sexual battery according to media reports. A former student of Carmichael’s claims he touched and kissed her while she was at a friend’s house in November last year. Court documents state the girl … Read More

• Carle BroMenn Medical Center and McLean County Orthopedics Face Sexual Abuse Lawsuit Over Dr. Shaun Kink

  Cohen & Malad, LLP has filed a civil law suit in McLean County, Illinois against Carle BroMenn Medical Center and McLean County Orthopedics alleging negligent supervision of Dr. Shaun Anthony Kink, a surgeon who repeatedly sexually assaulted his patient, Jane Doe, in 2019. Jane Doe underwent an emergency surgery on her foot at Carle BroMenn … Read More

• Dozens of Children Report Sexual Abuse at Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health

  Over 40 children have come forward to report sexual abuse perpetrated by employees at Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health facilities. Devereux is a non-profit residential care facility specializing in care for children with intellectual disabilities, mental disorders, and trauma with facilities located in thirteen states. An investigation by the Philadelphia Inquirer uncovered numerous reports of sexual … Read More

• Massage Therapy Sexual Abuse

  

  Indiana Lawyers for Massage Therapy Sexual Abuse Survivors Spas and massage clinics offer personal care services that are meant to provide necessary physical care and relaxation. The relationship between clients and massage therapists or aestheticians is one of trust. Clients expect the spa or clinic will provide a professional, safe, and relaxing environment for self-care. … Read More

• Boy Scout Sexual Abuse Survivors Get Access to Justice

  A New Jersey law that takes effect December 1, 2019 will allow former scouts who were sexually abused by organization leaders and volunteers a two-year window to file civil lawsuits and hold their perpetrators accountable. The law applies to BSA members who were sexually abused during the approximately 30 years the organization was headquartered in … Read More

• Pediatrician Jonathon Cavins Found Guilty of Multiple Counts of Sexual Abuse

  **UPDATE June 5, 2020** Pediatrician Jonathon Cavins was sentenced to 23 years with 19 years served in prison and the remaining 4 years to be served on probation. The sentence was handed down by Boone Circuit Judge Lori Shein after Cavins was found guilty on two counts of child molestation, one count of sexual misconduct … Read More