Teacher Christopher Bendann Found Guilty of Child Sex Abuse
,Under Project Safe Childhood, a federal jury returned a guilty verdict against Christopher Kenji Bendann, age 40, of Baltimore. He was found guilty of child sex abuse on: – five counts of sexual exploitation of a minor to produce child pornography – one count of cyberstalking – three counts of possession of child pornography, all relating to his...
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Recognizing the Signs of Childhood Sexual Abuse
It is difficult to determine the prevalence of childhood sexual abuse because it is not often reported. Current statistics show that one in four girls and one in six boys are survivors of childhood sexual abuse.[1] Maryland has defined childhood sexual abuse as an act that involves the sexual molestation or exploitation of a minor,...
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DC Cardinal Accused of Sexual Abuse Passes Away
Theodore McCarrick, Removed in 2019, Never Faced a Criminal Trial Ex-cardinal Theodore McCarrick faced serious sexual abuse claims from at least 12 minors. This information comes from sources before the Vatican removed him from the clergy. Before Pope Francis removed McCarrick from the ministry in 2019, he was one of America’s most powerful Catholic cardinals....
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Local Teacher Found Not Guilty of Child Sexual Abuse
Teacher Found Not Guilty of Child Sexual Abuse In March of 2024, a courageous 8-year-old girl came forward to report the sexual abuse she was experiencing at the hands of her third-grade teacher. That brave act led to many other girls coming forward, alleging that the same 45-year-old male teacher molested them. The sexual abuse...
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MD Law Reduces Compensation for Juvenile Sexual Abuse Claims
The Maryland General Assembly stealthily passed House Bill 1378, rescinding the rights of some sexual abuse survivors if they do not file their claims in court by June 1, 2025. The bill was not supported by a single member of the government other than an obligatory bill sponsor. No one stood up to testify in...
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Child Sexual Abuse Claims at Charles H. Hickey Jr. School
In a groundbreaking development, justice is near for survivors filing child sexual abuse claims from the Charles H. Hickey Jr. School in Maryland. Ronald Neverdon, a former staff member at the juvenile detention center, has been arrested on multiple counts of sexual abuse of a minor and third-degree sexual offense. The charges stem from allegations...
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Child Sexual Abuse Claims at Mount St. Joseph High School
Child sexual abuse is an unimaginable violation of trust that leaves lasting scars on survivors and their families. In recent years, we’ve seen a growing number of allegations emerge, shedding light on the systemic failures that have allowed such abuse to persist in institutions meant to nurture and protect children. One such troubling case involves...
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Uber Driver Sexual Assault of Minor Arrested in North Texas
The Troubling Pattern of Sexual Assault Incidents Involving Rideshare Drivers and What Needs to Change. Ridesharing services like Uber and Lyft have transformed how we commute, offering convenience, affordability, and reliability. With just a few taps on a smartphone, riders can request a ride to take them from one place to another, often feeling safer...
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Sexual Abuse Claims at Calvert Hall College High School
Childhood sexual abuse is a profoundly traumatic experience that leaves lasting scars on survivors, affecting every aspect of their lives. Many who attended Calvert Hall College High School in Maryland endured unspeakable violations. There is still time to file sexual abuse claims against Calvert Hall College High School. The journey towards healing might feel daunting...
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Standing Together Against Institutional Child Sexual Abuse
At The Yost Legal Group, we are dedicated to standing up for individuals who experienced institutional sexual abuse as a minor. Tragically, facilities such as juvenile detention centers, schools, after-school programs, camps, and religious institutions have been sites of unthinkable abuse that have deeply impacted countless lives. Here is a client review from Ryan, a...
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