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San Francisco Archdiocese Settles Abuse Claims | Oakland News
San Francisco’s Archdiocese is settling for nearly $400 million to compensate over 500 abuse survivors, marking a major step toward accountability after filing for bankruptcy in 2023. A 2020 California law extended legal deadlines and boosted damages, fueling these lawsuits. Survivors’ attorneys stress that money can’t undo decades of trauma. The deal mandates public records of accused clergy and independent tracking of abuse awareness and response. This isn’t unique—Bay Area dioceses like Oakland and Santa Rosa are also facing similar legal and financial fallout. Support the show:Get a…
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