Time Limits for Child Sexual Abuse Claims to be Removed in England and Wales
Learn what this means for survivors and when it takes effect.
Historic Child Abuse in the UK & Ireland
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Understanding Trauma-Informed Lawyering
At McAllister Olivarius, trauma-informed lawyering is central to our approach, building trust, reducing harm, and offering support to survivors.
Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby Resigns Over Cover-up of Child Sexual Abuse
His resignation comes after intense public pressure following the Keith Makin Report, which detailed the decades-long sadistic abuse by barrister John Smyth during his work for the Church of England.
Historic abuse at Sandyridge and Costa Villa children’s homes
A recent investigation into historic abuse at two children’s homes in Kent has revealed horrific details about the sexual and physical abuse endured by former residents. If you are a survivor or victim, we may be able to help you bring a claim.
Spiritans sued by 58 people for alleged child sexual abuse in schools as cases surge following documentary (Irish Independent)
Dr. Olivarius speaks to Amy Molloy of the Irish Independent about the Spiritan sexual abuse scandal, the legal action taken by date, and why survivors deserve greater compensation.
UK Government plans to “make it easier and less traumatic for victims of child sexual abuse to pursue historic claims through the civil courts.”
On May 15, the UK government announced new proposals that will “make it easier and less traumatic for victims of child sexual abuse to pursue historic claims through the civil courts.”
Church of England allocates £150 million to compensate survivors and victims of abuse
The Church of England has announced that it will launch a National Redress Scheme to help compensate survivors and victims of Church-related abuse. If you are a survivor or victim, we may be able to help you bring a claim.
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‘Some are depressed, turned to gambling and drink – €100,000 doesn’t begin to cover it,’ Dr. Olivarius comments on the progress of cases involving the Spiritans (Irish Independent)
After a four-year legal battle, McAllister Olivarius client Derek McCarthy reached a settlement with the Spiritans over his sexual abuse at Rockewell College. However, says Dr Ann Olivarius, the settlements on offer to victims are not sufficient to cover years of emotional damage.
‘What if I’m not the only person?’ Survivor names priests who abused him decades ago (The Guardian)
McO client Derek McCarthy names Spiritan priest who abused him at Rockwell College.
McAllister Olivarius client Derek McCarthy talks to RTÉ Radio 1 about his experiences of sexual abuse at Rockwell College.
Our client Derek McCarthy, a survivor of abuse at Rockwell College, shares his traumatic past and how he is now confronting it.
McAllister Olivarius client tells his story of sexual abuse in the Irish Independent
Our client shares his stigma caused by priests from Rockwell College back in the 90s to encourage other victims/ survivors to come forward.
Dr. Olivarius discusses the new wave of sexual abuse cases facing the Spiritan order on RTÉ Radio 1’s Drivetime
Dr. Ann Olivarius discusses the fresh wave of abuse allegations facing the Spiritans in Ireland, and the options available to survivors.