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Did you know that despite the Boy Scouts’ settlement that was approved by the bankruptcy court and is now under appeal, the compensation currently offered to abuse survivors is only about 1.5% of the claim value? This shocking reality underscores the massive gap between proposed settlements and the actual needs of the victims.

In this episode of Cut to the Chase: Podcast, we are joined by Curtis Garrison and Jason Joy to update us on where the Boy Scouts’ settlement stands. Curtis, an advocate for sexual abuse survivors and survivor is collaborating with Gateway Church in Dallas to raise awareness about the Boy Scouts’ abuse scandal and convince Texas to change it’s statute of limitations for sexual abuse survivors. Jason Joy is a tenacious lawyer representing several of the Boy Scouts that were sexually abused over the past 5 decades. Both guests bring invaluable insights from their real-world and legal experiences to this critical discussion. Today, we hope to give you a deeper understanding of the legal complexities surrounding the Boy Scouts’ settlement that is technically in effect but still under appeal.

Tune in to learn about the tireless efforts and challenges of advocating for survivors, new legislative measures, and the evolving landscape of liability, restitution, and justice.

What to expect in this episode:

  • The push for statute of limitations reform and its importance for sexual abuse survivors.

  • Analysis of the Boy Scouts’ reparations plan and the shortfall in compensation funds

  • Detailed explanation of «contra proferentem» and the insurance companies’ resistance

  • The role and responsibilities of local councils and other organizations in abuse cases

  • Comparison of the Boy Scouts’ settlement to Purdue Pharma’s scenario

  • Insights into the Boy Scouts’ ongoing court proceedings and possible legal developments

Key Actionable Takeaways for Law Firms:

  • Stay informed about statute of limitations reforms and support legislative efforts that protect abuse survivors.

  • Recognize the importance of clear and transparent insurance policy terms to avoid ambiguities in coverage.

  • Advocate for fair and adequate compensation for abuse survivors through legal channels and reforms.

  • Understand the significant exposure and responsibilities of insurers in coverage for abuse cases.

  • Prepare for the potential influence of high-profile cases, like Purdue Pharma, on other litigation settlements.

Stay tuned for more updates, and don’t miss our next deep dive on Cut to The Chase: Podcast with Gregg Goldfarb!

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Resources:

Jason Joy & Associates: https://www.jasonjoylaw.com

Connect with Jason on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-joy-595a3416

Listen to Breaking Down the Supreme Court’s Double Take on Boy Scouts’ Settlement w/ Jason Joy: https://gregggoldfarb.libsyn.com/breaking-down-the-supreme-courts-double-take-on-boy-scouts-settlement-w-jason-joy

This episode was produced and brought to you by Reignite Media.