Posted on Tuesday, August 25th, 2020 at 2:12 am
Extended New York Child Victims Act Protects the Rights of Child Abuse Survivors In 2019, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo signed an act that gives child abuse victims one year to pursue legal action against their attacker. Even if the statute of limitations for the alleged crime they suffered already passed, they have additional
Posted on Monday, August 17th, 2020 at 8:08 pm
Child Victims Act lawyer Hillary M. Nappi of Hach Rose Schirripa & Cheverie LLP was quoted in a news article about victims of sexual abuse in New York. The article was published on August 11, 2020 in the Poughkeepsie Journal. Click here to read the
Posted on Wednesday, August 5th, 2020 at 7:28 pm
Hach Rose Schirripa & Cheverie LLP is a proud sponsor of “Breaking the Silence,” a five-part digital benefit event featuring motivational speaker Clark Fredericks. For more information, click the image
Posted on Monday, August 3rd, 2020 at 9:18 pm
The former pastor of Hyde Park Baptist Church has been arrested on sex crime allegations. Jonathan Alan Weaver is accused of two counts of sexual assault and battery on a former child parishioner. A civil lawsuit has also been filed under the Child Victims Act. Hach Rose Schirripa & Cheverie LLP‘s Hillary Nappi is representing the victim.
Posted on Friday, July 17th, 2020 at 3:30 pm
Two former students at the Youth Consultation Services Education Center in Fort Lee claim they were sexually abused by three school employees, who would allegedly corner them in the quiet room, a room where students who acted out were sent to cool down, according to the lawsuits filed late last month by attorney John Blyth.
Posted on Monday, July 6th, 2020 at 4:13 pm
by Hillary Nappi Since its enactment in February 2019, the Child Victims Act has produced an overwhelming response: hundreds of survivors of childhood sexual abuse have now come forward and are ready to have their voices heard. These survivors are of both genders, all races, live in all parts of New York
Posted on Friday, July 3rd, 2020 at 9:30 am
by Hillary Nappi By now, you know that you’re not alone. If you were sexually abused or assaulted by a Scoutmaster or leader of the Boy Scouts and other volunteers of the Boy Scouts of America, contact our Firm right away. The Boy Scouts of America believe that
Posted on Wednesday, March 25th, 2020 at 1:52 pm
“This is an extraordinary time for New York state, and circumstances around the budget are unusual to say the least, but we cannot lose sight of the fact that adult survivors of child sexual abuse will be further harmed by our legal system if we don’t move to extend the window,” said state Sen. Brad
Posted on Monday, March 16th, 2020 at 4:03 am
An alleged sexual abuse victim went public with charges against a veteran Catholic priest, becoming the eight abuser to identify the cleric, who remains active in a Manhattan parish. “I never thought I would have to come to this moment,” said accuser John Caramanno, 34, at a Manhattan news conference. “I thought that everything would
Posted on Monday, March 16th, 2020 at 3:58 am
Hillary, we are so proud of you and your dedication to survivors, like Yonah! We are grateful to all those who come to us to seek justice and let their voices be heard, thank you for entrusting us with your story. Read the article here.
Posted on Monday, March 16th, 2020 at 3:55 am
Another student has come forward against the Salamanca School Teacher. We believe in standing up for survivors and helping them seek justice through the law. If you believe you might have a case, give us a call immediately: 212-779-0057. Click here to read the full
Posted on Monday, March 16th, 2020 at 3:52 am
A student has come forward against the Beacon City School District, claiming that they failed to protect him from bullying and sexual assault. We believe in standing up for survivors and helping them seek justice through the law. If you believe you might have a case, give us a call immediately: 212-779-0057.
Posted on Monday, March 16th, 2020 at 3:42 am
Interview with Stanley J. Spero: Boston Attorney Stanley J. Spero representing two victims of a former Oklahoma psychiatrist who exploited their psychological and religious vulnerabilities. Click here to watch the
Posted on Friday, October 11th, 2019 at 2:06 pm
Abuse by doctors against their patients is true abuse of authority. The following describes four women who say that a trusted pediatrician abused them as children, and they’re ready to sue. Read more at:
Posted on Friday, October 4th, 2019 at 8:22 pm
We continue to fight for justice for our clients, including Patricia Rabinovich, who was abused between the ages of 9 and 16. Though every story of abuse brings its sadness, we are grateful for the New York Child Victims Act which has allowed Patricia, and many others just like her, the ability to file civil