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Sommers Schwartz, PC Investigates Sexual Abuse Claims Against Father Gary Berthiaume

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Detroit, Michigan – Sommers Schwartz, PC, is delving into the past of Father Gary Berthiaume, bringing light to allegations of sexual abuse and misconduct committed throughout his tenure in the Detroit and Cleveland Catholic Dioceses. In 1978, Berthiaume was charged and confessed to sexually abusing two minors in Detroit, Michigan, resulting in a six-month jail … Continue reading Sommers Schwartz, PC Investigates Sexual Abuse Claims Against Father Gary Berthiaume →

Sommers Schwartz Investigates Allegations of Hazing, Racial Discrimination, and Sexual Abuse in Northwestern’s Athletics Programs

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Detroit, Michigan – Sommers Schwartz, a Detroit-based law firm renowned for its commitment to justice and giving a voice to abuse survivors, is investigating allegations involving hazing in Northwestern’s athletic programs. What were initially reports of rampant hazing, sexual misconduct, and racial discrimination within the school’s football team, have broadened into other sports programs at … Continue reading Sommers Schwartz Investigates Allegations of Hazing, Racial Discrimination, and Sexual Abuse in Northwestern’s Athletics Programs →

Using Anti-Sex Trafficking Laws and Repeal of Antiquated “Anti-Heart-Balm� Laws for Intimate Partner Sex Abuse Cases

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This program will discuss limitations in existing law and examine innovative ways to bring civil claims against intimate partners in sex abuse cases. Existing law provides a remedy for victims of forced sexual abuse, but options are often limited for victims who are coerced into sexual relationships through nonphysical means. This program explores those situations … Continue reading Using Anti-Sex Trafficking Laws and Repeal of Antiquated “Anti-Heart-Balmâ€� Laws for Intimate Partner Sex Abuse Cases →

Sommers Schwartz Fights Against Clergy Sexual Abuse, Offers Support to Victims of Father Donald Hartman

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Detroit, Michigan – Sommers Schwartz, a prominent sexual abuse law firm in Detroit, is seeking to take action against Father Donald Hartman on behalf of multiple individuals who have accused the priest of sexually abusing them during their childhood. According to a report released by Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel, current allegations state that Father Hartman … Continue reading Sommers Schwartz Fights Against Clergy Sexual Abuse, Offers Support to Victims of Father Donald Hartman →

Sommers Schwartz, P.C. Advocates for Victims of Sexual Abuse in Case of Former Priest of Diocese of Marquette Facing Trial for Sex Offenses Involving a Minor

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Detroit, Michigan – Sommers Schwartz, P.C. is representing the victims of sexual abuse of Father Aaron Nowicki, a former priest of the Diocese of Marquette. Father Nowicki has been charged with a sex offense involving a minor, Computer/Internet Use for Harassment/Threats, and Aggravated Distributing or promoting Sexual Abuse Activity with a Child. In January 2019, … Continue reading Sommers Schwartz, P.C. Advocates for Victims of Sexual Abuse in Case of Former Priest of Diocese of Marquette Facing Trial for Sex Offenses Involving a Minor →

Using Anti-Sex Trafficking Laws and Repeal of Antiquated “Anti-Heart-Balm� Laws for Intimate Partner Sex Abuse Cases

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This program will discuss limitations in existing law and examine innovative ways to bring civil claims against intimate partners in sex abuse cases. Existing law provides a remedy for victims of forced sexual abuse, but options are often limited for victims who are coerced into sexual relationships through nonphysical means. This program explores those situations … Continue reading Using Anti-Sex Trafficking Laws and Repeal of Antiquated “Anti-Heart-Balmâ€� Laws for Intimate Partner Sex Abuse Cases →

Michigan Law Firms Launch the Clergy Abuse Coalition to Help Survivors of Clergy Sexual Abuse Seek Justice and Accountability

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Detroit, Michigan – Three leading law firms in Michigan, Sommers Schwartz, Grewal Law, and Pitt McGehee Palmer Bonanni Rivers, have joined forces to launch the Clergy Abuse Coalition, a collaboration aimed at providing survivors of clergy sexual abuse with legal representation and support. The coalition comes at a time when an increasing number of survivors … Continue reading Michigan Law Firms Launch the Clergy Abuse Coalition to Help Survivors of Clergy Sexual Abuse Seek Justice and Accountability →

Using Anti-Sex Trafficking Laws and Repeal of Antiquated “Anti-Heart-Balm� Laws for Intimate Partner Sex Abuse Cases

Personal Injury Services, , , , , , , , , , Steve Robertson

This program will discuss limitations in existing law and examine innovative ways to bring civil claims against intimate partners in sex abuse cases. Existing law provides a remedy for victims of forced sexual abuse, but options are often limited for victims who are coerced into sexual relationships through nonphysical means. This program explores those situations … Continue reading Using Anti-Sex Trafficking Laws and Repeal of Antiquated “Anti-Heart-Balmâ€� Laws for Intimate Partner Sex Abuse Cases →

Daycare Drama: When Does a Prank Become Felony Child Abuse?

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When does a prank go too far? If you don a “Scream” mask (the one used in the 1996’s movie Scream) to scare people, it may be harmless. But what if you do it to toddlers? That is a different story. This actually happened at the Li’l Blessings Child Care & Learning Center in Hamilton, … Continue reading Daycare Drama: When Does a Prank Become Felony Child Abuse? →