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Phillips Law Group’s Role in the Historic $4 Billion LA County Sex Abuse Settlement

In a monumental victory for survivors and a powerful statement on institutional accountability, Los Angeles County has agreed to a landmark, tentative $4 billion settlement to resolve approximately 6,800 claims of childhood sexual abuse within its juvenile detention facilities and foster care system. This unprecedented resolution, the largest of its...

Murdered Teen Zariah Dodd Left Group Home in Surprise, Arizona Before Her Tragic Death

The heartbreaking case of 16-year-old Zariah Dodd has left the Phoenix community in shock and raised serious questions about the safety and oversight of Arizona group homes. The pregnant teen was reported missing after leaving a group home in Surprise, Arizona, where she was in state custody, on July 4th,...

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How Legal Action Can Bring About Accountability and Reform in Illinois Juvenile Detention Facilities

Illinois juvenile detention facilities, designed to rehabilitate and protect young offenders, have come under scrutiny for widespread allegations of abuse. Many juveniles in these detention centers have suffered physical, emotional, and sexual abuse at the hands of staff members and other detainees. These disturbing incidents highlight systemic failures and a...

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Rideshare Safety: What Uber and Lyft Passengers Need to Know

Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft are very popular, and in fact, Uber reports on its website that millions of rides are requested every day through its app. But rideshare safety remains a concern, with issues like rideshare accidents and sexual assault lawsuits popping up in the news. If you’ve...

Stop Institutional Child Abuse Act Passes United States Senate

The Stop Institutional Child Abuse Act unanimously passed the United States Senate on Wednesday, December 11, 2024. The bill has had strong support from a high-profile advocate – celebrity Paris Hilton – and she shared the incredible news with her followers on Instagram shortly after the vote passed. The bill...

Were You Impacted by Sex Trafficking Allegations Involving Mike Jeffries, Matthew Smith, or James Jacobson?

Alarming new allegations have surfaced against former Abercrombie & Fitch CEO Mike Jeffries, along with Matthew Smith and James Jacobson, who all face accusations of sex trafficking and exploitation. For survivors, cases like these can bring a renewed sense of urgency to seek justice and hold those responsible accountable. If...

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Juvenile Detention Centers in Maryland Face Sexual Abuse Allegations

A number of juvenile detention centers in Maryland have fielded serious complaints over unchecked sexual abuse concerning adolescents in their care. If you spent time at a Maryland juvenile hall detention center and suffered abuse there, you may be able to pursue a legal claim against the responsible individuals or...

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Diddy Accused of Sexual Assault in Lawsuits from More Than 100 Alleged Victims

Sean Combs, also known as Diddy, faces several high-profile legal cases from the federal level down. Now, Diddy is accused in sexual assault lawsuits by more than 100 alleged victims from assaults that happened primarily in New York as well as in Los Angeles and Miami. Diddy Accused of Sexual...

Can Dating Apps Be Held Accountable for Abuse?

You may be surprised to learn that people who were sexually assaulted or otherwise victimized by someone they met on a dating website may be able to take legal action for the harm done to them. There is little accountability for assailants who meet their victims on these platforms, but...

State Supreme Court Considers Utah OB-GYN Sexual Assault Case

Utah 4th District Judge Robert C. Lunnen dismissed a lawsuit filed by almost 100 women against Provo OB-GYN David H. Broadbent in late September 2022. Dr. Broadbent was accused of allegedly committing sexual assault against those women while they were receiving medical care from him. Now, the Utah Supreme Court...