Previously in this bankruptcy, Survivors have addressed the Court and Archbishop directly to make clear the impact of abuse suffered. These statements, given without questioning from any party, are crucial for conveying the devastating effects of abuse. The Official Committee is exploring the possibility of scheduling another hearing for additional Survivor statements. If you wish to participate, please inform your attorney. Those without legal representation can email baltimoresurvivorteam@stinson.com. Additional updates will be provided as they become available.

Approximately 900-1,000 people have filed claims in the Archdiocese case. These numbers can be difficult to read, particularly for Survivors of abuse. If you are struggling, you may benefit from the Resources for Survivors tab at the top of the is webpage which can also be found here: Mental Health Resources for Survivors.

On August 13, 2024, the Archdiocese voluntary dismissed its lawsuit against insurers related to insurance coverage issues. The case was dismissed without prejudice which means that the Archdiocese may re-file the complaint and re-start the case in the future. The Archdiocese voluntarily dismissed the case as part of an agreement made between the Committee, the Archdiocese, and the insurers to begin the process of mediation. The parties also agreed that if mediation stalls, the Archdiocese lawsuit against the insurers can start up again, and the Committee may be included as a formal party to that lawsuit.