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Los Angeles County Finalizes $828 Million Settlement for Hundreds of Abuse Claims, Amidst Scrutiny

Jackson ReedOctober 29, 2025October 29, 202508 mins

In a significant development for Los Angeles County, officials have finalized an $828 million LA County Settlement aimed at resolving hundreds of additional claims from individuals alleging childhood sexual abuse within county facilities. This latest agreement, approved by the Board of Supervisors, follows a landmark $4 billion settlement reached earlier this year, bringing the county’s…

L.A. County Appoints Judge to Oversee $4 Billion Sex Abuse Settlement Amidst Fraud Allegations, State Bar Probe Launched

Jake Amos-ChristieOctober 26, 2025October 26, 202508 mins

In the wake of troubling news concerning the integrity of a landmark $4 billion sex abuse settlement, Los Angeles County has taken significant steps to ensure accountability and address allegations of legal misconduct. A retired judge has been appointed to meticulously vet cases, and the county’s top legal counsel has formally requested the State Bar…