How Survivors Fight Back Against Broken Systems
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Institutions once covered up child abuse to protect their power—but civil litigation is changing the game. Joseph Fearon, lawyer at Preszler law, concludes that unlike criminal cases that often hold only individuals accountable, civil lawsuits hit institutions where it hurts most: their finances. Survivors stepping forward are exposing systemic abuse and forcing change through the legal system. From school boards to religious dioceses and organizations like the Boy Scouts, civil claims have led to new safety measures, accountability policies, and in some cases, bankruptcy for those who failed to protect children. This is how survivors are using their voices—and the law—to reshape the future.
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Joseph Fearon is a lawyer based in Toronto. Originally from Nova Scotia, Joseph is a strong advocate for his clients, allowing them to focus on their recovery. He helps his clients understand the legal system and their case so they can make informed and confident decisions. He ensures his clients receive reasoned recommendations on the best course of action at every step. . He took an oath to serve survivors of abuse. They are civil lawyers lawyers helping those exploited by a person in a position of trust or authority or by someone upon whom they were dependent in the institutional context