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Boy Scouts of America
BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA
Justice for Boy Scout Abuse Survivors
In August 2019, reports surfaced that over 800 men across the U.S. were allegedly abused as children by individuals within the Boy Scouts of America. These tragic incidents, spanning decades, highlight a systemic failure to protect vulnerable children.
We take these allegations seriously and are committed to helping survivors of sexual abuse within the Boy Scouts. If you or a loved one has experienced abuse or assault by a member of the Boy Scouts, contact our experienced Boy Scout sexual abuse attorneys for support and legal representation.
The Boy Scouts of America has a Troubling History of Sexual Abuse & Assault, With Many Cases Coming to Light in Recent Years:
- In November 2020, 82,000 individuals filed sexual abuse claims, with cases dating back to the 1970s
- By December 2021, 86% of survivors voted in favor of the Boy Scouts of America's (BSA) reorganization plan
- September 2022, Judge Laurie Selber Silverstein approved BSA's reorganization plan
Who is Liable for Boy Scouts Abuse?
While the abusers are directly responsible for their criminal actions, the Boy Scouts of America bears significant responsibility for failing to protect children in their care:
- Since 1919, the Boy Scouts have kept a detailed database of volunteers with histories of predatory behavior, yet failed to act on this information
- A 1972 internal memo advised executives to dismiss offenders but did not require reporting the abuse to law enforcement
- The Boy Scouts’ negligence in addressing predatory behavior has contributed to the widespread abuse of children over decades
