Jury awards $16 million in clergy abuse case against Oakland Diocese
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A jury in Oakland has awarded $16 million to a survivor in a civil lawsuit against the Roman Catholic Diocese of Oakland, a verdict that could have broad implications for hundreds of similar clergy abuse cases.
The case was one of hundreds of lawsuits filed by survivors of clergy abuse against the diocese. Most of those cases have been on hold since the diocese filed for bankruptcy three years ago.
A judge allowed this case, along with a handful of others, to move forward. It is the first to reach a verdict.
The lawsuit was brought by a plaintiff identified as “John Doe,” who said he was sexually abused more than 50 years ago by former East Bay priest Stephen Kiesle. The jury found the diocese liable and awarded $16 million in damages.
The survivor’s attorney said the verdict brings some closure to his client and could encourage others to come forward.
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