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CA Attorney General Investigates School Districts’ Mishandling of Sexual Abuse

CA Attorney General Investigates school districts
Jennifer Storm

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Jennifer Storm

California’s Attorney General (A.G.) is scrutinizing how school districts across the state have handled—or mishandled—allegations of sexual abuse. Our firm invests in protecting students by enforcing accountability in school systems that have failed to uphold their duty of care.

Andreozzi + Foote is no stranger to these complex cases. We worked closely with many survivors involved in Pennsylvania’s Attorney General’s groundbreaking grand jury investigations. Exposing widespread sexual abuse and institutional cover-ups in schools and other powerful organizations. We witnessed firsthand the impact of government intervention in bringing about justice. Through these efforts, our team helped uncover systemic abuse and supported victims in securing accountability.

California’s Investigation into Sexual Abuse

The California A.G.’s investigation aims to determine whether school districts across the state respond effectively to abuse reports or neglect their duties under mandatory reporting laws. When schools fail to report, address, or prevent abuse, they inadvertently enable a culture that silences victims and shields perpetrators. This can have lasting, devastating effects on survivors, who are often left feeling abandoned by the very institutions meant to protect them.

Through this investigation, the Attorney General hopes to understand the prevalence and nature of these failures and ultimately set a higher standard of accountability for school districts statewide.

The Pennsylvania Sexual Abuse Investigation

In Pennsylvania, the groundbreaking 2018 investigation led by the Pennsylvania Attorney General’s Office exposed pervasive sexual abuse within the Catholic Church. Andreozzi + Foote helped hundreds of survivors seek justice. This high-profile report was built on years of groundwork laid by courageous victims, attorneys, and investigators who worked tirelessly to shine a light on concealed abuses. There were countless other grand jury reports exposing Pennsylvania schools.

These investigations exposed abuse within religious, private, and public schools and revealed how systemic failures allowed perpetrators to evade consequences. For instance, in the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown, hundreds of children were suffering abuse over decades. Yet, school officials and church leaders repeatedly suppressed allegations, leaving vulnerable children at risk.

Through our partnership with the A.G.’s office, we supported survivors in sharing their stories and pursuing justice. Notably, we represented clients in high-profile cases, encouraging further inquiries into institutional accountability and setting the stage for future investigations. This collaborative effort with the Pennsylvania Attorney General became a watershed moment, compelling institutions across the state to review and strengthen their abuse prevention measures.

Justice for Survivors in Pennsylvania

The most impactful cases from the PA grand jury investigations serve as a reminder of the importance of institutional accountability. For example, in the State College Area School District, the firm represented victims in cases where long-standing abuse went unchecked. Similarly, another case involving a Philadelphia-based private school revealed extensive cover-ups by administrators who ignored mandatory reporting laws. These revelations resulted in justice for victims and led to sweeping policy changes within these institutions.

Through these cases, we advocated for silenced victims, working to dismantle the systems that allowed abusers to continue their misconduct unchecked. Our firm’s legal work directly influenced broader policy reform within schools and other institutions. Thus setting a precedent for improved safety measures and protocols.

Applying Pennsylvania’s Lessons to California’s Investigation

California’s A.G. investigation can benefit from the lessons learned in Pennsylvania, where a combination of government oversight, legal action, and survivor advocacy led to institutional change. Andreozzi + Foote is prepared to support victims in California, drawing on our experience with Pennsylvania’s grand jury investigations.

Advocacy and Justice for Abuse Survivors

The commitment of state leaders to investigate these institutions is crucial for real reform. For California families impacted by mishandling of abuse allegations, this investigation offers hope for justice. We believe that holding institutions accountable is essential to preventing further harm.

At Andreozzi + Foote, we work tirelessly to ensure survivors’ voices are heard.

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