Former Youth Pastor Thomas “Tommy” Pinkerton, Self-Proclaimed “Spiritual Father,” Accused of Sexually Abusing Minors
Image sources: Thomas Pinkerton, courtesy of the Baltimore County Police Department. Google Street View of Central Christian in Baltimore, MD, © Google, via Google Maps. Former youth pastor Thomas George Pinkerton Jr., also known as “Tommy,” has recently been extradited from Georgia, where he lives with his wife and three children, to face 24 charges […]
Philadelphia Youth Organization & Sports Sexual Abuse Lawyer
ANDREOZZI + FOOTE PHILADELPHIA YOUTH ORGANIZATION & SPORTS SEXUAL ABUSE LAWYER On This Page How Sexual Abuse Happens in Philadelphia Sports Teams and Youth Organizations Why Families Trust Andreozzi + Foote in Philadelphia Youth Organization and Sports Sexual Warning Signs of Sexual Abuse in Youth Sports and Organizations Proving Abuse in Philadelphia Youth Sports or […]
Abuse Inside Juvenile Detention Centers
Juvenile detention facilities across the country subject thousands of vulnerable children to horrific abuse. An undeniable and devastating truth that can no longer be ignored. These included sexual assault, rape, grooming, humiliation, and systemic neglect. This is not isolated. Not an accidental. It is institutional. And thanks to powerful survivor voices and the tireless efforts […]
Palm Beach County Teacher Miguel Benavente Charged with Sexual Battery
The idyllic exterior of Roosevelt Middle School, courtesy of Homes.com, stands in sharp contrast to the disturbing allegations against Dr. Miguel Benavente, who is charged with sexual battery. Booking photo courtesy of the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office. Dr. Miguel Leandro Benavente, a longtime employee of the Palm Beach County School District, has been arrested […]
What Are the Most Common Types of Sexual Abuse?
On This Page What Are the Different Types of Sexual Abuse? Speak With a Sexual Abuse Lawyer Today What Are the Different Types of Sexual Abuse? Speak With a Sexual Abuse Lawyer Today Sexual abuse can take many forms, and each one can have profound emotional, physical, and psychological impacts on survivors. At Andreozzi + […]
Ohio’s HB 8: The Sex Education Gap
In April 2025, Ohio implemented House Bill 8, empowering parents to review and opt out of any instruction involving sexuality or gender identity. Schools must notify parents beforehand, and students can be excused from such lessons. This is part of a national veiled to increase “parental rights” while undermining the devastating impacts. Why Comprehensive Sex Education Matters […]
Teaching Children to Speak Up
Empowering Kids to Recognize, Question, and Report Abuse In a world where abuse can happen in both familiar and unexpected places, preparing children to understand their boundaries, recognize grooming behaviors, and speak out confidently is one of the most vital protections we can offer. Abuse thrives in silence and secrecy—our job as caregivers, educators, and […]
Sexual Abuse Prevention & Support Guide
ANDREOZZI + FOOTE CHILD SEXUAL ABUSE PREVENTION & SUPPORT GUIDE Child sexual abuse is a life-changing, traumatic event that is unfortunately all too common, especially in the digital age. This guide provides information and resources to prevent sexual abuse and help survivors, caregivers, and other parties better understand the issue. Please note that while we […]
New Lawsuit Against Kenneth “Atlantis” Keith Long, Church, School
When authority figures betray trust, the harm lasts a lifetime. Recognizing the profound impact of these violations, Andreozzi and Foote has taken decisive action. The firm recently filed a civil lawsuit on behalf of two survivors against Seat Pleasant Baptist Church, the Alexandria City School Board, and Kenneth Keith Long. Abuse on Church & School […]
Lawsuit Filed Against Peter Green & Uniontown Bible Church
Youth pastors should be trusted as mentors by the teens who look to them for guidance. However, youth pastor Peter Green—who began working at Uniontown Bible Church in 2001—egregiously betrayed that trust. Details of the Peter Green Lawsuit Andreozzi + Foote recently filed a civil lawsuit in Carroll County Circuit Court against Uniontown Bible Church […]