Episode Summary:
Mark Shirian discusses New York's groundbreaking look-back laws - the Child Victims Act and Adult Survivors Act - and their impact on abuse survivors seeking justice. The episode explores the complexities of handling decades-old abuse cases, evidence gathering challenges, and the importance of trauma-informed legal representation.
Key Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
00:25 - Explaining look-back windows and statute of limitations
01:21 - Overview of Child Victims Act and Adult Survivors Act
02:18 - Differences between CVA and ASA regarding consent
03:12 - Process of filing claims for historical abuse cases
04:44 - Importance of documentation and client credibility
05:25 - Trauma-informed approach to handling sensitive cases
07:11 - Legal and emotional challenges for survivors
08:50 - Success story: $1.5M settlement for 1958 abuse case
11:29 - Future outlook for survivor-focused legislation
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