Case Results

For Herman Law, case results are measured not only by a monetary settlement or verdict, but also by the healing and empowerment of our clients through the litigation process.

While earning a positive result that compensates and provides justice for survivors of sexual abuse is our ultimate goal, the team at Herman Law understands the sensitive, confusing, and emotional situations our clients face, and we put great emphasis and pride in ensuring that the litigation process is as positive, empowering, and stress-free as possible.

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St Cloud Diocese settles lawsuit filed by adult victims of childhood sex abuse by clergy

St Cloud Diocese settles lawsuit filed by adult victims of childhood sex abuse by clergy

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High Court Overturns sex abuse conviction of High Ranking Catholic Official Cardinal Pell

High Court Overturns sex abuse conviction of High Ranking Catholic Official Cardinal Pell

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$21.7 Million verdict is upheld in Rabbi Sex abuse case

$21.7 Million verdict is upheld in Rabbi Sex abuse case

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Former Olympian swimmer settles lawsuit with USA Swimming amongst allegations of sex abuse

Former Olympian swimmer settles lawsuit with USA Swimming amongst allegations of sex abuse

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We brought a civil sexual abuse claim against Jeffrey Epstein and, on behalf of teen girls who allege they were sexually molested and abused by Jeffrey Epstein.

We brought a civil sexual abuse claim against Jeffrey Epstein and, on behalf of teen girls who allege they were sexually molested and abused by Jeffrey Epstein.

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Clergy Abuse

We brought a civil sexual abuse claim against the Archdiocese of Miami, Inc. and St. Anthony School, on behalf of a children boys who alleges they were sexually molested and abused by Father Neil Doherty.

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Clergy Abuse

We brought a civil sexual abuse claim against the Mary Help of Christians School and THE SALESIAN SOCIETY, INC., on behalf of a teens boys who alleges they were sexually molested and abused by their Dorm Supervisor, Father Kevin O’Brien.

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Youth Sports Leagues

We brought a civil sexual abuse claim against the Florida Youth Soccer Association and , on behalf of a teen boy who alleges he was sexually molested and abused by his Assistant Coach, William Burton.

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Youth Sports Leagues

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Foster Care

We brought a civil sexual abuse claim against the Kids Sanctuary and , on behalf of a childern who alleges was sexually molested and abused by House Parent, David Anderson.

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Clergy Abuse

We brought a civil sexual abuse claim against the Archdiocese of Miami and , on behalf of a teen boy who alleges he was sexually molested and abused by his Priest, Father Olszewski.

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Cardinal Pells squashed conviction spurs demand for change in the Legal system

Cardinal Pells squashed conviction spurs demand for change in the Legal system

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High Court Overturns sex abuse conviction of High Ranking Catholic Official Cardinal Pell

High Court Overturns sex abuse conviction of High Ranking Catholic Official Cardinal Pell

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$21.7 Million verdict is upheld in Rabbi Sex abuse case

$21.7 Million verdict is upheld in Rabbi Sex abuse case

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Child Sex Abuse survivors write letter to Governor Cuomo urging to extend window of Child Victims Act

Child Sex Abuse survivors write letter to Governor Cuomo urging to extend window of Child Victims Act

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We represented a mentally disabled man who was sexually assaulted by his roommate in an adult living facility owned and operated by Victory Villas. The lawsuit alleged the facility was negligent for putting the perpetrator in the same room as our client since there was a history of aggressive behavior. The jury returned a verdict in favor of our client for $550,000.

We represented a mentally disabled man who was sexually assaulted by his roommate in an adult living facility owned and operated by Victory Villas. The lawsuit alleged the facility was negligent for putting the perpetrator in the same room as our client since there was a history of aggressive behavior. The jury returned a verdict in favor of our client for $550,000.

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We represented two young girls who were sexually molested at their day care by the husband of the day care manager. In the lawsuit, we allege that the School Board of Highlands County was both negligent and liable of Title IX of the Federal Code for not preventing our clients from being sexually abused since the school had notice that the perpetrator was previously accused of sexual abuse. After a one week trial, the jury returned a verdict in favor of our clients for $1,500,000 each.

We represented two young girls who were sexually molested at their day care by the husband of the day care manager. In the lawsuit, we allege that the School Board of Highlands County was both negligent and liable of Title IX of the Federal Code for not preventing our clients from being sexually abused since the school had notice that the perpetrator was previously accused of sexual abuse. After a one week trial, the jury returned a verdict in favor of our clients for $1,500,000 each.

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We represented a man who was sexually molested as a teenager by his priest Fr. Neil Doherty. Fr. Doherty was a priest with the Archdiocese of Miami and is accused of molesting dozens of boys over several decades. The jury returned a verdict in favor of our client against Doherty for $100,650,000. This is the largest verdict in the United States against a Catholic priest.

We represented a man who was sexually molested as a teenager by his priest Fr. Neil Doherty. Fr. Doherty was a priest with the Archdiocese of Miami and is accused of molesting dozens of boys over several decades. The jury returned a verdict in favor of our client against Doherty for $100,650,000. This is the largest verdict in the United States against a Catholic priest.

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We represented a five year old girl who was sexually molested at Discovery Day Care by the teenage son of her teacher. In the lawsuit we alleged that the day care was negligent for allowing the perpetrator into the classroom and for not properly supervising the children during nap time. After a ten day trial, the jury returned a verdict in favor of our client for $3,000,000.

We represented a five year old girl who was sexually molested at Discovery Day Care by the teenage son of her teacher. In the lawsuit we alleged that the day care was negligent for allowing the perpetrator into the classroom and for not properly supervising the children during nap time. After a ten day trial, the jury returned a verdict in favor of our client for $3,000,000.

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We represented an eight year old boy who was sexually molested at The Downtown Miami Charter School by an older student. In the lawsuit we alleged that the operator of the charter school, Charter School USA, was negligent in not preventing our client from being sexually abused since the school had notice that the perpetrator had previously committed a sexual assault. After a two week trial, the jury returned a verdict in favor of our client for $5,250,000.

We represented an eight year old boy who was sexually molested at The Downtown Miami Charter School by an older student. In the lawsuit we alleged that the operator of the charter school, Charter School USA, was negligent in not preventing our client from being sexually abused since the school had notice that the perpetrator had previously committed a sexual assault. After a two week trial, the jury returned a verdict in favor of our client for $5,250,000.

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We represented a four year old girl who was sexually molested by her music teacher, Olakunle Omomowo, at Discovery Preschool. We sued the owner of the preschool, Bright Horizons and the jury returned a verdict in favor of our client for $3,250,000.

We represented a four year old girl who was sexually molested by her music teacher, Olakunle Omomowo, at Discovery Preschool. We sued the owner of the preschool, Bright Horizons and the jury returned a verdict in favor of our client for $3,250,000.

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NY Senators ask colleagues to extend Child Victims Act amid COVID-19

NY Senators ask colleagues to extend Child Victims Act amid COVID-19

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High Court Overturns sex abuse conviction of High Ranking Catholic Official Cardinal Pell

High Court Overturns sex abuse conviction of High Ranking Catholic Official Cardinal Pell

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The Coronavirus Pandemic wreaks havoc on survivors seeking justice under the CVA but it will be worse unless the CVA is extended.

The Coronavirus Pandemic wreaks havoc on survivors seeking justice under the CVA but it will be worse unless the CVA is extended.

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CORONAVIRUS imperative- extend the Child Victims Act

CORONAVIRUS imperative- extend the Child Victims Act

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Clergy Abuse

New York’s Child Victims Act Window Opens on August 14th!

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New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy signs bill easing limit on sex abuse lawsuits

New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy signs bill easing limit on sex abuse lawsuits

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Gov. Murphy Signs Sexual Assault Civil Statute of Limitations Reform into Law

Gov. Murphy Signs Sexual Assault Civil Statute of Limitations Reform into Law

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Washington state passes law extending statute of limitations for victims of sexual violence

Washington state passes law extending statute of limitations for victims of sexual violence

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State senators weigh in on latest push to expand help for victims of childhood sex abuse

State senators weigh in on latest push to expand help for victims of childhood sex abuse

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“I am not alone”: House member’s wife seeks more time for sexual abuse victims to sue offenders

“I am not alone”: House member’s wife seeks more time for sexual abuse victims to sue offenders

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