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New York Archdiocese to pay $800m to abuse survivors

Published Sunday, October 25, 2026 · Updated October 25

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  • Settlement Details and Context — 2 sources

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The New York Archdiocese has agreed to an $800 million settlement with approximately 1,300 sexual abuse survivors. This settlement, which concludes years of lawsuits, is the second-largest of its kind, following the Archdiocese of Los Angeles' $880 million agreement in 2024. Each survivor is expected to receive at least $250,000.

What We Know — Key Points

  • The New York Archdiocese agreed to pay $800 million to approximately 1,300 sexual abuse survivors, marking the second-largest settlement after the Archdiocese of Los Angeles' $880 million deal in 2024.
  • Each plaintiff in the settlement is expected to receive at least $250,000, with some receiving larger payouts.

What Is Claimed — Perspectives

Settlement Details and Context
  • Al Jazeera English

    The New York Archdiocese has agreed to pay $800 million to 1,300 sexual abuse survivors. This settlement is the second-largest after the Archdiocese of Los Angeles' $880 million deal in 2024.

  • Deutsche Welle

    The Archdiocese of New York has agreed to an $800 million settlement with approximately 1,300 survivors of sexual abuse by Catholic clergy, ending years of lawsuits. Each plaintiff is expected to receive at least $250,000, with some receiving larger payouts.

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