San Francisco Archdiocese Announces $395 Million Clergy Abuse Settlement in Bankruptcy Proceedings
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The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of San Francisco reached a $395 million settlement with approximately 530 claimants alleging childhood sexual abuse by priests. The agreement would resolve the archdiocese's 2023 bankruptcy filing and requires approval by U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Dennis Montali. It includes commitments to publish names of credibly accused priests and implement additional safeguards.