Maine Court: No Retroactive Lawsuits for Clergy Abuse Cases
The state’s highest court ruled Jan. 28 that expired time limits on lawsuits can’t be undone, blocking certain abuse claims against the Diocese of Portland.
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New Bishop Ordained in Portland, Maine: A Franciscan Shepherd for the People
Bishop James Ruggieri, known for driving a food truck, takes possession of his Pine Tree State diocese.
Judge Upholds Maine Law on Retroactive Abuse Lawsuits, Says Catholic Diocese Challenge Has a Point
At present, there are 13 lawsuits against the Diocese of Portland from men and women who say they were abused as children by Catholic priests and, in at least one case, by a religious sister.
Maine Diocese Frozen Out of COVID Restrictions Discussion
Guthro said the state’s only Catholic diocese had repeatedly asked the governor to re-examine the capacity restrictions, but has so far received “no response.”
