Crime & Justice

A Tidal Wave of Sex-Abuse Claims Hits NY as Loophole Closes

UNDER THE WIRE

Lawyers are rushing to file suits before the New York Adult Survivors Act expires next month.

Pilar Melendez
Pilar Melendez 

Senior National Reporter

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Pilar Melendez

Pilar Melendez

Senior National Reporter

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