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April 2022: The MDL Paraquat class action judge will have a status conference on April 1st to review where the litigation is headed and how best to take the bellwether lawsuits forward for trial in November 2022. 44 new paraquat lawsuits have been added to the MDL in the last two weeks. At this pace, April 2022 will be the busiest month for new files yet. Last week, the parties filed their class-action bellwether picks with the Paraquat MDL judge. Those choices, however, have not been made public.
May 2022: In the last month, over 50 new cases have been added to the Paraquat Lawsuit Multidistrict Litigation (MDL). A group of six patients was recently selected by the Paraquat MDL court for the initial Paraquat Parkinson's disease bellwether trials. As a result, the first trial in November 2022 is approaching soon. The strategy is to select 16 paraquat claims from among the almost 1000 Parkinson's disease litigation claims filed. Following some limited fact discovery in these instances, paraquat attorneys on both sides submitted a preference list to the MDL court, ranking the 16 cases in order of priority. Attorneys for plaintiffs seek the finest facts for their clients, while defense attorneys want the worst. The judge whittled the list down to six Paraquat claims based on these rankings.
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We are California’s leading law firm representing survivors of sexual abuse, harassment, and assaults by teachers in California school districts. We have recovered more than $300 million in settlements and jury verdicts on behalf of children abused in schools. We were also the lead attorneys representing Olympic athletes and survivors of former US Olympic Women’s Gymnastics Team Doctor Larry Nassar and secured $1 Billion in settlements for our clients. We were the lead attorneys helping sexual abuse survivors of former gynecologist George Tyndall recover $852 million from the University of Southern California. In each of these cases, we have helped survivors and families get justice by conducting a thorough investigation of the perpetrator and the organization that employed the perpetrator. We can keep the case 100 percent confidential and protect your identity if that is preferred. We also help take the necessary action to hold the abuser and any other party that knew about the abuse but did not disclose it accountable. Call anytime to schedule your free confidential consultation with one of our attorneys or use our online contact form.
Kelly's Dark History
CALIFORNIA SETTLEMENT
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LA Unified School District
Sexual Abuse Cases
Dr. James Heaps
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Roman Catholic Bishop
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Michael E. Kelly, originally from Dublin, Ireland, was ordained in 1973 and began serving in Stockton, CA. In 2007, he faced accusations of sexually abusing a boy between 1984 and 1986, leading to his temporary removal from ministry. He was reinstated in 2008 and a second accuser emerged in 2011, alleging abuse from 2000-2002. Despite this, Kelly continued in ministry. In 2012, a civil trial found him liable for child molestation. Kelly fled to Ireland in 2012 before the second phase of the trial. Additional lawsuits in 2012 accused him of further abuse, resulting in a criminal indictment and extradition warrant. Kelly is believed to be living in his native Ireland, despite federal charges for unlawful flight, and continues to hold the title of priest.
Father Kelly's Assignments:
| PLACEMENT | CITY/STATE | DATE(S) |
| Ordained for the Diocese of Santa Rosa | Santa Rosa, CA | 1971 |
| Our Lady of Fatima | Modesto, CA | 1973-1979 |
| St. Bernard's | Tracy, CA | 1979-1984 |
| Cathedral of the Annunciation | Stockton, CA | 1984-1987 |
| St. Patrick's | Sonora, CA | 1987-1997 |
| Our Lady of Mt. Carmel | Big Oak, CA | 1987-1997 |
| St. Anne's | Columbia, CA | 1987-1997 |
| Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary | Stockton, CA | 1997-2000 |
| St. Andrew's | San Andreas, CA | 2000-2002 |
| St. Thomas Aquinas | Mokelumne Hill, CA | 2000-2002 |
| Our Lady of Fatima | West Point, CA | 2000-2002 |
| On leave | West Point, CA | 2002-2003 |
| St. Jude's | Ceres, CA | ca. 2003-ca. 2004 |
| St. Joachim | Lockeford, CA | 2004-2012 |
Experience & Results
California school districts have faced numerous lawsuits over the decades for sexual abuse claims. As a result, from Sacramento to San Diego, victims of sexual abuse are settling lawsuits with school districts that failed their students, costing taxpayers millions in the past seven years. The experienced school sexual abuse attorneys at Manly, Stewart & Finaldi have recovered more than $400 million on behalf of their clients in these landmark cases:
Los Angeles County - $338 million +: Los Angeles Unified School District settled 81 child sexual abuse claims resulting from the sexual abuse of students at Miramonte Elementary School by former teacher Mark Berndt for $142 Million. This is the largest child sex abuse settlement against any public school district in the United States. Manly, Stewart & Finaldi has settled cases against other schools within LAUSD and Torrance USD in excess of $120 million.
Roman Catholic Diocese - $100 Million: Global settlement of 87 sexual abuse claims filed on behalf of individuals sexually assaulted by priests and agents of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Orange, California.
Orange County - $13 Million +: 12 female Orange County water polo players settled a lawsuit alleging sexual abuse by a high school coach for $13.85 million.
Experience & Results
Manly, Stewart & Finaldi. America’s Leading Sexual Abuse Lawyers.
"$338 Million Recovered for Survivors at Los Angeles Unified School District."
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We have paid out more than $45 million in settlements to students in California and $40 million globally to their families for cases of teacher sexual abuse in 81 cases.
School Districts Include:
Adelanto School District
Alta Loma School District
Apple Valley Unified School District
Baker Valley Unified School District
Barstow Unified School District
Bear Valley Unified School District
Central School District
Chaffey Joint Union High School District
Chino Valley Unified School District
Colton Joint Unified School District
Cucamonga School District
San Bernardino City Unified School District
San Bernardino County Office of Education
Silver Valley Unified School District
Snowline Joint Unified School District
Trona Joint Unified School District
Upland Unified School District
Victor Elementary School District
Victor Valley Union High School District
Yucaipa-Calimesa Joint Unified School District
Etiwanda School District
Fontana Unified School District
Helendale School District
Hesperia Unified School District
Lucerne Valley Unified School District
Morongo Unified School District
Needles Unified School District
Ontario-Montclair Elementary School District
Redlands School District
Rialto Unified School District
Rim of the World Unified School District
Our experienced team has a strong track record of pursuing justice for survivors of Doctor and Medical personnel sexual assault and abuse, having recovered over $2 billion on behalf of clients from major institutions, including school districts, religious institutions, municipalities, and sports organizations, with over 25 years of experience. You are not alone. We are here to listen and help. Fill out the form above for a Free Claim Review.
Notable Doctor Cases:
Dr. James Heaps of UCLA
Dr. Larry Nassar USA Olympic Team
Dr. George Tyndall of USC
Dr. John Carl Hoefs of Hoag Hospital
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Youth Organization Sexual Abuse Survivors
"Our California sexual abuse lawyers have over 25 years of experience litigating various cases of sexual violence."
"We do not identify victims of sexual abuse without their consent."
"Lead attorneys for Olympic athletes and survivors of former US Olympic Women’s Gymnastics Team, $880 Million Recovered."
Uber and Lyft drivers face numerous sexual assault allegations, with Lyft reporting 4,158 incidents from 2017-2019 and Uber reporting 3,824 incidents from 2019-2020. Both companies have shown reckless irresponsibility in onboarding drivers, skipping crucial steps like fingerprinting, thorough background checks, or in-person interviews before granting driving privileges. If you believe Uber or another ridesharing service has damaged you, we can assist you in fighting for your rights and compensation.
The widespread issue of sexual abuse in youth organizations like the Boy Scouts, YMCA, and Church groups has become more apparent, with numerous complaints and lawsuits emerging across California. These revelations have shocked communities statewide. Addressing this issue involves legal action, recognizing survivors' bravery, and fostering a supportive environment. Our legal firm aims to hold these organizations accountable and seek justice for survivors. Additionally, sexual abuse affects 2 to 8 percent of minor athletes, with nearly half of student-athletes fearing reprisals for reporting abuse by coaches or trainers.
This can include:
Rape and/or Attempted Rape
Unwanted sexual touching
Forcible touching
Forced sexual acts
And many other behaviors
California Sexual Abuse:
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Facilities Include:
Camp Joseph Scott
Camp Glenn Rockey
Camp Joseph Paige
Dorothy Kirby Center
Camp Clinton B. Afflerbaugh
Camp Vernon Kilpatrick
& More...
Juvenile Detention & Probation Camp Survivors
In Los Angeles County, a significant number of sexual abuse lawsuits have emerged involving juvenile probation camps, revealing a deeply troubling pattern of misconduct and neglect. These lawsuits have highlighted the abuse endured by numerous victims over the years, with over 2,500 claims of sexual harassment, assault, and exploitation by staff members. As a result, LA County has faced substantial legal and financial repercussions. Estimated settlements for these cases could total from $1.6 to $3 billion, according to some LA County officials. The number of victims is substantial, reflecting a widespread issue that has prompted calls for major reforms and increased oversight to ensure the safety and protection of juveniles in these facilities.
Youth Groups and Organizations:
MacLaren Hall
YMCA
Boy Scouts of America
After School Programs / Sports
Church Group
Foster care abuse
"Over 2,500 claims of sexual abuse and exploitation by staff members."
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Steve Popper Investigation
Bemis Elementary School teacher Steve Paul Perry Popper, 47, was arrested in late October 2025 after San Bernardino County sheriff’s detectives investigated a cyber tip about child sexual abuse material downloaded in the Colton, California area. Investigators with the Crimes Against Children Detail identified Popper, a special education teacher at Bemis Elementary in the Rialto Unified School District, as the suspect and, during their investigation, reported finding evidence that he had allegedly sexually abused at least four children under the age of 14.
On October 30, 2025, the San Bernardino County District Attorney’s Office filed eight felony counts against Popper, including three counts of forcible lewd acts on a child under 14, three counts of lewd acts on a child under 14, one count of distributing or showing pornography to a minor, and one count of possessing more than 600 images of child sexual assault material. Authorities say the alleged crimes occurred while he was employed at Bemis Elementary, and he is being held at the Central Detention Center in San Bernardino on $500,000 bail. Detectives believe there may be additional victims, urging anyone with information to contact the Sheriff’s Department or submit an anonymous tip through the We-Tip hotline.
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