New York's archdiocese and survivors of clergy abuse agree to $800 million legal settlement

The Archdiocese of New York has agreed to an $800 million settlement to resolve sexual abuse claims brought by approximately 1,300 survivors. The agreement covers individuals who suffered abuse by clergy members and lay workers within the archdiocese.

Legal representation for the plaintiffs confirmed that all participating survivors have agreed to the terms of the settlement. The resolution represents one of the largest financial agreements reached by a Roman Catholic diocese in the United States regarding clergy abuse allegations.