School leaders knew of dangers, then covered up the truth for years. She was groomed, harassed and sexually abused by her teacher and former softball coach throughout her high school career. And after years of fighting to discredit her and avoid accepting any...

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Spokane School District Settles Teacher/Student Sexual Abuse Case for $2.05M
The Central Valley School District of Spokane, Washington, has agreed to pay $2.05 million to settle a lawsuit brought on behalf of a student groomed and sexually abused by his high school teacher. The settlement was announced by PCVA partner Darrell Cochran. The...
PCVA Announces Attorney Promotions
PCVA is excited to congratulate Lesley O’Neill on her promotion to partner and Alexander Dietz, Bridget Grotz, and Bill McClure on their promotions to senior associate. “These promotions reflect the excellent skill and dedication consistently represented by Lesley,...
Mallory Allen Discusses Doctor-Patient Sexual Abuse with Gothamist
PCVA partner Mallory Allen spoke with the New York City-focused online publication Gothamist regarding sexual abuse perpetuated by medical professionals against patients. There has been a spate of incidents in which New York City medical institutions have been accused...
PCVA and Friedman Rubin Secure $165M Verdict Against Monsanto Spinoff in Sky Valley Litigation
A trial team of attorneys led by Ken Friedman and Henry Jones of Friedman Rubin, PLLP, and PCVA partners Tom Vertetis and Colleen Durkin Peterson obtained a $165 million jury verdict against chemical conglomerate Monsanto spinoff company Pharmacia LLC on behalf of a...