Dioceses
Judge rules Burlington parishes not separate from diocese
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A federal bankruptcy judge ruled that abuse victims can sue Vermont Catholic parishes in addition to the diocese. Parishes are often shielded from litigation, but the judge said they constitute the largest assets in the Burlington Diocese. The ruling affects bankruptcy proceedings.
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- Aug 5, 9:20 AM Catholic News Agency Federal bankruptcy judge says abuse victims can sue Vermont Catholic parishes in addition to diocese
- Aug 5, 9:20 AM Angelus News Court rules Burlington parishes are not separate from diocese in bankruptcy
- Aug 5, 11:18 AM National Catholic Register Federal Bankruptcy Judge Says Abuse Victims Can Sue Vermont Catholic Parishes in Addition to Diocese
- Aug 5, 9:20 AM Catholic World Report Federal bankruptcy judge says abuse victims can sue Vermont Catholic parishes in addition to diocese
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