Christian Brothers says it is paying $1.7m a week to abuse victims and running out of funds
The Christian Brothers religious order is facing a financial crisis as it pays $1.7 million weekly to abuse victims and expects to run out of funds by September. The order is seeking a stay on civil claims while it attempts to sell assets to cover compensation.
Why it matters
This highlights the legal and financial complexities of institutional accountability for historical abuse and the challenges of victim compensation.
The Christian Brothers religious order has applied for a stay to all civil cases to be adjourned until next week. ( ABC News: Floss Adams )
The article balances the order's financial situation with the concerns of the victims' legal representatives.
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