Child sexual abuse survivors often face significant barriers when seeking accountability. In this episode, attorney Jennifer Freeman discusses statute of limitations reform, civil litigation, institutional responsibility, and the ongoing fight for survivor justice.

In this episode, Ben, Jennifer, and Jennifer Freeman discuss:

• Legal and legislative barriers facing child sexual abuse survivors
• Civil litigation as a tool for accountability and systemic change
• Institutional failures in responding to abuse allegations
• Emerging challenges involving child sexual abuse material (CSAM) and online exploitation

Key Takeaways:

• [0:05:02] Statute of limitations reform can reopen paths to justice — A child sexual abuse case filed in 1995 was revived decades later through legal reform, creating a new opportunity for accountability.
• [0:07:50] Institutional failures can prolong abuse for years — The Jeffrey Epstein case shows how ignored reports and inadequate responses can allow offenders to continue harming victims before accountability occurs.
• [0:20:12] Civil litigation serves purposes beyond compensation — For many survivors, lawsuits are about being heard, uncovering the truth, holding wrongdoers accountable, and helping prevent future abuse.
• [0:32:37] Technology has created new risks for child exploitation — Online platforms, smartphones, and CSAM-related offenses have expanded opportunities for abuse, increasing the need for stronger safeguards.

"There should be no statute of limitations when it comes to child sex abuse — there just should be none." — Jennifer Freeman

About Jennifer Freeman: Jennifer Freeman is a leading attorney advocate dedicated to protecting victims of sexual abuse, child pornography (CSAM), discrimination, and exploitation. Since filing her first child sex abuse case in 1995, she has secured hundreds of millions of dollars for survivors while holding powerful individuals and institutions accountable. She serves as Chair of CHILD USAdvocacy, advancing statute of limitations reform and access to justice for survivors.

Connect with Jennifer Freeman: 

Website: https://www.jamesmarshlaw.com/our-team/jennifer-freeman/

Email: jenniferfreeman@marsh.law

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferfreeman2/

Connect with Ben Andreozzi: 

Website: https://www.victimscivilattorneys.com/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AndreozziandFoote/videos

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/andreozziandfoote/

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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AndreozziFoote/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andreozziandfoote/

Connect with Jennifer Storm:

Website: https://jenniferstorm.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blackoutgirlauthor/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JenniferStormAuthor/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXAP8AOfFrlRq-DYCLBSYbA

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