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The Two-Year Revival Window: What HB 462 & HB 464 Could Mean for Sexual Abuse Survivors in 2025-26

The Two-Year Revival Window: What HB 462 & HB 464 Could Mean for Sexual Abuse Survivors in 2025-26

The Pennsylvania House has cleared two companion measures that could let sexual-abuse survivors file lawsuits even if the statute of limitations expired. We unpack HB 462’s statutory window, HB 464’s constitutional route, the looming Senate hurdles, and practical steps survivors in PA & NJ should take now.

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Pennsylvania SB 406: Ending NDAs and Opening the Courthouse Doors for Survivors

Pennsylvania SB 406: Ending NDAs and Opening the Courthouse Doors for Survivors

Pennsylvania Senate Bill 406 will change sexual abuse claims by eliminating non-disclosure agreements, removing time limits, and allowing a two-year period for previously barred claims. These changes empower survivors to share their stories and seek justice. If you or someone you know has experienced sexual abuse, contact Edelstein Law for legal support and advice.

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Justice Delayed, Not Denied: Reviving Long-Past Abuse Claims Under New Jersey’s Child Victims Act

Justice Delayed, Not Denied: Reviving Long-Past Abuse Claims Under New Jersey’s Child Victims Act

Childhood abuse may haunt you for years, but the New Jersey Child Victims Act keeps the courthouse door open. Discover who qualifies, how to sue institutions that enabled the harm, and why acting now strengthens your case—free, confidential consult with Edelstein Law.

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