Seattle Archdiocese pays $2.3 million to settle five claims of sexual abuse

SEATTLE —The Archdiocese of Seattle has paid nearly $2.3 million since August to settle five claims brought by people who alleged they were sexually abused decades ago by clergy and parish school personnel. The settlements, for allegations of abuse occurring in the 1950s, 1970s, and 1980s, were announced by the archdiocese in November. Three of the five cases involve alleged perpetrators who have since died. They are the only individuals named in an archdiocesan news release. The settlements, collectively totaling $2,285,000, are the latest of more than 450 cases the archdiocese has paid more ...