Archbishop claims $1.9m altar boy payout 'excessive' Archbishop Peter Comensoli is appealing a $1.9 million payout to a victim of a pedophile priest, arguing factors outside the abuse caused some of his injuries. AAP · Mar 15, 2023
Abuse survivor awarded $1.9m from Archdiocese of Melbourne over Desmond Gannon crimes The former altar boy is among more than 20 people who have lodged child sexual abuse claims with the Catholic Church against convicted paedophile priest Desmond Gannon. His win may pave the way for other victims to take similar action. ABC News · Jun 9, 2022
Priest sex abuse victim awarded nearly $2m A former altar boy has been awarded $1.9 million after he brought a civil case against Melbourne's archbishop, claiming vicarious liability for his abuse. AAP · Jun 9, 2022
Abuse survivor takes Archdiocese of Melbourne to trial over historical sexual abuse For the first time in its 150 year history an abuse survivor has taken the Archdiocese of Melbourne to trial, claiming it is responsible for the dark path his life took. ABC News · Mar 3, 2022