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Father William H. Morgan served in the Archdiocese of Boston, and in 1992, the Archdiocese received an anonymous letter that prompted an internal investigation into allegations of sexual abuse. During that investigation, Morgan admitted to having abused two young cousins approximately 30 years prior. According to a 1998 archdiocesan social worker’s report, Morgan apparently never underwent treatment following those admissions. Following recommendations from the Archdiocesan Review Board, he resigned from his position as parish pastor in 1993.
Father Morgan subsequently retired, and the impact of the alleged abuse remained significant for those affected. In February 2001, one of his nephews filed a civil lawsuit in Suffolk Superior Court, alleging abuse spanning nearly a decade — from approximately ages three to twelve — while Father Morgan was assigned to St. John’s Parish in Canton. The lawsuit was dismissed in October 2001 at the request of the plaintiff. When the Archdiocese of Boston released its public list of accused clergy in 2011, Father Morgan was placed in Category E — reserved for deceased clergy for whom criminal or canonical proceedings were not completed, but for whom the existence of allegations had been publicized. Father Morgan passed away on February 8, 1999.
These circumstances reflect the broader challenges survivors may face in seeking acknowledgment and accountability, particularly when a priest has died before proceedings could be concluded.
With decades of dedicated advocacy, we have held abusers and institutions accountable, helping survivors secure justice and the resources to move forward.
For over two decades, we have focused solely on advocating for survivors, combining legal skill with compassion to guide them toward justice and healing.
We are honored to have guided thousands of survivors through the legal process, offering support, advocacy, and the resources they need to reclaim their lives.
For survivors who allege sexual abuse by Father William H. Morgan, there may be legal options to seek accountability — both for the individual conduct alleged and for the institutional response to it. Even when a priest has died, survivors may be able to pursue civil claims by holding institutions accountable for how they responded to, or failed to address, allegations of abuse.
Massachusetts law may provide avenues for survivors to pursue claims even when significant time has passed, recognizing that childhood trauma can delay disclosure. Civil proceedings may examine questions including whether diocesan leadership responded appropriately upon learning of allegations, and whether adequate safeguards were in place to protect others from potential harm.
Pursuing civil remedies may allow survivors to be heard, secure acknowledgment, and contribute to a public record of how institutions responded to allegations of abuse. Legal action is not solely about financial compensation; for many survivors, it represents an opportunity to validate their experiences, foster transparency, and help prevent future harm. By coming forward, survivors may help bring the full scope of alleged misconduct and the institution’s responses into public scrutiny, so that their experiences are acknowledged and the record is more complete.
Every survivor deserves compassion and acknowledgment. This video explains how civil law empowers individuals harmed by clergy abuse to pursue accountability and closure. Justice extends beyond courtrooms; it allows survivors to reclaim their voice and aids them on their healing journey. Survivors across Massachusetts continue proving that truth carries strength and healing begins with being heard.
Our experienced and compassionate team of attorneys, investigators, paralegals, and support staff have extensive training in working with sexual abuse victims.
These cases are complex; however, our team are experts in these types of cases and will diligently ensure our clients are compensated for full and fair value. We always do our best to help our clients heal by giving them a voice
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