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California Teacher Arrested for Taking Secret Intimate Photos of Students

California Teacher Arrested for Taking Secret Intimate Photos of Students

By Mary Alexander & Associates, P.C. |

California schools are facing sex abuse scandals on an unprecedented level, and the latest incident involves a teacher who was recently caught taking inappropriate photos of children. He now faces multiple charges, including possession of child pornography. The fact that this teacher was employed by an “elite” private school indicates that there are few… Read More »

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Private School in Bay Area Settles Sexual Abuse Lawsuit for $2.25 Million

Private School in Bay Area Settles Sexual Abuse Lawsuit for $2.25 Million

By Mary Alexander & Associates, P.C. |

In March of 2026, multiple sources reported that a Bay Area private school had settled a sexual abuse lawsuit for $2.25 million. This development is the latest in a string of similar lawsuits and controversies across the Golden State, and while it should bring the victims some solace, it highlights the prevalence of sexual… Read More »

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California School Counselor Reportedly Earned $70,000 While on Paid Leave for Sex Abuse

California School Counselor Reportedly Earned $70,000 While on Paid Leave for Sex Abuse

By Mary Alexander & Associates, P.C. |

School districts across California are facing increasing costs after a slew of sexual abuse lawsuits involving teachers across the state. These lawsuits keep coming, and school insurance premiums are climbing as a result. What makes this situation even more frustrating is the fact that many of these schools hired obviously dangerous teachers, failed to… Read More »

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Castilleja School Settles Sexual Abuse Lawsuits Involving Mark Hodes for $2.25 Million; Additional Survivors Await Justice

By Mary Alexander & Associates, P.C. |

For Immediate Release Please Palo Alto, CA – March 9, 2026 – The law firms of Mary Alexander & Associates and Cerri, Boskovich & Allard announce that Castilleja School has agreed to a $2.25 million settlement with three former students to resolve sexual abuse allegations involving former tutor Mark Hodes. The civil lawsuit was… Read More »

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Child Abusers Face Major Lawsuits in San Francisco

Child Abusers Face Major Lawsuits in San Francisco

By Mary Alexander & Associates, P.C. |

Over the past month or so, San Francisco has seen major developments in sex abuse lawsuits involving children. One of these lawsuits involves a city summer camp, while the other involves youth soccer. On one hand, these developments are extremely concerning for parents across the Bay Area. How can anyone trust camp counselors and… Read More »

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Numerous Passengers Killed by Their Own Drivers in the Bay Area

Numerous Passengers Killed by Their Own Drivers in the Bay Area

By Mary Alexander & Associates, P.C. |

Although every traffic fatality is tragic, some of the most disturbing cases involve passengers. When you get into a vehicle and allow someone else to take the wheel, you literally put your life in their hands. Too often, drivers operate their vehicles negligently – putting their passengers in serious danger. It goes without saying… Read More »

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Bay Area Community Rocked by Numerous Crashes

Bay Area Community Rocked by Numerous Crashes

By Mary Alexander & Associates, P.C. |

Over the past few days and weeks, the Bay Area community has been rocked by numerous crashes. Many of these collisions have proven fatal, and several families are now grieving the loss of their loved ones. Some have involved police pursuits, raising important questions about law enforcement policies. Others have affected pedestrians, raising concerns… Read More »

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Child School Sex Abuse in Atherton

By Mary Alexander & Associates, P.C. |

Legal Help for Victims of Child School Sex Abuse in Atherton Even in affluent and well-regarded communities like Atherton, children are not immune to the dangers of sexual abuse within schools. The illusion of safety and trust can allow predators — often educators, coaches, or staff members — to harm students in secret. When… Read More »

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Child School Sex Abuse in the Bay Area

By Mary Alexander & Associates, P.C. |

Justice for Victims of Child School Sex Abuse in the Bay Area Child sexual abuse within school settings is a widespread issue that affects communities across the United States — and the Bay Area is no exception. From San Francisco to Oakland, San Jose to Berkeley, there have been alarming reports of students being… Read More »

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Child School Sex Abuse in Napa Valley

By Mary Alexander & Associates, P.C. |

Protecting Victims: Child School Sex Abuse in Napa Valley The sexual abuse of a child in a school setting is one of the most serious breaches of trust a family can face. Unfortunately, these tragedies are not limited to large urban areas. In smaller communities like Napa Valley, students have also been victimized by… Read More »

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