Abuse victims angered as archdiocese files for bankruptcy
The move, believed to be the first such action by a US Catholic diocese, halts two trials seeking a total of $155 million (€125m) that were slated to start on Tuesday. Archbishop John Vlazny said that bankruptcy would allow the Catholic church to pay all claims, some of which stretch back decades, without selling off parish assets.
"It will allow us to continue our good works without fear of an impending large verdict. The operation of our parishes and schools will continue as usual," Archbishop Vlazny said.
