New York archdiocese $800 million deal is not final
Key Takeaways The agreement On Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026, the Associated Press reported that the Archdiocese of New York and lawyers for about 1,300 people had agreed to settle sexual abuse claims. Archbishop Ronald Hicks wrote that the papers are not signed. The money The AP, NPR and Gothamist put the total at $800 million. Herman Law said more than $800 million. The Guardian said at least $800 million. Hicks's published email states no dollar figure. Each payment Herman Law said each person may take at least $250,000 or seek more after an individual review. Gothamist reported a $250,000 quick-pay and a judge. The Guardian described an allocation procedure. The signature Hicks set signing for the week of Friday, Nov. 6. The Herman Law release also says the archdiocese must keep a public list of clergy and lay leaders credibly accused of sexual abuse. The Associated Press reported on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026, that the Archdiocese of New York had agreed to a New York archdiocese $800 million s…
