Push for ‘Trey’s Law’ in Alabama to ban NDAs in civil sexual abuse cases
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) – Alabama could be the latest state to pass a version of ‘Trey’s Law.’ It is a national movement towards eliminating the use of nondisclosure agreements, or NDAs, in sexual abuse cases. Trey Carlock, a Texas native, was the victim of sexual abuse for several years. He had been forced into a […]
Alabama legislators introduce ‘Trey’s Law’ to prohibit NDAs for sexual abuse victims
A national movement to “end silence and expose abusers” is gaining momentum, as Alabama legislators filed a bill Wednesday to ban agreements used to coverup sexual abuse. Alabama State Senator Matt Woods pre-filed a bill to prohibit any non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) in civil cases pertaining to sexual abuse, assault or trafficking. Concurrently, Alabama State Representative David Faulkner […]
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‘Trey’s Law’ would prohibit NDAs in sex abuse settlements
Bills pre-filed for the upcoming legislative session would prohibit nondisclosure agreements in civil settlements involving sexual abuse or human trafficking. Sponsors of the bills say the legislation would ensure survivors can share their stories, if they choose to, without fear of repercussions.
Sen. Matt Woods prefiles Trey’s Law bill
State Senator Matt Woods prefiled a bill Wednesday aimed at ending the misuse of nondisclosure agreements, or NDAs, against child sexual abuse and trafficking victims in civil settlements. Trey’s Law, which the senator called “a significant step toward justice and transparency,” would prohibit NDAs in cases involving child sexual abuse and trafficking, ensuring that survivors […]
Sex-abuse survivors in Texas, Missouri protected from non-disclosure agreements
AUSTIN, Texas (BP) – Texas and Missouri laws banning nondisclosure agreements (NDAs) in sexual abuse settlements took effect over the Labor Day weekend. The Texas law took effect Sept. 1, banning such clauses for sexual abuse survivors of all ages, following Missouri’s law that became effective Aug. 28 and is limited to minors. The laws […]
‘Trey’s Law’ is now in effect, making NDAs unenforceable in Texas and Missouri
Sept. 1 marks a historic victory for child sexual assault survivors in Texas and Missouri. “Trey’s Law” has officially gone into effect, banning the misuse of nondisclosure agreements in civil settlement agreements pertaining to sexual assault claims.
Trey’s law now in affect voiding NDAs in the case of sexual abuse
Texas Senate Bill 835 also known as Trey’s law is now in affect voiding any nondisclosure agreements from being used in the case of any sexual abuse.
What to know about Trey’s Law, which outlaws NDA use to silence abuse survivors
Nondisclosure agreements can no longer be used to silence abuse survivors in Texas under a new law that goes into effect Sept. 1. The law bans the use of NDAs to prevent a survivor of sexual assault, aggravated sexual assault, human trafficking or child sexual abuse from disclosing their abuse to others. A perpetrator can no longer […]
Teen workers settle with Branson performer in sexual misconduct suit
The revised offer reportedly included an additional $50,000 in additional compensation. The women declined, instead suing for breach of contract when the approved settlements were not fulfilled. The court brief notes that a recently passed state statute known as “Trey’s Law” prevents non-disclosure agreements related to childhood sexual abuse actions from being enforceable in Missouri.