Overview
The law on limitation in civil claims for child sexual abuse changed on 29 June 2026.
This webinar, led by experienced practitioner in the field Richard Scorer, examines the new legal framework, how it impacts on child abuse claims and how to deal with practical issues such as limitation moratoriums.
Key content:
- Scope of the new law - what changes and what doesn’t
- How does the new regime operate?
- How is the new law likely to be interpreted?
- Impact on litigation strategy
- Practical issues such as limitation moratoriums
The change in limitation law was designed to make it easier for victims and survivors of child sexual abuse to bring civil claims.
This webinar aims to help practitioners acting for victims to gain the maximum benefit from the change, and to navigate the practical issues arising.
Head of Abuse Law and Public Inquiries at Slater & Gordon
Richard is Head of Abuse Law and Public Inquiries at Slater & Gordon Lawyers.
Based in Manchester, Richard qualified as a solicitor with Pannone LLP in 1994 and previously served as head of serious injury and a board member at Pannone prior to the merger with Slater Gordon in 2014. He specialises in abuse cases and public inquiries and is rated as a Band 1 Leader in the Field” in Chambers Legal Guide and as a ‘Leading Partner’ in Legal 500. ... view full biography