Government
Jun. 20, 2019
Committee OKs bill aimed at USC sex abuse cases
AB 1510 has passed the state’s Senate Judiciary Committee, which allows victims facing statute of limitation challenges a chance to seek justice in a state civil court. The bill directly references to misconduct allegations against a former USC gynecologist, George Tyndall raised by students.
The state Senate Judiciary Committee green-lighted a special bill to extend the statute of limitations for victims to sue over sexual abuse by a USC gynecologist, while the university says a federal class settlement announced last week was the best resolution for the victims.
"The settlement eliminates all statute of limitations restrictions and provides relief for every former patient who saw Dr. [George] Tyndall for women's health...
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