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Supreme Court Rejects Appeal on Boy Scouts Bankruptcy Settlement

1/12/2026

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On January 12, 2026, the Supreme Court declined to review a $2.4 billion bankruptcy settlement for the Boy Scouts of America.
A group of 75 childhood sex-abuse victims appealed, saying the settlement unlawfully blocks their ability to sue local scouting program operators.
They argued for reconsideration based on a Purdue Pharma ruling.
Critics say courts should not block such lawsuits.
Supporters contend protections are necessary for bankruptcy deals to proceed.

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Story summary

On January 12, 2026, the Supreme Court declined to review a $2.4 billion bankruptcy settlement for the Boy Scouts of America.
A group of 75 childhood sex-abuse victims appealed, saying the settlement unlawfully blocks their ability to sue local scouting program operators.
They argued for reconsideration based on a Purdue Pharma ruling.
Critics say courts should not block such lawsuits.
Supporters contend protections are necessary for bankruptcy deals to proceed.