Rhode Island’s “Look-Back” Window for Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse Has Expanded: What Every Organization and Institution Needs to Know Before July 1

On July 1, 2026, Rhode Island will join more than half of the states in expanding a “look-back” window for survivors of childhood sexual abuse to include a more defined pool of potential parties. By temporarily suspending the statute of limitations for these claims, the legislation offers those who suffered trauma decades ago a chance to seek justice against a perpetrator and any other party that may have had some level of involvement in the claims—regardless of how much time has passed….
By: MG+M The Law Firm