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Home » News » Greenberg Gross Files Lawsuit Against Santa Margarita Catholic High School Over Alleged Attack on Student-Athlete by Teammates

Greenberg Gross Files Lawsuit Against Santa Margarita Catholic High School Over Alleged Attack on Student-Athlete by Teammates

Posted on: November 1, 2024

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Greenberg Gross has filed a lawsuit against Santa Margarita Catholic High School on behalf of a 15-year-old sophomore football player who was ambushed and attacked by teammates in the school’s locker room. During the incident, the student was tackled, held down by several players, and subjected to a violent assault of a sexual nature, while other players cheered and banged on lockers.

This unprovoked attack is described as part of a pattern of unchecked aggression within the football program that the administration has allegedly allowed to persist, despite repeated instances of similar incidents affecting other students. In an email sent directly to our client, Principal Cheri Wood acknowledged that “at least nine” students were subjected to similar incidents.

Further allegations describe a culture where players are pressured to participate despite injuries, often against medical advice. The school’s trainer, Mike Burns, allegedly mocked the plaintiff’s medical documentation, dismissing it as a “weak-ass note” and discouraging players from seeking outside medical assistance.

Greenberg Gross partner Brian L. Williams stated, “These are not isolated incidents involving teenage boys, but rather the product of an environment shaped by the coaching staff and administration. Every student deserves a safe school environment, and we are committed to seeking accountability and change.”

The lawsuit, filed against both Santa Margarita Catholic High School and the Diocese of Orange, seeks damages for negligence, negligent supervision, and intentional infliction of emotional distress.  The school has stated it is fully cooperating with authorities and that its investigation remains ongoing.

Linked and Related News Coverage:

  • Catholic school football players took turns assaulting 15-year-old teammate, suit says
    November 1, 2024 | The Sacramento Bee
  • Santa Margarita High, Diocese of Orange hire law firm to investigate sexual assault allegations
    October 30, 2024 | Orange County Register
  • Football player alleges he was assaulted by teammates at Santa Margarita Catholic High School
    October 30, 2024 | Los Angeles Times
  • Lawsuit accuses OC high school football players of sexually assaulting teammate (Video)
    October 30, 2024 | ABC 7 News
  • Santa Margarita High football players allegedly sexually assaulted by teammates
    October 30, 2024 | Orange County Register
  • Football player alleges he was assaulted by teammates at Santa Margarita Catholic High School in California
    October 30, 2024 | The News-Gazette
  • Student sues O.C. Catholic school, alleges violent sexual assault by football players
    October 30, 2024 | Audacy – 93.1 Jack FM

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