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Child Sexual Exploitation in Massachusetts: What Parents Need to Know
Springfield, MA – May 2026 When parents think about keeping their children safe, they often think about who their kids are with and where they’re going. But today, some of the most serious threats to children are already inside your home, on the Xbox in the bedroom,…
Boylston Elementary School Sexual Abuse Lawsuit: What Central Mass. Parents Need to Know
Boylston, MA – May 2026 When parents drop their children off at school, or leave them in an after-school program, they’re placing an enormous amount of trust in the adults responsible for their care. For families connected to Boylston Elementary School in the Boylston…
National Law Day 2025
Attorney Robert DiTusa’s Spring Road Safety Tips!
On April 7th, Attorney Robert DiTusa joined WWLP-22News to discuss the importance of safety on the roads this Spring. As the weather warms up and more motorcyclists hit the streets, it’s essential to stay vigilant and obey traffic laws. Here are some key reminders for…
The Importance of School Safety: Protecting Our Children from Abuse and Grooming
A Critical Responsibility When we send our children to school, we trust that they are in a safe and nurturing environment. Unfortunately, recent cases of child abuse in both public and private schools throughout Western Massachusetts have shown that this trust is…
Lawsuit Filed Against Former Teacher at Springfield STEM Middle Academy for Abuse of Students
Springfield, MA — February 6, 2025 A disturbing civil lawsuit has been filed in federal court against Robert Gayle, a former teacher at Springfield’s STEM Middle Academy. The lawsuit, filed by Attorney Laura Mangini, alleges that Gayle sexually harassed,…