Ohio State reaches $100 million settlement over school doctor accused of sex abuse

Ohio State University has agreed to a $100 million settlement to resolve numerous lawsuits brought by former student athletes who accused Dr. Richard Strauss of sexual abuse. The lawsuits highlighted the university's failure to prevent Strauss's misconduct over several decades, prompting significant scrutiny over institutional accountability and the handling of abuse claims. This settlement underscores the gravity of institutional responsibility in protecting vulnerable individuals and could set a precedent for other universities facing similar allegations.