Untangled Faith 151: Ramsey Solutions O'Connor Lawsuit Update
Jan 27, 2026
Melissa Hogan, attorney and commentator known for legal analysis of religious abuse cases, provides an update on the O'Connor v. Lampo Group/Ramsey Solutions lawsuit. She outlines delays and discovery battles. She discusses evidence strength, disparate treatment and the role of confidentiality in settlements. She also considers reputational risk, deposition tactics, and why plaintiffs often choose to settle.
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Why Federal Cases Drag On
- Federal civil cases often move very slowly compared to state courts and criminal cases.
- COVID and court vacancies can further delay progress for years.
What Summary Judgment Actually Does
- Summary judgment asks the judge to decide legal issues without a jury when facts are undisputed.
- Defendants often file it to avoid costly trials even when facts exist in discovery.
Sealing Versus Public Access Matters
- Courts default to public access, so sealing discovery faces strong pushback.
- Unsealing can expose thousands of internal documents that change public perception.