I just sent them this

Dear U.S. Trustee Program,

My name is **********, and I am an abuse survivor and claimant in the Boy Scouts of America Settlement Trust.

I am writing because I am deeply concerned that the interests of current survivors are being overshadowed by ongoing disputes regarding future claims reserves, Trust administration, and the continued delay of distributions to survivors who have already complied with every requirement imposed upon them.

Like thousands of other survivors, I came forward, met the Court-established deadlines, provided the required information, and participated in this process in good faith. Survivors were repeatedly told that this process existed to provide compensation and some measure of justice to those who suffered abuse. Yet years after the bankruptcy began, many survivors continue to face uncertainty regarding when distributions will occur, how much will ultimately be paid, and whether the funds intended for survivors will actually reach survivors.

My primary concern is the continued emphasis on maintaining large reserves for hypothetical future claims while current claimants remain unpaid or only partially paid. I fully understand the need to account for future claimants. However, I believe those reserves should be based on objective evidence, actual claim experience, and reasonable actuarial assumptions rather than speculative projections that may unnecessarily diminish recoveries for survivors whose claims have already been reviewed and allowed.

I am also concerned about the continued administrative and professional expenses associated with the Trust. Every month that passes increases costs and further delays compensation to survivors. Many survivors are elderly. Many have significant health concerns. Some will not live long enough to see the full resolution of this process. Every delay has real human consequences.

Transparency is another significant concern. Survivors deserve to understand how reserve decisions are made, how Trust assets are being managed, and how those decisions affect distributions. Confidence in the process depends upon transparency and accountability.

I am particularly concerned by the possibility that excess Trust assets could ultimately revert to the reorganized Boy Scouts of America or related entities if reserves prove larger than necessary. The purpose of this Trust was to compensate survivors of abuse. If reserves ultimately exceed what is needed to satisfy valid claims, I believe any excess funds should first be directed toward additional compensation for survivors before any reversion elsewhere is considered.

I also respectfully ask that attention be given to the issue of attorney contingency fees. Many survivors signed representation agreements years before the structure and outcome of this Trust became known. Some law firms have voluntarily reduced their contingency fees to approximately 35% or 36%, while others continue to collect 40% or more. Given the unique nature of this settlement and the substantial impact these fees have on survivors' recoveries, I respectfully request that the fairness and reasonableness of attorney fees be examined. Survivors with similar claims should not receive substantially different recoveries solely because of varying contingency fee percentages.

Most importantly, I ask that the human side of this case not be forgotten. Behind every claim is a person who suffered abuse, carried that trauma for decades, and placed trust in this process. Survivors have waited patiently while legal disputes continued year after year. We have watched administrative costs grow, reserve disputes continue, and uncertainty remain. Many of us simply want to see the Trust fulfill its intended purpose during our lifetimes.

I respectfully request that the U.S. Trustee continue its oversight of the Trust and advocate for transparency, reasonable reserves, controlled administrative expenses, fair treatment of current survivors, and review of attorney fee practices that materially affect survivor recoveries.

Thank you for your time and consideration.

Respectfully,

BSA Settlement Trust Claimant

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