More than two years and a lifetime ago, Hollywood’s open secrets about Harvey Weinstein finally spilled into public view. Few back then could have predicted all that would follow or where the #MeToo movement would go. Now, for Weinstein, a reckoning is at hand: His criminal trial, on five felony counts, including predatory sexual assault… Continue reading Harvey Weinstein on Trial: A #MeToo Reckoning Two Years in the Making
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Harvey Weinstein, Ex-Associates, Accusers Reach Tentative $47 Million Settlement
Harvey Weinstein, his former associates, insurers and accusers have reached a nearly $47 million tentative settlement of almost all the civil cases pending against him, about $25 million of which will compensate women who have accused the Hollywood producer of sexual misconduct, according to people familiar with the matter. Under the terms of the agreement,… Continue reading Harvey Weinstein, Ex-Associates, Accusers Reach Tentative $47 Million Settlement
Weinstein Reaches $44 Million Deal in Sexual-Misconduct Case
Harvey Weinstein, women who accused him of sexual misconduct, his former film studio’s board members and the New York attorney general’s office have reached a tentative $44 million deal to resolve lawsuits and compensate alleged victims of the Hollywood producer, according to people familiar with the matter. Lawyers involved in the discussions told a bankruptcy-court… Continue reading Weinstein Reaches $44 Million Deal in Sexual-Misconduct Case
Former Weinstein Companies Dismissed from Racketeering Lawsuit
Harvey Weinstein’s former companies and their officers and directors were dismissed from a federal lawsuit filed by 10 women, who claim the firms and executives aided the alleged sexual misconduct that led to the movie mogul’s ouster. The women — actors and screenwriters who claim they were assaulted or mistreated by Weinstein after meeting with… Continue reading Former Weinstein Companies Dismissed from Racketeering Lawsuit