Vin Diesel, Tommy Lee, Jermaine Jackson hit with sex abuse lawsuits under California’s accountability law. – AOL News
In recent legal developments, high-profile figures such as Vin Diesel, Tommy Lee, Jermaine Jackson, and Nigel Lythgoe are facing sexual abuse lawsuits filed under California’s Sexual Abuse and Cover Up Accountability Act. This legislation, effective until December 31, 2026, allows victims to pursue claims that would otherwise be time-barred due to the statute of limitations.
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Paula Abdul accuses ‘American Idol’ producer of sexual assault – The singer and actor’s lawsuit against Nigel Lythgoe is the latest in a string of high-profile cases filed right before portions of California’s Sexual Abuse and Cover Up Accountability Act… – NPR
The law aims to provide a second chance for alleged victims to seek justice, recognizing the challenges they may face in reporting sexual assault. Ethan Krasnoo, a Partner at Reavis Page Jump LLP, emphasized the Act’s purpose in giving survivors an opportunity to pursue claims that may have been difficult to address within the legal timeframe. “Sexual assault and abuse are two of the most underreported crimes,” explained Neama Rahmani, a personal injury lawyer and former federal prosecutor, highlighting the societal factors that often prevent victims from coming forward.
More of these have popped up due to California’s Sexual Abuse and Cover-Up Accountability Act (California Bill 2777). More will continue to pop up. Civil litigation, get paid. SS
The reluctance of victims to speak out is not uncommon, as Krasnoo noted, with some survivors taking more than a decade to disclose their experiences. Reasons for delayed reporting include feelings of shame, self-blame, or a lack of understanding about the legality of the assault. The complexity intensifies when the perpetrator is someone the victim trusts, making it challenging to recognize the incident as sexual assault.
The singer and actor's lawsuit against Nigel Lythgoe is the latest in a string of high-profile cases filed right before portions of California's Sexual Abuse and Cover Up Accountability Act expire.https://t.co/D08RpnluZz
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Vin Diesel, renowned actor and producer, is currently facing a lawsuit filed on December 21 by his former assistant, Asta Jonasson. She alleges that Diesel sexually assaulted her during the filming of “Fast Five” in 2010. According to the complaint, Diesel forcibly groped and kissed Jonasson in a hotel suite, ignoring her pleas and later engaging in inappropriate behavior.
Tommy Lee, the drummer, is confronted with a lawsuit for gender violence and sexual assault, filed on December 15 by an anonymous woman referred to as Jane Doe. She claims Lee assaulted her during a helicopter ride arranged under false pretenses. The complaint details Lee’s alleged groping, kissing, and attempted forced oral copulation during the ride, with the pilot allegedly doing nothing to intervene.
Jermaine Jackson, famed member of The Jackson 5, is being sued under California's Sexual Abuse and Cover Up Accountability Act for an alleged sexual assault in 1988.https://t.co/FhKWZDSNgz
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Jermaine Jackson, brother of the late Michael Jackson, was hit with a sexual assault lawsuit on December 28 by Rita Barrett. She accuses Jackson of forcibly assaulting her in her home in Spring 1988, with Motown Records founder Berry Gordy allegedly covering up the incident. Barrett claims Gordy, through his professional relationship with Jackson and her husband, facilitated the cover-up, allowing the perpetrators to continue benefiting from Jackson’s work and reputation.
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Nigel Lythgoe, producer of “American Idol,” faces a lawsuit filed by Paula Abdul on December 29. Abdul alleges that Lythgoe sexually assaulted her twice, once during an early season of “American Idol” and again during the judging of “So You Think You Can Dance.” Lythgoe vehemently denies these accusations, asserting a platonic friendship with Abdul and expressing shock at the allegations. He has decided to step down from the show amidst this sexual abuse lawsuit. The allegations against him are serious and need to be addressed. The show will continue without Nigel’s involvement,
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These legal actions underscore the importance of legislative measures like California’s Sexual Abuse and Cover Up Accountability Act in providing survivors a platform to seek justice beyond traditional statute-of-limitations constraints. As these cases unfold, they shed light on the ongoing challenges surrounding the reporting and addressing of sexual assault within high-profile industries.
Major Points Discussed:
- The sexual abuse lawsuits against Vin Diesel, Tommy Lee, Jermaine Jackson, and others are brought under California’s Sexual Abuse and Cover Up Accountability Act, allowing victims to revive claims despite the expiration of the statute of limitations until December 31, 2026.
- Sexual assault is cited as one of the most underreported crimes, with victims often grappling with shame, self-blame, and societal pressures. The Act aims to provide survivors a second chance to pursue justice, recognizing the complexities surrounding reporting such incidents.
- Vin Diesel faces a lawsuit from his former assistant, Asta Jonasson, who accuses him of sexual battery during the filming of “Fast Five” in 2010. The complaint alleges that Diesel forcibly groped and kissed Jonasson, engaging in inappropriate behavior in a hotel suite.
- Tommy Lee is sued for gender violence and sexual assault by an anonymous woman, referred to as Jane Doe. The complaint details Lee’s alleged groping, kissing, and attempted forced oral copulation during a helicopter ride arranged under false pretenses.
- Jermaine Jackson is hit with a lawsuit accusing him of sexually assaulting Rita Barrett in 1988, with Berry Gordy, Motown Records founder, accused of covering up the incident. The suit claims Gordy’s unique position allowed him to report the assault but instead chose to conceal it, perpetuating a cover-up.
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- Nigel Lythgoe is stepping down as a judge on “So You Think You Can Dance,” after two lawsuits accused him of sexual assault. Lythgoe, an executive producer of the show, is accused of groping and forcibly kissing Paula Abdul in an elevator about 20 years ag- ShortFilmGem
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