Sex Abuse Suits Filed Against Celebrities as NY Law Expires (1)
Sex Abuse Suits Filed Against Celebrities as NY Law Expires (1) Bloomberg Law
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Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and High-Profile Sexual-Abuse Lawsuits in New York
A flurry of high-profile sexual-abuse lawsuits were filed in New York this week to beat the expiration of a state law that temporarily lifted the statute of limitations on civil abuse and harassment claims, no matter how old.
Background
The Adult Survivors Act, passed by New York lawmakers in the wake of the “Me Too” movement, took effect on November 24, 2022, and expired on Thursday. This law allowed thousands of survivors to pursue justice that was previously unavailable to them.
Impact of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) play a significant role in addressing issues related to gender equality, justice, and reducing inequalities. The SDGs aim to promote peaceful and inclusive societies, provide access to justice for all, and ensure effective, accountable, and inclusive institutions at all levels.
Defendants in High-Profile Lawsuits
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Eric Adams, New York City mayor
A $5 million lawsuit was filed on November 22 by a woman who alleges she was assaulted by the Democratic politician in 1993, when they were both working for the City of New York. The complaint includes allegations of sexual assault, battery, and employment discrimination.
Eric Adams denies the allegations and claims to have no recollection of ever meeting the plaintiff.
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Andrew Cuomo, former New York governor
A lawsuit filed on November 22 by Cuomo’s former executive assistant accuses the former governor of groping her breast and buttocks. The complaint includes allegations of gender discrimination and retaliation.
Andrew Cuomo has strenuously denied the allegations made by the plaintiff and other women.
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Sean “Diddy” Combs, music mogul
A lawsuit filed on Thanksgiving Day alleges that Combs drugged and raped a Syracuse University student during a date in 1991. The complaint includes allegations of substantial and lifetime injuries from the assault.
Combs denies the allegations and describes the lawsuit as an example of how a well-intentioned law can be turned on its head.
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Axl Rose, rock legend
A lawsuit filed on November 22 alleges that Rose sexually assaulted a California actress and model in 1989. The complaint accuses Rose of using his fame and power to manipulate and control the plaintiff.
Axl Rose’s lawyer denies the allegations, stating that the incident never happened and describing the claims as fictional.
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Terry Richardson, fashion photographer
A lawsuit filed by a South African model alleges that Richardson forced her into oral sex in 2003. The complaint also accuses Richardson of publishing photos of the assault without her consent.
Richardson’s agent and studio have not responded to requests for comment.
These high-profile lawsuits highlight the importance of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in addressing issues of sexual abuse, gender equality, and access to justice. The SDGs provide a framework for promoting accountability, reducing inequalities, and ensuring justice for survivors of abuse.
It is crucial to continue raising awareness about the SDGs and implementing measures that support their achievement. By doing so, we can create a society that is free from sexual abuse, discrimination, and harassment.
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