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Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson says he was surprised by sexual assault lawsuit
Read full article: Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson says he was surprised by sexual assault lawsuitCleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson said he was surprised by the latest civil lawsuit filed against him by a woman who alleges he sexually assaulted her four years ago.
Former Florida signee Jaden Rashada sues coach Billy Napier and others over failed $14M NIL deal
Read full article: Former Florida signee Jaden Rashada sues coach Billy Napier and others over failed $14M NIL dealFormer Florida recruit and current Georgia quarterback Jaden Rashada is suing Gators coach Billy Napier and the program’s top booster over a failed name, image and likeness deal worth nearly $14 million.
Paxton prosecutors blame politics for trumping evidence in attorney general’s impeachment trial
Read full article: Paxton prosecutors blame politics for trumping evidence in attorney general’s impeachment trialHouston attorney Dick DeGuerin said his team was naive in its belief that “principle would win out over politics.”
Both sides rest in Texas AG Ken Paxton's impeachment trial, moving historic case closer to a verdict
Read full article: Both sides rest in Texas AG Ken Paxton's impeachment trial, moving historic case closer to a verdictTexas Attorney General Ken Paxton's impeachment trial on corruption charges is getting close to a verdict.
The House has rested its case against Ken Paxton after a chaotic day for the prosecution
Read full article: The House has rested its case against Ken Paxton after a chaotic day for the prosecutionThe House prosecutors failed to call a star witness and battled with the defense attorneys over allegations the suspended attorney general had been bribed by Nate Paul.
“I did everything at his supervision”: Outside lawyer says Ken Paxton approved every step of Nate Paul investigation
Read full article: “I did everything at his supervision”: Outside lawyer says Ken Paxton approved every step of Nate Paul investigationHouston lawyer Brandon Cammack said he was excited to help the attorney general’s office with a criminal investigation. But after a whirlwind month, he was fired without payment and felt he’d “gotten the rug pulled out from me.”
“These allegations are completely untrue”: Paxton attorney Tony Buzbee promises vigorous defense in Senate trial
Read full article: “These allegations are completely untrue”: Paxton attorney Tony Buzbee promises vigorous defense in Senate trialThe boisterous and outspoken attorney will be matched against two legal icons who will prosecute the attorney general in his upcoming trial before the Texas Senate.
Letter details what led up to firing of Rick Noriega, head of Harris County Universal Services
Read full article: Letter details what led up to firing of Rick Noriega, head of Harris County Universal ServicesNew details have emerged surrounding the firing of retired Major General Rick Noriega, who led Harris County’s Universal Services.
Big-name Texas attorneys hired to present impeachment case against Ken Paxton
Read full article: Big-name Texas attorneys hired to present impeachment case against Ken PaxtonTwo prominent Texas attorneys with a long list of famous clients will present the case for impeachment against Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton.
House impeachment team taps 2 top Texas lawyers, Dick DeGuerin and Rusty Hardin, to lead Ken Paxton case
Read full article: House impeachment team taps 2 top Texas lawyers, Dick DeGuerin and Rusty Hardin, to lead Ken Paxton caseThe Houston-based attorneys are legends in their own right, having participated in numerous high-profile criminal and civil matters.
Galveston man suing 3 women for helping his ex-wife obtain abortion pills now accused of abuse in new court docs
Read full article: Galveston man suing 3 women for helping his ex-wife obtain abortion pills now accused of abuse in new court docsA man who filed a lawsuit in Texas against three women he said helped his now-ex-wife obtain medication for an abortion is accused in a new court filing of using the lawsuit as an extension of the manipulative, controlling and emotionally abusive behavior he displayed toward her during their marriage.
‘Citgo 6′ member files $100M lawsuit against company, claiming he was political pawn, abandoned during 5-year ordeal
Read full article: ‘Citgo 6′ member files $100M lawsuit against company, claiming he was political pawn, abandoned during 5-year ordealFormer Citgo employee Tomeu Vadell and his family filed a $100 million lawsuit on Tuesday in Harris County court against Citgo Petroleum Corporation, claiming he was used as a political pawn and abandoned by the company during his five-year incarceration and torture in Venezuela.
Deshaun Watson accusers expected to attend Texans-Browns game in Houston on Sunday
Read full article: Deshaun Watson accusers expected to attend Texans-Browns game in Houston on SundayAn attorney for the women who settled their lawsuits against Deshaun Watson says most of his clients have no interest in his return to Houston on Sunday.
3 of 4 remaining cases alleging sexual miscounduct against Deshaun Watson settled, Buzbee says
Read full article: 3 of 4 remaining cases alleging sexual miscounduct against Deshaun Watson settled, Buzbee saysThree of the four civil cases against Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson alleging sexual misconduct were settled late Sunday, Attorney Tony Buzbee said.
30 women alleging sexual misconduct against Deshaun Watson settle claims with Houston Texans organization
Read full article: 30 women alleging sexual misconduct against Deshaun Watson settle claims with Houston Texans organizationAll of the women who have made, or intended to make, claims against the Houston Texans organization for its alleged role involving the reported sexually misconduct of former Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson have resolved their claims, Houston attorney Tony Buzbee announced Friday. The terms of the settlements, to include the amounts paid each, are confidential.
‘Incredibly damning’: Lawsuit filed against Houston Texans for ‘enabling’ Deshaun Watson’s alleged behavior during massage therapy sessions
Read full article: ‘Incredibly damning’: Lawsuit filed against Houston Texans for ‘enabling’ Deshaun Watson’s alleged behavior during massage therapy sessionsDespite recently settling civil lawsuits for 20 out of 24 women who filed against NFL quarterback Deshaun Watson, attorney Tony Buzbee is also filing against the Houston Texans for allegedly “enabling” Watson’s reported inappropriate behavior during massage therapy sessions.
Deshaun Watson settles 20 civil suits, faces NFL suspension
Read full article: Deshaun Watson settles 20 civil suits, faces NFL suspensionA person familiar with the NFL's investigation tells The Associated Press that Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson's decision to settle 20 of 24 civil lawsuits filed against him for sexual misconduct may not dissuade the NFL from giving him a lengthy suspension.
‘They are warriors’: 20 of the 24 cases against Deshaun Watson have settled, attorney Tony Buzbee says
Read full article: ‘They are warriors’: 20 of the 24 cases against Deshaun Watson have settled, attorney Tony Buzbee saysTwenty out of 24 of the plaintiffs embroiled in a civil suit against former Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson have settled, according to attorney Tony Buzbee.
‘Defcon 1′: Two more lawsuits to be filed against former Texans QB Deshaun Watson, bringing total to 26, sources say
Read full article: ‘Defcon 1′: Two more lawsuits to be filed against former Texans QB Deshaun Watson, bringing total to 26, sources sayLegal woes continue for former Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson as attorney Tony Buzbee is in the process of filing two more lawsuits against the embattled NFL star, bringing the total number to 26, KPRC 2 has learned.
Browns’ Deshaun Watson named in 24th lawsuit by massage therapists
Read full article: Browns’ Deshaun Watson named in 24th lawsuit by massage therapistsA 24th woman has filed a civil lawsuit alleging sexual misconduct by Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson, who is also awaiting possible discipline from the NFL.
Rusty Hardin, attorney for Deshaun Watson, says ‘happy endings’ are not a crime
Read full article: Rusty Hardin, attorney for Deshaun Watson, says ‘happy endings’ are not a crimeA statement made by former Houston Texans player Deshaun Watson’s attorney, Rusty Hardin, in regard to an ongoing slew of civil lawsuits is raising some eyebrows.
Browns QB Deshaun Watson facing lawsuit from 23rd massage therapist
Read full article: Browns QB Deshaun Watson facing lawsuit from 23rd massage therapistAnother massage therapist has filed a civil lawsuit against Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson, raising the number of women who have accused him of sexual misconduct to 23.
Browns QB Watson facing lawsuit from 23rd massage therapist
Read full article: Browns QB Watson facing lawsuit from 23rd massage therapistAnother massage therapist has filed a civil lawsuit against Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson, raising the number of women who have accused him of sexual misconduct to 23.
QB Watson's legal woes far from over as he reports to Browns
Read full article: QB Watson's legal woes far from over as he reports to BrownsWhile Deshaun Watson’s NFL career has resumed with the Browns after grand juries declined to indict him on any criminal charges over sexual misconduct allegations, his legal problems aren't over.
No indictment for Texans QB Watson over sex assault claims
Read full article: No indictment for Texans QB Watson over sex assault claimsA grand jury has declined to indict Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson following a police investigation sparked by lawsuits from 22 women who have accused him of harassment and sexual assault.
Grand jury declines to indict Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson, determining he should not be charged with a crime
Read full article: Grand jury declines to indict Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson, determining he should not be charged with a crimeA grand jury on Friday declined to indict Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson following a police investigation sparked by lawsuits filed by 22 women who have accused him of harassment and sexual assault.
Judge: Deshaun Watson depositions can begin in assault suits
Read full article: Judge: Deshaun Watson depositions can begin in assault suitsA judge has declined efforts by attorneys for Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson to delay all his depositions in connection with lawsuits filed by 22 women who have accused him of sexual assault and harassment.
Dolphins say they were doing 'due diligence' on Watson
Read full article: Dolphins say they were doing 'due diligence' on WatsonMiami considered making a trade with Houston for Deshaun Watson but did not ask his accusers to sign nondisclosure agreements in the hopes of resolving the sexual assault and misconduct cases against the embattled quarterback, Dolphins general manager Chris Grier said Wednesday.
Prosecutor allegedly fired for ‘conduct, judgment’ fires back at Harris County DA Kim Ogg
Read full article: Prosecutor allegedly fired for ‘conduct, judgment’ fires back at Harris County DA Kim OggLess than 24-hours after being fired by Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg over his “conduct” and “judgment” in a Harding Street murder case, Colby Leslie is firing back.
Attorney: FBI probing allegations tied to Texans quarterback
Read full article: Attorney: FBI probing allegations tied to Texans quarterbackAn attorney for 22 women who have filed lawsuits accusing Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson of sexual assault and harassment says he and some of his clients have spoken to the FBI about the case.
Deshaun Watson attorney Rusty Hardin says Texans star has spoken to the FBI, lawyer ‘welcomes’ federal investigation
Read full article: Deshaun Watson attorney Rusty Hardin says Texans star has spoken to the FBI, lawyer ‘welcomes’ federal investigationRusty Hardin, an attorney for Houston Texans Deshaun Watson, will hold a news conference Wednesday to address the case and recent news reports concerning the FBI and Watson.
Murder charge dropped against former HPD officer in deadly Harding St. Raid, DA says
Read full article: Murder charge dropped against former HPD officer in deadly Harding St. Raid, DA saysA murder charge has been dismissed against a Houston police officer who was charged in the deadly botched raid on Harding Street, the Harris County Attorney’s Office announced Tuesday.
Texans QB’s sex assault cases highlight concerns amid #MeToo
Read full article: Texans QB’s sex assault cases highlight concerns amid #MeTooLawyers fighting sexual assault allegations against Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson face a predicament: Defending their client means working to discredit the claims of 22 women who are more likely to be believed four years into the #MeToo movement.
Skaggs' family sues Angels, 2 employees for negligence
Read full article: Skaggs' family sues Angels, 2 employees for negligenceThe family of former Los Angeles Angels pitcher Tyler Skaggs filed lawsuits in Texas and California charging the team and two former employees with negligence in his drug-related death two years ago.
NFL: No set timeline for outcome in Deshaun Watson investigation
Read full article: NFL: No set timeline for outcome in Deshaun Watson investigationA spokesperson for the NFL says it has no set timeline for the investigation into whether Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson violated the League’s Personal Conduct Policy.
Attorney Tony Buzbee says he plans to spend 50 hours questioning Deshaun Watson about lawsuits
Read full article: Attorney Tony Buzbee says he plans to spend 50 hours questioning Deshaun Watson about lawsuitsThe attorney representing 22 women in civil lawsuits against Houston Texans star Deshaun Watson says he plans to depose the quarterback for 50 hours.
1 Texans QB accuser drops suit, citing privacy, security
Read full article: 1 Texans QB accuser drops suit, citing privacy, securityOne of the 23 women who have filed lawsuits accusing Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson of sexual assault and harassment has dropped her case, citing privacy and security concerns after some of the women were ordered to make their names public following court hearings last week.
1 Deshaun Watson accuser drops lawsuit citing ‘privacy and security concerns’
Read full article: 1 Deshaun Watson accuser drops lawsuit citing ‘privacy and security concerns’One of the 22 women who had filed lawsuits against Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson has dropped her lawsuit against the football star.
22 lawsuits against Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson will be consolidated, presented to 1 judge
Read full article: 22 lawsuits against Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson will be consolidated, presented to 1 judgeKPRC 2 News has learned all 22 civil lawsuits filed against Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson have been consolidated and for pre-trial discovery will go in front of one judge.
Hearings result in 13 of Texans QB's accusers being ID'd
Read full article: Hearings result in 13 of Texans QB's accusers being ID'dThe names of 13 of the 22 women who have filed lawsuits accusing Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson of sexual assault and harassment will be made public following court hearings.
Courts order release of identities of several Deshaun Watson accusers
Read full article: Courts order release of identities of several Deshaun Watson accusersRepresentatives for Deshaun Watson and the women accusing him of sexual misconduct will appear in court Friday to determine the outcome of the “special exception” filing.
Legal filing could reveal identities of women accusing Deshaun Watson of sexual misconduct, attorney says
Read full article: Legal filing could reveal identities of women accusing Deshaun Watson of sexual misconduct, attorney saysA new legal filing is out Thursday from the attorney representing Deshaun Watson.
Woman alleges she was terrorized by assault from Texans QB
Read full article: Woman alleges she was terrorized by assault from Texans QBThe first woman to accuse Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson of sexual assault and harassment in a lawsuit has spoken publicly, alleging she was terrorized by her encounter with the NFL player and he needs to be held accountable for his actions.
After accuser speaks, Watson’s attorney says her lawyer asked for $100,000 settlement before lawsuit filed
Read full article: After accuser speaks, Watson’s attorney says her lawyer asked for $100,000 settlement before lawsuit filedTony Buzbee is holding a press conference Tuesday to discuss the nearly two dozen lawsuits that have been filed by women accusing Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson of assault and harassment.
2 of Houston’s most prominent attorneys go toe-to-toe in statements about Deshaun Watson case
Read full article: 2 of Houston’s most prominent attorneys go toe-to-toe in statements about Deshaun Watson caseTwo of Houston’s most prominent attorneys traded barbs in statements regarding the Deshaun Watson case.
18 massage therapists who worked with Deshaun Watson cast doubt on accusers’ stories
Read full article: 18 massage therapists who worked with Deshaun Watson cast doubt on accusers’ storiesAdDuring the massage, Deshaun was more comfortable using a towel than draping sheets over the table; this isn’t unusual at all. In these roles, she has performed extensive tissue work and body manipulation on professional athletes for the past decade. I don’t believe they are being truthful.”Kaleigh GalindoGalindo has been a licensed massage therapist since 2018. She is certified in lymphatic drainage massage, prenatal massage, oncology massage, decompression (cupping), Graston technique and cryotherapy. Before the appointment, he laid out what he wanted in very clear terms: he was only interested in a professional massage.
4 more women file lawsuits against Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson, attorney says
Read full article: 4 more women file lawsuits against Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson, attorney saysHOUSTON – Rusty Hardin, Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson’s attorney, has confirmed that the athlete been sued by four more women bringing the total number of lawsuits to 20. Attorney Tony Buzbee first posted about the four additional lawsuits Friday evening on Instagram. The incidents cited in the suits are said to have occurred between March 2020 and March 2021. Watson is a star quarterback for the Houston Texans. Note that none of the women are identified by name in the lawsuits.
EXCLUSIVE: Sources share copy of NDA that 1 of Deshaun Watson’s accusers says player sent to her
Read full article: EXCLUSIVE: Sources share copy of NDA that 1 of Deshaun Watson’s accusers says player sent to herA portion of the document provided to KPRC 2 by sources is highlighted in this graphic. HOUSTON – Sources shared with KPRC 2 a non-disclosure agreement that Deshaun Watson sent to one of his accusers on Thursday night. While nothing on the form is filled out, it has the name Deshaun Watson typed in at the top. Maybe you don’t want that extra signed copy circling.”The woman accuses Deshaun Watson of sexual misconduct. If that proves true, Wice said a non-disclosure agreement would not hold up.
The name ‘Jane Doe’ appears to be a hardship for Deshaun Watson’s defense team
Read full article: The name ‘Jane Doe’ appears to be a hardship for Deshaun Watson’s defense teamHOUSTON – The name Jane Doe has become to be a hardship for the defense team for Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson. Watson is accused of contacting these women, many of who are licensed massage therapists, on Instagram, according to the lawsuits. “Over the course of the last ten days, Deshaun Watson must feel like a hitchhiker in a west Texas hailstorm. “…in the one case in which we have been able to identify a plaintiff, we have strong evidence showing the allegation is false,” said Watson’s defense attorney Rusty Hardin. “I think it’s a double-barreled shotgun that Deshaun Watson finds himself facing right now.
5 things for Houstonians to know for Wednesday, March 24
Read full article: 5 things for Houstonians to know for Wednesday, March 24(AP Photo/David J. Phillip)Here are things to know for Wednesday, March 24:1. “We certainly don’t want to lose that momentum that we’ve had,” said state health department spokesman Chris Van Deusen. Police said officers responded accordingly but changed their posture once they realized Evans was asleep in her room when they entered. I don’t feel safe for any child that goes to that gym,” said a parent who didn’t want to be identified. In the declaration, Watson’s manager claims the woman wanted $30,000 in exchange for her “indefinite silence.”Read more.
Attorney: At least 1 of Deshaun Watson’s accusers attempted to blackmail him
Read full article: Attorney: At least 1 of Deshaun Watson’s accusers attempted to blackmail himHOUSTON – At least one of the women who has accused Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson of assault attempted to blackmail him earlier this year, according to the football player’s attorney. Thank you for your patience and understanding.”Declaration by Watson’s managerThe following is the declaration from Bryan Burney, Watson’s manager, as released by Hardin:1. In mid-January 2021, I spoke with an individual who I believe is the Plaintiff, identified as “Jane Doe,” in Jane Doe v. Deshaun Watson, Cause No. During my discussions with Ms. Doe, I questioned the factual basis for the “settlement” that she was requesting from Deshaun. I do not believe him capable of the conduct that “Jane Doe” has anonymously accused him of in this case.
Sources: Deshaun Watson had ‘completely consensual’ sexual encounters with ‘some’ of his accusers
Read full article: Sources: Deshaun Watson had ‘completely consensual’ sexual encounters with ‘some’ of his accusersHOUSTON – Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson did have sexual encounters with “some” of the women accusing him of sexual assault, sources close to Watson tell KPRC 2’s Vanessa Richardson. Those same sources insist the sexual encounters were “completely consensual.” They also said Watson had “non-sexual encounters” with some of the other accusers, where he was simply given a massage and there was no sexual contact. Watson posted a statement on Twitter after Houston attorney Tony Buzbee announced the first lawsuit. In that statement, Watson vehemently denied any wrongdoing. Buzbee is representing all of the accusers, while attorney Rusty Hardin will represent Watson.
Lawyer: Texans QB's assault suits followed blackmail attempt
Read full article: Lawyer: Texans QB's assault suits followed blackmail attemptFILE - In this Dec. 27, 2020, file photo, Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson throws a pass during an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals in Houston. Six more women on Monday, March, 22, 2021, filed lawsuits accusing Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson of sexual assault and harassment, bringing the total number of such lawsuits against the NFL player to 13. The women, in lawsuits filed in state court in Houston, accuse Watson of exposing himself, touching them with his penis or kissing them against their will while he got a massage. All of the women who have sued Watson are either licensed massage therapists or worked in a spa or similar business. Hardin said the attempt to blackmail Watson “calls into question the legitimacy of the other cases as well.
4 more women sue Texans QB Watson alleging sex assault
Read full article: 4 more women sue Texans QB Watson alleging sex assaultFILE - In this Dec. 27, 2020, file photo, Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson throws a pass during an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals in Houston. Watson has been sued by four more women who accuse him of sexual assault and harassments. (AP Photo/Matt Patterson, File)HOUSTON – Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson has been sued by four more women who accuse him of sexual assault and harassment. None of the seven women, who have sued separately but are all represented by Houston lawyer Tony Buzbee, are identified by name in the lawsuits. Hardin's statement said he is “extremely proud to represent Deshaun Watson and wholly stand behind him."
Attorney claims murder charge against HPD officer in Harding Street case is politically motivated
Read full article: Attorney claims murder charge against HPD officer in Harding Street case is politically motivatedHOUSTON – A lawyer who is representing one of the officers charged in connection with the deadly Harding Street police raid claimed Tuesday that the charge is politically motivated. Gallegos was one of six Houston officers who were newly charged in the case Monday. He said the grand jury declined to hear from Gallegos before handing up the indictment. You can watch a replay of Griffith’s news conference below:Ogg respondsOgg said in a written statement that a grand jury made the determination to charge Gallegos. With two police officers now charged with murder, Houstonians are finally getting the truth about what really happened on Harding St.”
6 more officers charged in investigation of deadly Harding Street police raid
Read full article: 6 more officers charged in investigation of deadly Harding Street police raidThe new charges bring the total number of officers or former officers charged in connection with the investigation of the raid to 12. Oscar Pardo: Charged with engaging in organized criminal activity and first-degree tampering with a governmental record. Cedell Lovings: Charged with engaging in organized criminal activity and first-degree tampering with a governmental record. Nadeem Ashraf: Charged with engaging in organized criminal activity and first-degree tampering with a governmental record. New charges for officers already chargedSome of the charges announced Monday were new charges against officers who have already been charged in connection with an investigation of the Harding Street raid.