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Houston Attorney Tony Buzbee files more lawsuits on behalf of 7 people against Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs
Read full article: Houston Attorney Tony Buzbee files more lawsuits on behalf of 7 people against Sean ‘Diddy’ CombsCombs has been behind bars since his arrest on Sept. 16. He was charged with racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking, some allegations listed against him dating back to 2008. He pled not guilty to the charges.
Houston attorney Tony Buzbee to file 6 new sexual misconduct cases against Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs
Read full article: Houston attorney Tony Buzbee to file 6 new sexual misconduct cases against Sean ‘Diddy’ CombsBuzbee described the victims as 60 males, 60 females, 25 minors, and one as young as nine years old. The allegations cover a period from 1991 to 2024.
‘Many powerful people will be exposed’: Tony Buzbee reveals more than 100 victims in lawsuits against Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs
Read full article: ‘Many powerful people will be exposed’: Tony Buzbee reveals more than 100 victims in lawsuits against Sean ‘Diddy’ CombsHouston attorney Tony Buzbee has announced over 100 lawsuits alleging sexual assault, exploitation, and abuse against Sean “Diddy” Combs and other defendants, representing 120 individuals.
Sean 'Diddy' Combs accused of sexual misconduct by 120 people, attorney says
Read full article: Sean 'Diddy' Combs accused of sexual misconduct by 120 people, attorney saysAn attorney says he is representing 120 accusers who have come forward with sexual misconduct allegations against Sean “Diddy” Combs.
Houston attorney Tony Buzbee reveals new details on more than 100 pending lawsuits against Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs
Read full article: Houston attorney Tony Buzbee reveals new details on more than 100 pending lawsuits against Sean ‘Diddy’ CombsHouston attorney Tony Buzbee will reveal new details about sexual assault and exploitation allegations against Sean “Diddy” Combs and others, representing over 100 alleged victims, at a news conference.
Houston attorney Tony Buzbee representing more than 100 alleged victims in lawsuit against Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs
Read full article: Houston attorney Tony Buzbee representing more than 100 alleged victims in lawsuit against Sean ‘Diddy’ CombsHouston attorney Tony Buzbee says his law firm is representing over 100 people who say they were subjected to sexual assault and abuse by hip-hop mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs.
Woman suing Browns QB Deshaun Watson over alleged sexual assault to meet with NFL, her attorney says
Read full article: Woman suing Browns QB Deshaun Watson over alleged sexual assault to meet with NFL, her attorney saysA woman accusing Deshaun Watson of sexual assault may meet in the next two weeks with the NFL, which is investigating the Cleveland Browns quarterback’s off-field behavior, the woman’s lawyer said Thursday.
Texas Restaurant Association launches relief fund for restauranteurs impacted by Hurricane Beryl
Read full article: Texas Restaurant Association launches relief fund for restauranteurs impacted by Hurricane BerylAs Houston residents recover from the damage and power outages caused by Hurricane Beryl, the Texas Restaurant Association is working to help area restauranteurs with the TX Restaurant Relief Fund.
Attorney Tony Buzbee to file class-action lawsuit against CenterPoint Energy on behalf of Houston area restaurants
Read full article: Attorney Tony Buzbee to file class-action lawsuit against CenterPoint Energy on behalf of Houston area restaurantsThe Buzbee Law Firm announced that it will file a class-action case Monday against Centerpoint Energy on behalf of several Houston area restaurants.
2 Houston area women accuse NFL kicker Brandon McManus of sexually assaulting them on Jaguars flight to London
Read full article: 2 Houston area women accuse NFL kicker Brandon McManus of sexually assaulting them on Jaguars flight to LondonBreaking News: Two Houston area flight attendants have filed a lawsuit against NFL kicker Brandon McManus and the Jacksonville Jaguars, alleging sexual assault during a flight to London. The lawsuit claims McManus and teammates disregarded personal space, safety, and federal law. #NFL #BreakingNews
Houston Christian University struck with another lawsuit involving former track coach accused of sexual misconduct
Read full article: Houston Christian University struck with another lawsuit involving former track coach accused of sexual misconductAnother lawsuit has now been filed against Houston Christian University involving allegations of sexual misconduct by former track coach Sesar Figueroa, according to court documents.
Tony Buzbee, Mary Nan Huffman will face off in runoff election for Houston City Council race
Read full article: Tony Buzbee, Mary Nan Huffman will face off in runoff election for Houston City Council raceBuzbee is a high-profile lawyer who led the defense team in Attorney General Ken Paxton’s impeachment trial. He is challenging Huffman, the incumbent council member.
Texas voters split on House, Senate handling of Paxton impeachment, poll finds
Read full article: Texas voters split on House, Senate handling of Paxton impeachment, poll findsRepublicans showed a more clear divide, giving the Senate higher marks than the House for how the attorney general’s impeachment was handled.
Ken Paxton’s prosecutors stumbled at times. But did it matter in the GOP-dominated Senate?
Read full article: Ken Paxton’s prosecutors stumbled at times. But did it matter in the GOP-dominated Senate?The House impeachment managers faced a high bar: convincing enough Republican senators to vote against their own political self-interest.
Paxton’s legal team, state politicians react to not guilty verdict in impeachment trial
Read full article: Paxton’s legal team, state politicians react to not guilty verdict in impeachment trialThe victory for Attorney General Paxton was not even close, it was overwhelming and it also was filled with much emotion especially afterwards from both sides with what took place in there.
Paxton trial updates, Sept. 15: Senators leave Capitol without an impeachment verdict
Read full article: Paxton trial updates, Sept. 15: Senators leave Capitol without an impeachment verdictDeliberations are expected to resume at 9 a.m. Saturday. Paxton is accused of misusing his office to help a friend and donor who was under federal investigation.
The Texas Senate is deliberating at Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton’s impeachment trial
Read full article: The Texas Senate is deliberating at Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton’s impeachment trialThe Texas Senate is deliberating over whether impeached Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton should be removed from office.
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.
Ken Paxton’s lawyer attacks allegation that home renovation was a bribe
Read full article: Ken Paxton’s lawyer attacks allegation that home renovation was a bribeDrew Wicker, Paxton’s former personal assistant, testified at Paxton’s impeachment trial that his boss used four cell phones and ditched his security to meet with Nate Paul. But Wicker also provided Paxton’s lawyer with a chance to attack a central bribery allegation.
Political warnings and accusations of misconduct: 6 main themes emerge in first week of Ken Paxton’s impeachment trial
Read full article: Political warnings and accusations of misconduct: 6 main themes emerge in first week of Ken Paxton’s impeachment trialThe suspended attorney general’s lawyers focused on disloyalty and attacked evidence, while impeachment managers accused Paxton of excessive and obsessive misconduct. Neither side ignored the politics behind the case.
Inside Day 3 of suspended Attorney General Ken Paxton impeachment trial
Read full article: Inside Day 3 of suspended Attorney General Ken Paxton impeachment trialThe historic impeachment trial of suspended Attorney General Ken Paxton is underway in the Texas Senate. He faces 16 articles of impeachment that accuse him of misusing the powers of the attorney general’s office to help his friend and donor Nate Paul, an Austin real estate investor who was under federal investigation.
Paxton trial updates: Whistleblower says going to FBI over Paxton’s actions was ‘protecting the interests of the state’
Read full article: Paxton trial updates: Whistleblower says going to FBI over Paxton’s actions was ‘protecting the interests of the state’Former attorney general officials testified that Ken Paxton pushed to release confidential FBI records to friend and donor Nate Paul. They also denied defense attorneys’ assertions that they staged a “mutiny.”
Ken Paxton’s top deputy, the first impeachment witness, describes an attorney general out of control
Read full article: Ken Paxton’s top deputy, the first impeachment witness, describes an attorney general out of controlJeff Mateer testified that Paxton was so intent on helping Austin real estate investor Nate Paul that he worried the attorney general was being blackmailed.
Paxton trial, Sept. 6: Witnesses claim AG was fixated on Nate Paul
Read full article: Paxton trial, Sept. 6: Witnesses claim AG was fixated on Nate PaulOn the second day of the impeachment trial, former officials in the attorney general’s office say Ken Paxton’s relationship with real estate investor Nate Paul raised alarms. Defense attorney accused the witnesses of “staging a coup.”
Ken Paxton cannot be forced to testify at his impeachment trial, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick rules
Read full article: Ken Paxton cannot be forced to testify at his impeachment trial, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick rulesThe suspended attorney general argued that he should have the same protection from testifying as any defendant in a criminal trial. Patrick, acting as trial judge, agreed.
Tony Buzbee, lawyer for Ken Paxton, intends to seek Houston City Council seat
Read full article: Tony Buzbee, lawyer for Ken Paxton, intends to seek Houston City Council seatBuzbee is currently defending Texas’ impeached attorney general. He ran for mayor in 2019, challenging incumbent Sylvester Turner while self-funding his campaign with over $10 million.
Ken Paxton legal team works to invalidate every article of impeachment before trial
Read full article: Ken Paxton legal team works to invalidate every article of impeachment before trialIf successful, the flurry of legal filings would halt the suspended attorney general’s September impeachment trial before it truly begins in the Texas Senate.
Gag order issued ahead of Texas AG Ken Paxton's impeachment trial after 'inflammatory' remarks
Read full article: Gag order issued ahead of Texas AG Ken Paxton's impeachment trial after 'inflammatory' remarksA top Texas Republican who will oversee Attorney General Ken Paxton’s impeachment trial has issued a sweeping gag order over the case.
Acting as Ken Paxton’s impeachment judge, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick issues sweeping gag order
Read full article: Acting as Ken Paxton’s impeachment judge, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick issues sweeping gag order“Prejudicial and inflammatory statements” from both sides have jeopardized the ability of senators to offer fair and impartial justice, Patrick says. Violators can be found in contempt, jailed and fined.
As Paxton allies press to avoid impeachment trial, House managers warn against “sham” proceeding
Read full article: As Paxton allies press to avoid impeachment trial, House managers warn against “sham” proceedingAll eyes are on a secretive Senate committee that is drafting rules for an impeachment trial. Those rules are expected to be presented to the Texas Senate on Tuesday.
“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.
Houston attorney Tony Buzbee deletes social media post stating he is representing AG Ken Paxton in impeachment trial
Read full article: Houston attorney Tony Buzbee deletes social media post stating he is representing AG Ken Paxton in impeachment trialThe well-known Houston attorney Tony Buzzbee deleted a social media post on Friday stating he was going to represent Attorney General Ken Paxton in his impeachment trial.
Family of worker who died in explosion says he prepared them, believing ‘Marathon would kill him’
Read full article: Family of worker who died in explosion says he prepared them, believing ‘Marathon would kill him’Accountability and answers - it’s the reason behind a petition filed on behalf of the family who lost their dad in Monday’s explosion at the Marathon Petroleum Refinery in Texas City.
Houston Christian University facing second lawsuit involving former track coach accused of sexual misconduct
Read full article: Houston Christian University facing second lawsuit involving former track coach accused of sexual misconductHouston Christian University was hit with a second lawsuit Tuesday involving allegations of sexual misconduct by a former track coach.
Texas woman claims ex-track coach groomed her for years for ‘unspeakable’ sexual abuse while athlete at HCU
Read full article: Texas woman claims ex-track coach groomed her for years for ‘unspeakable’ sexual abuse while athlete at HCUA woman called only "Jane Doe No. 1" has sued Houston Christian University and former head track coach and recruiting coordinator Sesar Figueroa for more than $5 million after she claims in a lawsuit that she was groomed for years in a "trap" to have sex with the coach.
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.
Josh Primo, Spurs sued by former team psychologist
Read full article: Josh Primo, Spurs sued by former team psychologistA psychologist who worked for the San Antonio Spurs has sued the team and former player Josh Primo after she alleges that he exposed himself to her multiple times during private sessions.
Josh Primo, Spurs sued by former team psychologist who says he exposed himself to her
Read full article: Josh Primo, Spurs sued by former team psychologist who says he exposed himself to herA psychologist who worked for the San Antonio Spurs has sued the team and former player Josh Primo after she alleges that he exposed himself to her multiple times during private sessions.
AP source: Spurs waived Primo after allegation of exposure
Read full article: AP source: Spurs waived Primo after allegation of exposureA person with knowledge of the matter says a female former San Antonio Spurs employee has alleged that now-former Spurs guard Josh Primo exposed himself in her presence.
Astroworld tragedy: Lawsuit against Travis Scott, others settled with family of 21-year-old victim, Attorney Buzbee says
Read full article: Astroworld tragedy: Lawsuit against Travis Scott, others settled with family of 21-year-old victim, Attorney Buzbee saysAttorney Tony Buzbee announced Thursday that at least one of the lawsuits filed against rapper Travis Scott, Live Nation and others involved in the Astroworld tragedy have settled.
PHOTOS: Tony Buzbee’s mansion is still on the market, price decreased to $20M; Take a look inside at the stunning, traditional space
Read full article: PHOTOS: Tony Buzbee’s mansion is still on the market, price decreased to $20M; Take a look inside at the stunning, traditional spaceHouston lawyer Tony Buzbee’s home is still on the market.
‘Horrific medical mistake’: Healthy baby fighting for her life in ICU after receiving wrong IV following surgery, family attorney says
Read full article: ‘Horrific medical mistake’: Healthy baby fighting for her life in ICU after receiving wrong IV following surgery, family attorney saysA 6-month-old baby is now fighting for her life after family members say the medical staff at Children’s-Memorial Hermann Hospital made a terrible mistake.
Tony Buzbee discusses civil cases against former Texans QB Deshaun Watson
Read full article: Tony Buzbee discusses civil cases against former Texans QB Deshaun WatsonAttorney Tony Buzbee held a news conference to discuss the latest updates on the civil cases filed against former Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson.
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.
Lawyer: 30 women settle Watson-related claims against Texans
Read full article: Lawyer: 30 women settle Watson-related claims against TexansAn attorney representing 30 women who have accused the Houston Texans of turning a blind eye to allegations that Deshaun Watson was sexually assaulting and harassing women during massage sessions says they have settled their legal claims against the team.
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.
WATCH LIVE: Deshaun Watson holds news conference following arrival at Cleveland Browns headquarters
Read full article: WATCH LIVE: Deshaun Watson holds news conference following arrival at Cleveland Browns headquartersA grand jury in Brazoria County is considering the 10th accusation of sexual misconduct against former Houston Texans star player Deshaun Watson this week, the New York Times reported Thursday.
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 denies request to delay civil trial against Houston Texans QB Watson
Read full article: Judge denies request to delay civil trial against Houston Texans QB WatsonA special hearing has been scheduled for Monday as the attorneys representing Deshaun Watson are requesting a delay in the civil trial against the embattled Houston Texans quarterback.
Attorney Tony Buzbee releases update about plaintiffs’ case against Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson
Read full article: Attorney Tony Buzbee releases update about plaintiffs’ case against Texans quarterback Deshaun WatsonTony Buzbee released new information about his plaintiffs’ case against Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson.
$750 million lawsuit filed for more than 120 people in Astroworld Festival tragedy
Read full article: $750 million lawsuit filed for more than 120 people in Astroworld Festival tragedyHouston attorney Tony Buzbee is now adding to the list of lawsuits filed after the Astroworld Festival tragedy that killed 10 people.
Attorney Tony Buzbee files lawsuit for 35+ attendees, including 21-year-old victim
Read full article: Attorney Tony Buzbee files lawsuit for 35+ attendees, including 21-year-old victimAttorney Tony Buzbee announced Monday that his law firm will represent the family of one of the victims who died during Travis Scott’s Astroworld Festival, along with several other concertgoers who were injured during Friday night’s event.
Lawsuit filed against Tesla after accident that injured 5 police officers
Read full article: Lawsuit filed against Tesla after accident that injured 5 police officersTesla and Pappas Restaurants have been named in a lawsuit filed seven months after an accident that injured five police officers in Splendora, Montgomery County.
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.
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 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.
Alleged messages between Deshaun Watson and accusers released by Buzbee’s office
Read full article: Alleged messages between Deshaun Watson and accusers released by Buzbee’s officeTony Buzbee released several text messages and social media posts that he says were exchanged between the football star and some of his accusers.
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.
Deshaun Watson’s attorney responds to lawsuit accusing player of deleting Instagram messages
Read full article: Deshaun Watson’s attorney responds to lawsuit accusing player of deleting Instagram messagesHOUSTON – The attorney of Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson has released a statement in regards to a recent lawsuit accusing the player of deleting Instagram messages and contacting former masseuses in an attempt to settle. The 19th lawsuit against the quarterback alleges that “Watson is deleting Instagram messages and contacting those who formally provided him massages, in an attempt to settle. That said, he has not deleted any messages since March 15th, the day before the first lawsuit was filed. We categorically deny that he has reached out directly to his accusers in an attempt to settle these cases. We will address these issues, and others raised in these cases, in our formal response to the court in the coming weeks.”
KPRC 2 legal analyst answers FAQ on Deshaun Watson case
Read full article: KPRC 2 legal analyst answers FAQ on Deshaun Watson caseThe lawsuits filed accusing Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson of sexual assault have garnered national attention. I sat down with KPRC 2 legal analyst Brian Wice to discuss what could be next. And unfortunately for Rusty Hardin and Deshaun Watson, Tony Buzbee has put a crooked number up on the board in the court of public opinion with the sheer number of lawsuits. But as it is right now, we are in for the long haul.”These are civil lawsuits, not criminal. What a lot of our viewers may not know is that on the civil side, that doesn’t apply.”What does this mean for Deshaun Watson as a football player, not necessarily as a citizen accused?
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.
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.
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.
5 things for Houstonians to know for Monday, March 22
Read full article: 5 things for Houstonians to know for Monday, March 22More than 60,000 doses sent to vaccine hubs in Houston area this weekHere are things to know for Monday, March 22:1. The appointments are for the Johnson & Johnson vaccine at Bayou City Event Center or the first doses of Moderna vaccine at Delmar Stadium and The Parking Spot. As of Monday morning, all of the Johnson & Johnson appointments had been filled. People eligible for vaccination under the Texas Department of State Health Services criteria can visit HoustonEmergency.org/covid19 or the following direct links to self-register. AstraZeneca says US trial data shows vaccine 79% effectiveAstraZeneca’s COVID-19 vaccine provided strong protection against sickness and eliminated hospitalizations and deaths from the disease, including in older adults, in final-stage U.S. testing, the company announced Monday.
Tony Buzbee to submit evidence to HPD, Harris Co. District Attorney in Texans’ Deshaun Watson case
Read full article: Tony Buzbee to submit evidence to HPD, Harris Co. District Attorney in Texans’ Deshaun Watson caseHOUSTON – On Saturday, attorney Tony Buzbee announced his team will be submitting affidavits and evidence from several women, who accused Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson of sexual misconduct, to the Houston Police Department and the Harris County District Attorney on Monday. On Friday, four more lawsuits were filed Friday against Watson by Buzbee’s law firm on behalf of female massage professionals. AdIn a press conference Friday afternoon, Buzbee detailed some of the lawsuits against Watson. RELATED: Houston Texans release new statement confirming NFL investigation into Deshaun Watson lawsuitsAdBuzbee described most of the victims as single mothers of different races. Watson’s attorney, Rusty Hardin, released a statement Friday about the allegations:“I’m extremely proud to represent Deshaun Watson and wholly stand behind him against what we believe are meritless allegations.
TIMELINE: Accusations against Deshaun Watson span 9 months, including more than 3 months of NFL season
Read full article: TIMELINE: Accusations against Deshaun Watson span 9 months, including more than 3 months of NFL seasonHouston attorney Tony Buzbee’s law firm has filed multiple civil lawsuits against Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson.