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Judge Issues Default Judgment Against Toback After No-Show in Court, Damages Trial Set Following Allegations

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New York, NY – A New York court recently issued a default judgment against filmmaker James Toback after he failed to show up for earlier court proceedings. The judgment follows a series of accusations against Toback, who has openly denied any wrongdoing, insisting that any sexual interactions he had were consensual and rebuffing claims of sexual misconduct. Toback, representing himself, has contended that the extended statute of limitations for sexual abuse claims in New York infringes on his constitutional rights. This statute allows for older cases, which would typically be barred by the usual legal … Read more

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Faces $100 Million Default Judgment in Sexual Assault Lawsuit

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New York — A federal judge has issued a $100 million default judgment against Sean “Diddy” Combs in a high-profile sexual assault lawsuit after the music mogul failed to respond to the serious allegations. The case pertains to allegations made by plaintiff Jane Doe, who claims she was sexually assaulted by Combs in December 2020. The legal repercussions for Combs stem not only from the alleged incident but also from his inaction in the face of the lawsuit. Combs’ failure to deliver a formal response in court led directly to the default judgment, a significant … Read more

Sotheby’s Sues NYC Art Dealer for $2 Million, Alleging Payment Default; Dealer Counters with Fraud Claims

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New York — A high-profile legal battle is unfolding as Sotheby’s, the prestigious auction house, has filed a lawsuit against prominent New York art dealer Anatole Shagalov and his company, Nature Morte, alleging failure to pay $2 million for a painting purchased at auction. The case, filed in Manhattan, raises questions about the responsibilities and ethical standards within the bustling art market of New York City. The painting in question, a vibrant piece by the talented artist Keith Haring, was won by Shagalov at a 2017 auction. According to court documents, Shagalov agreed to a … Read more