Harassment

Former NBA Star Scottie Pippen and Ex-Wife Larsa Sued for Harassment and Stalking, $250 Million Lawsuit Claims

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Chicago, Illinois – Former Chicago Bulls legend Scottie Pippen and his ex-wife Larsa Pippen have been hit with a lawsuit alleging harassment and stalking. Chyvette Valentine, who claims to be Pippen’s former girlfriend, filed the lawsuit against Pippen, Larsa, and Pippen’s brother Carl in the Circuit Court of Cook County. In the court documents, Valentine accuses the trio, along with the Chicago Bulls, of causing her suffering. She is seeking $250 million in damages. Valentine alleges that she had an on-and-off relationship with Pippen from 1987 to 1993, which ultimately ended after she was allegedly … Read more

Sexual Harassment Trial for Jefferson County Justice of the Peace Delayed as Prosecutors Seek New Indictment

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BEAUMONT, Texas – The trial date for a Jefferson County justice of the peace accused of sexual harassment of an employee has been postponed. Jefferson County Precinct Eight Justice of the Peace, Tom Gillam III, was scheduled to stand trial on March 6, 2024. However, prosecutors are now seeking a new indictment, leading to the delay. Gillam, who has been suspended without pay since September 2023, is facing a charge of official oppression related to sexual harassment. During a pre-trial hearing on Wednesday in Jefferson County’s Criminal District Court, Defense attorney Layne Walker and special … Read more

Lizzo to Face Trial as Judge Refuses to Dismiss Sexual Harassment Lawsuit by Former Dancers

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Los Angeles, California – A lawsuit filed by three former dancers against Grammy-winning artist Lizzo will proceed after a Los Angeles County Superior Court judge denied the singer’s request to dismiss the case. The lawsuit alleges racial discrimination, sexual harassment, fat-shaming, and other offenses against Lizzo. Despite the judge dismissing some claims, the dancers’ lawyer, Ron Zambrano, hailed the ruling as a victory, emphasizing that it sends a strong message that even celebrities are not immune to reprehensible conduct. Lizzo, known for her empowering messages of self-love and body positivity, vehemently denied all the accusations, … Read more

Sexual Harassment Lawsuit Against Lizzo Heads to Trial: Dancers’ Claims Remain in Controversial Case

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LOS ANGELES – Lizzo, the Grammy-winning singer known for her body positivity advocacy, is facing a sexual harassment lawsuit filed by several former backup dancers. The allegations against Lizzo were made by Arianna Davis, Crystal Williams, and Noelle Rodriguez, who accused the singer of harassment during their time on her Special tour and as contestants on “Lizzo’s Watch Out for the Big Grrls” in early 2021. In a recent ruling, Los Angeles County Superior Court Judge Marc H. Epstein dismissed some of the accusations, including a claim that Lizzo fat-shamed a dancer. However, he denied … Read more