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Historic $1.68 Billion Verdict Against Hollywood Director James Toback Sends Strong Message on Sexual Abuse Accountability

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A jury in New York awarded $1.68 billion in damages on Wednesday to 40 women who accused writer and director James Toback of sexual abuse over 35 years, according to attorneys representing the plaintiffs. This landmark decision follows a lawsuit initiated in Manhattan in 2022, coinciding with New York state’s introduction of a one-year window for individuals to file lawsuits concerning historical sexual assault claims. The verdict stands as one of the most significant jury awards in New York’s history and among the largest since the #MeToo movement gained traction, attorney Brad Beckworth from Nix … Read more

Historic $1.68 Billion Verdict for 40 Women Against James Toback Shines Light on Abuse in Hollywood

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A New York jury awarded $1.68 billion on Wednesday to 40 women who accused filmmaker James Toback of sexual abuse over a 35-year period, according to attorneys representing the plaintiffs. This verdict represents one of the largest damage awards related to sexual harassment and abuse claims since the emergence of the #MeToo movement. The case stems from a lawsuit filed in Manhattan in 2022, which was made possible by New York state’s temporary measure allowing sexual assault victims to bring forth claims regardless of when the incidents occurred. Attorney Brad Beckworth of Nix Patterson LLP … Read more

Islam Mubarak Clinches Special Jury Prize at Hollywood Arab Film Festival for Role in “The Tale of Daye’s Family”

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Cairo, Egypt – Islam Mubarak recently clinched the Special Jury Prize at the Hollywood Arab Film Festival in California, accentuating her rising prominence in cinematic circles with a stirring portrayal in Karim El Shenawy’s film, “The Tale of Daye’s Family.” The festival, now in its fourth year, took place from April 9 to April 13, showcasing a plethora of Arab talent and narratives. “The Tale of Daye’s Family” tells the poignant story of a 14-year-old Nubian albino boy named Daye, who, despite being ostracized for his albinism and coping with familial abandonment, dreams of musical … Read more

From Courtroom to Hollywood: How Retired Lawyer Alan Barinholtz Became a Rising Star in Showbiz

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Los Angeles — Surpassing the common narrative of celebrity children overshadowing their parental figures, Alan Barinholtz is basking in the gleam of his own Hollywood spotlight. At 73, the retired attorney-turned-actor is experiencing newfound fame thanks to his role in the comedic series “Jury Duty,” a 2023 mockumentary that playfully dissects the nuances of the American legal system. Alan’s portrayal of Judge Alan Rosen in “Jury Duty” consists of drawing extensively from his years in the courtroom. The series not only met with critical acclaim but also introduced Alan as a noteworthy actor to a … Read more