NBC News reports on a federal judge rejecting a proposed class action settlement related to Harvey Weinstein’s alleged sexual abuse. Kevin Mintzer and co-counsel represented 6 accusers of Weinstein who objected to the settlement as unfair and inadequate. Mr. Mintzer stated, “the settlement terms and conditions were unfair and should never be imposed on sexual assault survivors.”
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Former model Kaja Sokola sues Harvey Weinstein alleging sexual assault
Kevin Mintzer represents Kaja Sokola, a clinical psychologist and former fashion model, in a newly-filed action alleging that she was sexually abused by Harvey Weinstein when she was 16 years old. The case, which also alleges negligence against Weinstein’s former employer, Miramax Studios and Disney, is the first and only action to be brought against Weinstein under New York’s newly-passed Child Victims Act.
She Sued the State Over Harassment. Then the Gaslighting Began, She Said.
In a New York Times examination of New York State’s attempts to evade responsibility for sexual harassment of its own employees, Kevin Mintzer is quoted concerning his representation of two employees of the New York State Assembly who were sexually harassed by a prominent elected official.
Attorneys for alleged Harvey Weinstein victim will do ‘everything in their power’ to fight tentative $44 million settlement
CNN reports on the statement issued by Kevin Mintzer and co-counsel, representing one of Harvey Weinstein’s accusers, regarding the reported global settlement in the Weinstein sexual assault and sexual harassment cases.
Lawmakers reach consensus on sexual harassment bill
In a Times Union article about the New York legislature’s agreement to improve the sexual harassment and other employment discrimination laws of the state, Kevin explains the significance of the changes, including the abandonment of the unfair “severe or pervasive” standard and the so-called Faragher-Ellerth affirmative defense.
Weinstein Accusers Say $44 Million Settlement Lets Him Off the Hook
National media organizations, including the New York Times, report on Kevin’s representation of one of Harvey Weinstein’s alleged rape victims, and her objections to the reported global settlement of rape and sexual assault cases brought against Weinstein, his companies, and associates. Kevin and co-counsel said in a statement: “The proposed deal would provide millions of dollars to the ultra-wealthy directors of the Weinstein Company. . . and their big firm lawyers.”
Queens Councilman Admits to Sexually Harassing City Council Staffer
In the New York Post, Kevin is asked for comment about a New York City councilmember who admitted to sexually harassing a member of the council staff: “‘Given what’s admitted — over a year of unwanted hugs and kisses — why is he being allowed to stay on the council?’ asked attorney Kevin Mintzer, who secured a $545,000 settlement in 2015 for two woman who accused former assemblyman Vito Lopez of sexual harassment.”
She Was Fired After Raising Questions About a DNA Test. Now She’s Getting $1 Million.
The New York Times and the New York Daily News cover the $1 million settlement of Dr. Marina Stajic’s First Amendment retaliation suit against the City of New York and the New York City Chief Medical Examiner. Dr. Stajic was the long-time Director of the Toxicology Laboratory at the Chief Medical Examiner’s Office. The resolution is believed to be one of the largest settlements of a First Amendment employment dispute in New York. Kevin Mintzer was lead counsel for Dr. Stajic.
Legislature to hold sexual harassment hearing
The Albany Times Union discusses the New York Legislature’s upcoming hearings on sexual harassment in the workplace, which is the first such hearing in 27 years. Kevin Mintzer comments on the need to remedy the disparity between the legal protections against sexual harassment in New York City and the rest of New York State.
Cosby accuser dies, but lawsuit will live on
In an article in the New York Post concerning the passing of one of Bill Cosby’s alleged victims, Kevin Mintzer provides expert commentary concerning whether a sexual assault lawsuit may proceed if the plaintiff dies.