In December 2020, a third civil lawsuit has been filed against Desan Watson, a Texas quarterback, accusing a massage therapist of sexual harassment.
Houston attorney Tony Boozeby sued and included charges from other massage therapists related to separate incidents related to two lawsuits this week. Buzzby wrote in a lawsuit that Watson’s behavior is “a disturbing pattern of preying on vulnerable women”. Per ESPN’s Sarah Barshop.
Here we know about those lawsuits so far, how Watson and the NFL have responded to the allegations.
What is known about the lawsuits against the countryside Watson
Case 1 and 2
First two The lawsuits were filed by Buzzbee in Harris County, Texas. The first lawsuit stems from an incident in March 2020 at the home of a massage therapist, and the second lawsuit stems from an incident in August 2020 at The Hoostonian Hotel, Club and Spa. Both of those lawsuits are female massage therapists filed as plaintiff Jane Mas Do.
Both lawsuits allege that Watson committed a civil assault by exposing himself and touching the plaintiff with his penis. Both lawsuits also stated that the plaintiffs became “uncomfortable” during the massage, and that the women abruptly ended their sessions after being treated unfairly by Watson, and she responded to any additional attempts at communication with Watson. No, who initially set up direct messages via Instagram. .
“It became clear that Watson wanted only one reason – a massage for sex,” the first lawsuit states.
Watson reportedly told the plaintiff involved in the March 2020 incident: “I know you have a career and a reputation, and I know you would hate to mess with someone, like I don’t want to Someone play with me. ” He considered Watson’s remarks a threat.
Lawsuit 3
The third lawsuit stems from an incident that allegedly took place in December 2020 in a Houston office building. The lawsuit was filed as Jane Doe in the lawsuit.
While the third lawsuit alleges a similar pattern of behavior towards the massage therapist, it also states that Watson “became more aggressive, forcibly asking him to hand him down in his pubic area.” The lawsuit claims that Watson forced the woman, Who felt “frightened and threatened” Having oral sex on him and he “did not consent.”
“The plaintiff wishes she could be more adventurous and the massage would end,” The lawsuit says. “But she felt helpless at this time. Watson was under Watson’s control. “
The three plaintiffs “are seeking compensatory damages to prevent Watson from proceeding in the manner of conduct.”
Who is Tony Boozeby?
Buzbee is a Houston-based attorney for a Hugh-based law firm. He is a former Marine officer and attended law school at the University of Houston Law Center, According to his bio on The Buzzbee Law Firm Site
. He has represented several high-profile clients, including former Texas government Rick Perry.
He has also previously run for public office, most recently launching an unsuccessful campaign for the mayor of Houston against the unconvincing Sylvester Turner in 2019.
In an Instagram post shared with her verified account on Thursday, Buzzbee said the Boozebee law firm has been hired by nine women to bring cases against Watson, although only three have been filed so far.
“The charges are the same. We have recorded three, and, as we complete our due diligence, will file the remaining ones in due time, ”the post read. “We are talking to many other people. [Buzbee’s associate] Cornelia [Brandfield-Harvey] And I applaud those brave women, and are extending the support of these brave women, who are ready to come forward and listen.
“What you do in life doesn’t matter. As my dad always said: ‘If you’re right, go ahead!’ And so we go. “
What has Deshan Watson said?
Posted by watson The following statement on Twitter Tuesday night:
As a result of a social media post by a publicity lawyer, I came to know of a recent lawsuit that has apparently been filed against me. I have not yet seen a complaint, but I know this: I have never treated a woman in any way other than with the utmost respect. The plaintiff’s lawyer claims that this is not about the money, but before filing a lawsuit he sought a baseless six-figure settlement, which I quickly dismissed. Unlike her, it’s not about money for me – it’s about clearing my name, and I’m eager to do so.
Houston-based lawyer Rusty Hardin Told ESPN He spoke with Watson on Wednesday and agreed to represent her.
“I’m comfortable with the person who is Deshon Watson, and I don’t like to comment publicly until I get all the facts,” Hardin said, adding that Watson has a lot of reputation here in the Houston area , And the allegations are actually inconsistent with the person he is. “
Is Texas investigating NFL Deshon Watson?
The Texans Issued the following statement on Wednesday:
We came to know about a civil lawsuit involving Deshaun Watson through a social media post last night. This is the first time we have heard about this case, and we hope to learn more soon. We take allegations of this nature that seriously involve anyone within the Houston Texas organization. We will await further information before making any additional statement on this incident.
NFL spokesman says league is aware of lawsuits but has “No further comments at this time.”
Additionally, teams interested in potential trade for Watson are monitoring the situation, According to Adam Schefter of ESPN.
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