Janel Grant’s lawyer has issued a statement following the expiration of the six-month stay in the lawsuit against Vince McMahon, WWE, and John Laurinaitis.
The statement indicates that the lawsuit, which involves allegations of sexual trafficking and abuse, is now allowed to proceed. This marks a significant step forward in the legal battle, even as the Department of Justice (DOJ) continues its ongoing investigation into McMahon.
The lawyer’s statement emphasizes that the expiration of the stay means that the civil case, which was temporarily put on hold to avoid interfering with the DOJ’s investigation, can now continue its course through the legal system. The legal team expressed confidence that the case would move forward without further delays, ensuring that the allegations made by Grant would be addressed in court.
You can check out the official statement below:
Statement from Janel Grant’s Lawyer on Moving Forward with Civil Case Against Vince McMahon While the Feds Continue Their Investigation
NEW YORK, NY – Today, the United States Southern District for New York informed us that they will be letting the stay expire on Janel Grant’s lawsuit against former WWE CEO Vince McMahon, WWE executive John Laurinaitis, and WWE for sexual assault and human trafficking. This decision allows Ms. Grant to proceed with her civil charges against McMahon, Laurinaitis, and WWE while federal prosecutors continue their criminal investigation. In response, Ms. Grant’s attorney Ann Callis released the following statement:
“We are pleased that prosecutors for the Southern District of New York have concluded that they can continue their criminal investigation while we bring forward new evidence in our civil case about the sexual exploitation carried out by Janel Grant’s abusers. For the last six months, Ms. Grant has patiently waited to hold Vince McMahon, John Laurinaitis, and WWE accountable for the sex trafficking and abuse she endured at the company on a near daily basis. Her wait is over, and we now look forward to sharing Ms. Grant’s story.”
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