Harvey weinstein new york state sues weinstein company

You're referring to the recent news about Harvey Weinstein and the New York State Attorney General's office suing The Weinstein Company.

Here's a summary of the situation:

On February 11, 2020, the New York State Attorney General's office filed a lawsuit against The Weinstein Company, Harvey Weinstein, and his brother Robert Weinstein, alleging that they engaged in a "decades-long pattern of sexual harassment, assault, and abuse" against numerous women. The lawsuit was filed in New York State Supreme Court in Manhattan.

The lawsuit claims that Harvey Weinstein used his position of power to coerce and manipulate women into engaging in sexual acts, and that he and his brother Robert Weinstein knew about and enabled his behavior. The lawsuit also alleges that the company failed to take adequate measures to prevent and respond to the alleged misconduct.

The lawsuit seeks to dissolve The Weinstein Company, which filed for bankruptcy in 2018, and to recover damages for the alleged victims. The lawsuit also seeks to impose penalties on Harvey Weinstein and his brother Robert Weinstein for their alleged role in the alleged misconduct.

This lawsuit is the latest development in the ongoing scandal surrounding Harvey Weinstein, who was accused of sexual harassment and assault by numerous women in 2017. The allegations led to his firing from The Weinstein Company and the launch of the #MeToo movement, which has sparked a global conversation about sexual harassment and assault.

It's worth noting that Harvey Weinstein has denied any non-consensual sexual activity and has claimed that the allegations against him are false. However, the lawsuit filed by the New York State Attorney General's office is based on evidence gathered during an investigation, including testimony from alleged victims and witnesses.

The lawsuit is a significant development in the ongoing legal and cultural reckoning surrounding Harvey Weinstein and the #MeToo movement. It highlights the importance of holding powerful individuals and institutions accountable for their actions and the need for greater transparency and accountability in the entertainment industry.