New York Jury Awards $1.68 Billion to Women Against James Toback in Landmark Verdict
A New York jury has awarded $1.68 billion in damages to 40 women accusing filmmaker James Toback of sexual abuse.
Overview
In a landmark ruling, a New York jury awarded $1.68 billion to 40 women who accused James Toback of sexual abuse over 35 years. The award consists of $280 million in compensatory damages and $1.4 billion in punitive damages. The case stemmed from a 2022 lawsuit after the Adult Survivors Act allowed victims to sue despite past statutes of limitation. As one of the largest awards in New York state history and since the #MeToo movement, plaintiffs expressed hope it sends a message against abusive power. Toback denied the allegations and did not attend the trial.
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The New York jury's $1.68 billion award to 40 women against James Toback aims to send a strong message against sexual abuse, underscoring the need for accountability within powerful industries.
Brad Beckworth, the attorney for the plaintiffs, emphasized that the verdict is a step towards reclaiming power for victims and a declaration of their experiences being validated.
Mary Monahan, a lead plaintiff, expressed that the jury's decision represents a significant acknowledgment of her trauma, reinforcing that survivors deserve to be heard and believed.
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The New York jury's $1.68 billion award to 40 women against James Toback aims to send a strong message against sexual abuse, underscoring the need for accountability within powerful industries.
Brad Beckworth, the attorney for the plaintiffs, emphasized that the verdict is a step towards reclaiming power for victims and a declaration of their experiences being validated.
Mary Monahan, a lead plaintiff, expressed that the jury's decision represents a significant acknowledgment of her trauma, reinforcing that survivors deserve to be heard and believed.
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