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entertainment1 year ago

"Controversy Surrounds Michael Jackson Biopic Amid Sex Abuse Allegations"

The lawyer representing Michael Jackson's accusers, Wade Robson and James Safechuck, in their lawsuit against Jackson's estate expresses confidence in their case despite an upcoming biopic about the pop superstar. The lawyer calls the biopic "propaganda" and expresses a desire to have the trial before the film's release. The estate, however, has not shown willingness to accommodate this request. The lawyer emphasizes the importance of getting the truth out and addresses potential misrepresentations in the biopic, while highlighting the complexities of coming forward as a victim of child abuse.

via The Daily Beast|
#biopic#child-abuse#entertainment
entertainment1 year ago

"Jaafar Jackson Channels King of Pop in First-Look Biopic Photo"

Jafaar Jackson, Michael Jackson's nephew, has recreated an iconic look from his uncle's Dangerous Tour for the upcoming biopic "Michael." The photo, taken by Kevin Mazur, showcases Jafaar's striking resemblance to the King of Pop. The film, directed by Antoine Fuqua, is set to hit theaters in 2025 and aims to address all aspects of Jackson's life, though it remains unclear how it will handle the musician's controversies, including allegations of child sexual abuse. The announcement of the biopic has sparked criticism from "Leaving Neverland" director Dan Reed, who has condemned the film for glorifying a man accused of such crimes.

via The Daily Beast|
#biopic#controversial#entertainment
legalcourt-cases2 years ago

Michael Jackson accusers' lawsuits cleared for trial by court ruling

Lawsuits from two men who accused Michael Jackson of sexually abusing them when they were children can proceed to a jury trial, as ruled by a California appeals court. The lawsuits were initially dismissed due to the statute of limitations, but a new California law extended the timeframe for survivors who were abused as children. The court disagreed with a previous ruling that the companies owned by Jackson had no legal responsibility to protect the victims, stating that a corporation facilitating child abuse cannot be excused from its duty to protect. The release of the documentary series "Leaving Neverland" in 2019 reignited the debate around Jackson's legacy.

via The Guardian|
#lawsuits#leaving-neverland#legalcourt-cases
entertainment2 years ago

"Michael Jackson's Sexual Abuse Lawsuits Revived, Accusers Head to Trial"

Lawsuits filed by Wade Robson and James Safechuck, who accused Michael Jackson of sexually abusing them as children in the HBO documentary Leaving Neverland, have been reinstated by the 2nd District Court of Appeal. The court found that the corporations owned by Jackson had a legal duty to protect the plaintiffs from the alleged abuse. This marks the second time the suits have been restored after being dismissed, and a Los Angeles judge will now reconsider the accusations against Jackson. The estate for Jackson has denied the claims made by Robson and Safechuck.

via Hollywood Reporter|
#court-ruling#entertainment#lawsuits
legal2 years ago

Appeals Court Breathes New Life into Michael Jackson Sexual Abuse Lawsuits

Two men who allege that Michael Jackson sexually abused them as children have been granted permission by a California appeals court to resume their lawsuits against companies owned by the late singer. Wade Robson and James Safechuck, featured in the documentary "Leaving Neverland," claim that Jackson groomed and sexually abused them for years. The cases were initially dismissed due to the statute of limitations, but were reopened in 2020 under a new state law. The appeals court disagreed with the previous ruling, stating that the corporations had a legal duty to protect the alleged victims from the abuse. Representatives for Jackson's estate expressed disappointment and maintained his innocence, while the plaintiffs' attorney argued that the court's decision corrected previous incorrect rulings.

via Rolling Stone|
#appeals-court#california#leaving-neverland
legal2 years ago

"Reviving Sexual Abuse Lawsuits: 'Leaving Neverland' Accusers Target Michael Jackson"

Two men who accused Michael Jackson of sexually abusing them as children in the documentary "Leaving Neverland" could have their sexual abuse lawsuits against Jackson's estate revived by a California appeals court. The lawsuits were initially dismissed in 2017 due to the state's statute of limitations, but were resurrected in 2020 after a new bill extended the limitations. However, they were dismissed again in 2021. The 2nd District Court of Appeals has now reversed the dismissal, returning the cases to court. Attorneys representing Jackson's estate will argue against the cases. Jackson's estate has repeatedly denied the allegations.

via Forbes|
#california-appeals-court#leaving-neverland#legal