Vince McMahon has issued a statement in response to allegations made by Janel Grant, asserting her claims are unfounded and pushing for arbitration.
Claiming he did not engage in any misconduct, Vince McMahon is facing a lawsuit filed in January by Janel Grant. This lawsuit also names WWE and John Laurinaitis, and alleges sexual assault and sex trafficking. Despite these claims, McMahon vacated his positions at WWE and TKO and has firmly dismissed the charges.
According to a recent legal document, McMahon is seeking to move the case to private arbitration, as per an NDA signed by Grant which reportedly includes an arbitration agreement. In this document, McMahon refutes Grant’s “scandalous” accusations, branding them as sensational fiction, and contradicts them with what he states are “Plaintiff’s own contemporaneous statements” provided as evidence in the court filing. (H/t to Wrestlenomics‘ Brandon Thurston)
McMahon contends their relationship was mutual and devoid of any form of coercion or mistreatment. Furthermore, he challenges Grant’s assertion that she was bereaved over her parents’ death during their association, indicating that she was actually residing with her fiancé at the time.
He reasons that the scenario described by Grant, involving alleged abuse prior to her residing with her fiancé, is implausible, especially as they were living in the same housing complex.
Reported by WrestleZ
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FAQs About the Vince McMahon and Janel Grant Lawsuit
Who is Vince McMahon?
Vince McMahon is a well-known figure in the professional wrestling industry, having been the chairman and CEO of World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE).
What are the allegations against Vince McMahon?
Janel Grant has filed a lawsuit against Vince McMahon, alleging sexual assault and sex trafficking. These allegations have been categorically denied by McMahon.
What action has Vince McMahon taken in response to the lawsuit?
McMahon has filed a motion to compel arbitration based on an NDA that includes an arbitration clause, which he claims Janel Grant signed.
Has Vince McMahon admitted to any of the allegations?
No, Vince McMahon has denied all the allegations and has claimed that he and Janel Grant had a consensual relationship without any mistreatment or coercion.
Conclusion
In a move signaling his intent to address the matter privately through arbitration, Vince McMahon has taken a definitive legal step by filing a motion to compel arbitration in the lawsuit brought forward by Janel Grant. McMahon’s claim that the allegations are fictional and contradict Grant’s own statements sets the stage for a contentious battle between the two parties. As this case unfolds, it will likely continue to garner significant attention due to the high-profile nature of the individuals involved and the serious nature of the allegations.