Federal Judge Allows Jay-Z's Rape Accuser to Keep Anonymity in Early Case Stage
A woman who alleges Jay-Z sexually assaulted her when she was 13 years old can temporarily maintain her anonymity, according to a recent ruling by Federal Judge Analisa Torres.
The judge cited several key factors in her decision, including:
- The plaintiff's ongoing mental health challenges, including depression, PTSD, and seizure disorder
- Alleged threats against other victims who filed similar lawsuits
- The plaintiff's previous anonymous NBC interview about the incident
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The ruling references the Doe v. Delta Airlines case precedent, which required plaintiff identification only as trial approached. Judge Torres emphasized this anonymity ruling is temporary and will be revisited as the case progresses, particularly during discovery.
The judge also addressed allegations against Tony Buzbee, the plaintiff's attorney, criticizing "inflammatory language and ad hominem attacks" in recent court filings as inappropriate and wasteful of judicial resources.
Key upcoming dates:
- January 10, 2025: Deadline for plaintiff's response to Carter's evidence preservation motion
- January 17, 2025: Deadline for Jay-Z's legal team to reply
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