Deshaun Watson is the subject of 24 distinct lawsuits brought by women with him also giving Dionne Louis after a massage
Several of the women accusing Deshaun Watson of sexual harassment worked at Dionne Louis’ spa in the Houston area. Watson allegedly paid Dionne Louis $5,000 because he was “a good person,” according to her. Watson’s attorney, Rusty Hardin, explained why the Browns quarterback sent out the money in an interview.
Deshaun Watson Lawyer Rusty Hardin Reveals Why He Gave Spa Owner Dionne Louis $5K For Massage
Is it just me or is Deshaun Watson's attorney suddenly very talkative. https://t.co/E6M29yEXox
— Jeremy Chisenhall (@JSChisenhall) June 6, 2022
More than two dozen women have accused Deshaun Watson of harassing or assaulting them during massage appointments that Watson and his lawyer claim were benign.
According to the lawsuit filed by Nia Smith, the 23rd woman to file a civil claim against Watson, the Browns quarterback promised each of his accusers $100,000 in exchange for an “aggressive” non-disclosure agreement. Clearly, they are hoping for a far larger sum of money.
Especially after he signed his multi-million dollar contract with the Browns.
The more information that comes out, the more guilty Watson appears to be. But, of course, he is innocent until proven guilty, just not in the eyes of the public.
Two Texas grand juries failed to prosecute him for a crime this year. And as the NFL considers whether to sanction him, he has found new employment, signing a five-year, $230 million fully guaranteed contract to play quarterback for the Cleveland Browns next season.
Watson and his representatives argue that it is past time for everyone to move on.
However, a review of data by the New York Times, which included depositions and evidence for civil litigation as well as interviews with several of the women, revealed that Watson participated in the more dubious activity.
However, Specific queries about Watson’s utilization of team resources were not answered by the Texans. They stated in a statement that they first learned about the claims against him in March 2021. They may have collaborated with investigations since then, and they “will continue to do so.”