A Jury Has Awarded $1.2 Million To Robert De Niro’s Former Assistant
A jury has awarded $1.2 million to Robert De Niro’s former assistant in a gender discrimination lawsuit. The assistant, Graham Chase Robinson, alleged that De Niro and his production company subjected her to a hostile work environment and sexual harassment.
Closing Arguments
In closing arguments, Robinson’s attorneys argued that De Niro and his production company created a “boys’ club” atmosphere in which women were treated as second-class citizens. They also argued that De Niro and other executives made inappropriate comments and gestures to Robinson, and that she was retaliated against when she complained about the harassment.
De Niro’s attorneys denied the allegations, arguing that Robinson was a disgruntled employee who was trying to make a quick buck. They also argued that Robinson had fabricated the allegations in order to get revenge on De Niro after she was fired.
Jury Verdict
The jury deliberated for about four hours before delivering their verdict. They awarded Robinson $1.2 million in damages, including $600,000 in compensatory damages and $600,000 in punitive damages.
Conversation Starters
- Do you think the jury’s verdict was fair?
- What does this verdict say about the entertainment industry?
- What steps can businesses take to prevent gender discrimination and harassment?
- What do you think Robert De Niro and his production company will do next?
Robert De Niro’s former assistant has been awarded $1.2 million in a gender discrimination lawsuit.
Timeline of the Lawsuit
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| June 2020 | Graham Chase Robinson filed a gender discrimination lawsuit against Robert De Niro and his production company. |
| November 2022 | The trial began. |
| December 2022 | The jury awarded Robinson $1.2 million in damages. |
- Graham Chase Robinson alleged that Robert De Niro and his production company subjected her to a hostile work environment and sexual harassment.
- A jury awarded Robinson $1.2 million in damages, including $600,000 in compensatory damages and $600,000 in punitive damages.
- The verdict is a significant victory for Robinson and could have a ripple effect on other gender discrimination cases in the entertainment industry.
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