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Judge: Depositions Can Begin Against Houston Texans Quarterback Facing Assault Suits

A judge has declined efforts by attorneys for Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson to delay all his depositions in connection with lawsuits filed by 22 women who have accused him of sexual assault and harassment. During a court hearing on …

Utah University Wants Lawsuit Over Frat Party Assault Dismissed

Utah State University and a fraternity are asking a judge to dismiss a lawsuit filed by a former student accusing the school and organization of failing to act on reports of sexual assault and heavy drinking at parties. The student, …

Dallas Cowboys, Jones Settle Sexual-Assault Claim

The Dallas Cowboys and owner Jerry Jones settled a sexual-assault claim by an Oklahoma woman who sued in September. An agreed judgment signed by state District Judge Dale Tillery was entered in a Dallas court granting Jones’s and the Dallas …