How can they be anonymous if they’ve filed lawsuits? Are they really anonymous, or is the media just refusing to report their names?
I can’t find any information on any of the women, or the specific lawsuit. I read an article yesterday, which I’m trying to find again, which stated all 12 were anonymous sources. I also read, the charges are all seeking monies.
I wouldn’t be surprised if he was guilty, but I also don’t trust anonymous women, masseuses, who want money.
Every state sets its own guidelines for allowing anonymous or pseudonymous civil suits. Simply put, some jurisdictions allow it and others don't, or they highly limit it. I would say most however, do allow it for any allegation of sexual impropriety. That can range from aggravated rape to workplace sexual harassment.
Also, some of these women have filed criminal complaints with local law enforcement. The names of those cases will of course be redacted. And, news outlets won't publish the name even if it's known, as was the case in the Kobe Bryant trial.
While I don't really have a problem if this is allowed during the pre-trial, investigative phase of the process. I do have problem with civil and ESECIALLY criminal cases moving forward with anonymous accusers (children excepted, of course) because that undermines the constitutional right of confronting your accuser, IMO.
Laws usually shield the names of sexual assault victims from the public. Obviously their names are known to the courts.
They did not file lawsuits.
The police spokesman said they have not received any complaints or police reports regarding any of the women.
It appears to be all civil complaints.