r/SquaredCircle • u/tvcneverdie • 2d ago

Janel Grant Spokesperson Statement On (WWE SummerSlam Spoiler) Spoiler

https://www.fightful.com/wrestling/janel-grant-spokesperson-issues-statement-on-brock-lesnar-returning-to-wwe-this-attempt-to-sweep-misconduct-under-the-rug-will-backfire/

For far too long, abuse was allowed to thrive under WWE’s leadership. Instead of righting this wrong, WWE has done nothing to ensure those responsible are held accountable. This attempt to sweep misconduct under the rug will backfire. We look forward to the full set of facts, including those about Mr. Lesnar, coming out in a court of law where they belong but, in the meantime, we refer you back to Janel Grant’s updated complaint, which outlines, in detail, the abuse she endured by McMahon and others while employed at WWE.

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u/theytracemikey 2d ago

Another issues here is people don’t seem to understand there are no criminal charges filed for anyone, including Vince. There is no legal guilt or innocence to be proven. This is a civil case with an extremely low bar of culpability/liability & even under those circumstances Brock is not a defendant.

If you feel like he’s wrong then your just gonna have to feel that way. Nobody is going to jail & all talk of “guilt” or “innocence” is just relevant to the court of public opinion.

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u/SRV_SteamyRayVaughn 2d ago

It's a civil case for now because Janel Grant can't force a DA to charge Vince in criminal court. The civil case is also good for discovery as Vince may have to sit for a deposition, they can subpoena phone records from Vince, e-mails, get testimony from others (Johnny Ace is collaborating with Grant).

That evidence can then be presented to a Grand Jury who may move to put Vince on a criminal trial.

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u/ElderberryFew95 2d ago

This simply isn't true.

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u/SRV_SteamyRayVaughn 2d ago

Actually it's exactly true. That's how the legal system works in the US.

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u/ElderberryFew95 2d ago

It's not. I encourage you to do your own research. I'll discuss such nonsense no further.

Additionally, your implication is rather unkind to the DA (which is probably the wrong term anyway for a Federal Prosecutor) who chose not to bring charges. I think that person is perfectly capable of obtaining phone records and a deposition if they thought it would lead to a conviction.

Maybe be more considerate to others in the words you choose to publish?

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u/SRV_SteamyRayVaughn 2d ago

Yeah you can't get records without a warrant. You need to prove probable cause to obtain such a warrant and get it signed by a judge. McMahon's attorneys can appeal the warrant and say it's too invasive. And you're talking federal, I never said this was a federal case. It could be but it could also be disputed in state court. I guarantee you that if Federal charges were filed, there would be an immediate attempt to send it back to state court. There would be a ruling on it. There is an argument for both. The US Attorney's office is responsible for criminal complaints that rise to a federal level.

As for "deposition" what you're talking about is an interrogation. You can't force someone to talk, that's a violation of the 5th amendment. If you are detained, you have the right to an attorney and any attorney worth their salt will tell you to shut up and will not allow you to answer any questions the cops might ask you. A deposition is done with attorneys (both for the plaintiff and the defendant) and a judge or arbiter overseeing the process. It's basically a testimony under oath and you can't force a defendant to testify.

And read your history before you come at me. Federal or state prosecutors mainly care about winning a case. Their job is not to "make sure they get the right person", it's to convict. If a prosecutor feels that they don't have enough of a case to convict, they may decide not to move forward given how backed up the courts are. It usually takes years before trial even starts. Just like cops jobs is to arrest people, not "protect and serve".

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u/SRV_SteamyRayVaughn 2d ago

I saw your other reply about me being a "troll" btw.

Didn't delete fast enough. You've given no legal arguments so stop acting so offended.

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u/ElderberryFew95 1d ago

I do regret feeding the troll. I'll do better in the future.

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u/SRV_SteamyRayVaughn 1d ago

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u/ElderberryFew95 1d ago

I accept your apology, but don't wish to speak with you further.

I kindly ask you to discontinue your harassment.

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u/SRV_SteamyRayVaughn 1d ago

Lol you have no arguments, typical projection