A group of women who say Harvey Weinstein sexually abused them have called a proposed settlement unfair, one-sided and a 'cruel hoax'.
Harvey Weinstein of sexual abuse have urged a US judge to reject a $27.1 million settlement deal.
But in a Manhattan federal court filing, the six women said they would receive just $16.1 million after deducting legal fees and costs, with typical awards of just $14,000 to $28,000, while shielding the defendants' insurers from big payouts.They also complained that the accord"absolved" Weinstein, his brother Bob Weinstein and the board of liability, while setting aside another $21.8 million to help cover their defence costs.
"The main winners ... are Harvey Weinstein, Robert Weinstein, and the ultra-wealthy former directors of The Weinstein Co."
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