The New York bank alleges Jes Staley aided in hiding Epstein’s yearslong sex abuse and trafficking in order to keep the financier as a client.
NEW YORK — JPMorgan Chase sued its former executive Jes Staley on Wednesday, alleging that he aided in hiding Jeffrey Epstein’s yearslong sex abuse and trafficking in order to keep the financier as a client.
The New York bank seeks to hold Staley personally liable for any financial penalties that JPMorgan may have to pay in two related cases.It is also seeking to force Staley to pay back wages he earned during the time he allegedly was aware of the abuse and “personally observed” Epstein’s behavior on multiple occasions.
“In light of Staley’s intentional and outrageous conduct in failing to disclose pertinent information and abandoning interests in favor of his own and Epstein’s personal interests, is entitled to punitive damages,” the bank said in its lawsuit.Facing lawsuits over its own relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, JPMorgan Chase on Wednesday sued its former executive Jes Staley, alleging he knew “without a doubt” that Epstein was abusing and trafficking girls.
Australia Latest News, Australia Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
1 dead, 9 hurt in stampede at GloRilla concert in New York - New York Amsterdam NewsUnfounded fears of gunfire at a rap concert in Rochester, New York, sent a crowd rushing toward the exits in a stampede that killed one person and left two others fighting for their lives, authorities said.
Read more »
New legislation introduced in New York City to help prevent lithium-ion battery firesLithium-ion battery explosions are now the third leading cause of fires in New York City after smoking and open flames, according to the FDNY.
Read more »
New York Giants Signing Daniel Jones To New, Huge ContractDaniel Jones is staying in New York with the Giants -- agreeing to re-sign with the team for a ton of cash.
Read more »
JPMorgan Sues Former Executive Jes Staley Over Jeffrey Epstein TiesThe bank sued the former executive to hold him personally liable for his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein and to protect the bank from claims it helped the disgraced financier.
Read more »