The statement issued by Janel Grant’s attorney, Ann Callis, sheds light on the continued legal struggles Vince McMahon faces despite his recent settlement with the SEC. While McMahon claims that his issues with the SEC are resolved and that the federal investigation is concluded, Callis emphasizes that the criminal investigation is ongoing and that the civil case Grant filed against McMahon remains active.
Callis calls attention to the gravity of McMahon’s alleged actions during his leadership at WWE, including accusations of human trafficking. The attorney argues that the NDA McMahon allegedly coerced Grant into signing violates the law, making it crucial for the civil case to proceed in court. This reinforces the idea that McMahon’s settlement with the SEC does not provide him with immunity from the broader criminal and civil litigation surrounding his actions.
Grant’s lawsuit, which includes serious allegations of sexual exploitation and coercion, highlights a pattern of manipulation where McMahon allegedly used promises of career advancement as leverage in exchange for sexual favors. The ongoing attempts by McMahon and WWE to dismiss or move the case into private arbitration have, thus far, not succeeded in preventing public scrutiny.
At the heart of the case is Grant’s demand for justice and accountability, not only for herself but also to expose the larger dynamics at play within WWE under McMahon’s leadership. Callis’s statement positions this as a matter of law and ethics, with the civil case serving as an important platform to present new evidence, despite McMahon’s efforts to avoid full public disclosure.
This case appears far from over, with significant legal and moral questions still to be answered. The legal battles surrounding McMahon may set important precedents regarding accountability for corporate leaders and the handling of sexual exploitation claims within powerful organizations.