Lawyer For Janel Grant Comments On New Vince McMahon Lawsuit

Janel Grant’s legal team has commented on the latest lawsuit filed against Vince McMahon.

TRIGGER WARNING: The article discusses sex crimes against children.

On October 23rd it was announced that a new lawsuit had been filed against Vince McMahon, Linda McMahon, WWE, and TKO. The suit alleges that those named were complicit in the sexual exploitation of children by former ringside announcer and ring crew chief Melvin Phillips Jr.

It’s alleged that McMahon and others were “fully aware” of the abuses suffered by the “ring boys” who often did odd jobs for WWE in preparation for shows.

The filing comes after Janel Grant filed a lawsuit against McMahon, WWE, and John Laurinaitis, alleging sex trafficking and sexual abuse in January. Grant’s lawsuit is currently on hold after the United States government launched its own investigation into McMahon.

Ann Callis Issues Statement On Vince McMahon Lawsuit

In response to the new filing, Janel Grant’s lawyer Ann Callis issued the following statement calling for justice for all survivors of abuse via Brandon Thurston.

“The allegations in the ‘ring boys’ lawsuit against WWE are deeply troubling. Vince McMahon made sexual abuse and human trafficking a hallmark of WWE’s culture for decades. Survivors like Janel Grant and other former WWE employees deserve their day in court.

All former WWE employees who experienced sexual abuse and harassment should be allowed to tell the truth by having their non-disclosure agreements waived. Ms. Grant stands by all WWE survivors and believes that Mr. McMahon, WWE, and all involved parties must be held accountable.”

Representatives for Vince McMahon, WWE, and the TKO Group are yet to publicly respond to the lawsuit.

With regard to allegations made by Grant, McMahon continues to deny any wrongdoing.