Harvey Weinstein faces UK civil claim over alleged sexual assault
Damages claim is filed on behalf of woman who worked in the film industry and is expected to exceed £300,000
The first civil claim against Harvey Weinstein in England and Wales has been lodged by lawyers representing a woman who alleges she was sexually assaulted by the disgraced Hollywood producer.
The woman, who worked in the film industry and who wishes to remain anonymous, is represented by a prominent London lawyer, Jill Greenfield, who has previously won significant damages for a client in a civil rape claim.
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