Summary
A California civil jury found that Bill Cosby drugged and sexually assaulted Donna Motsinger in 1972. The jury awarded her $19.25 million in damages. Cosby's lawyer plans to appeal the decision.
Key Facts
- A jury in California decided Bill Cosby is liable for drugging and sexually assaulting Donna Motsinger in 1972.
- Motsinger was awarded $17.5 million for past damages and $1.75 million for future damages.
- The jury deliberated for just over a day to reach the verdict.
- Cosby did not testify at the trial, and his lawyer plans to appeal the decision.
- Motsinger claimed Cosby drugged her with wine and pills, causing memory loss and trauma.
- This is part of a broader number of allegations against Cosby, similar to previous cases.
- Cosby was previously imprisoned for another case involving similar charges but had that conviction overturned.
- Over 60 women have made similar allegations against Cosby over the years.
