Bill Cosby sued for sexual assault by former 'Cosby Show' actress Lili Bernard
Bill Cosby's legal troubles are apparently far from over. The 84-year-old has been sued for sexual assault by actress Lili Bernard, who claims she was drugged and raped by her mentor in 1990. Cosby, who was freed from prison earlier this year, maintains his innocence.
"I have waited a long time to be able to pursue my case in court and I look forward to being heard and to hold Cosby accountable for what he did to me. Although it occurred long ago, I still live with the fear, pain and shame every day of my life," Bernard, who is being represented by Merson Law, PLLC, says in a statement. She came forward as an alleged victim of Cosby's years ago.
The lawsuit was filed in New Jersey federal court on Thursday. It's pursuant to the state's two-year look back window that allows sexual abuse survivors to bring civil claims regardless of when an assault occurred.
Bernard met the once-beloved actor on set of The Cosby Show where he offered to be her mentor for her acting career. According to the lawsuit obtained by Yahoo Entertainment, Cosby "looked upon Ms. Bernard as if she were his daughter," emphasizing "that chastity was a virtue, warned her of the sexual pressures of Hollywood" and said she can call him "Daddy."
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viewed as a red flag. Yuck!
... the last time we saw Cosby was his release and "win" in the case. I know he lost time and reputation... but the impression was "look at me, I got away." That sends a message to victims, presently, who are thinking about justice. You think, what can I do? Nobody will believe me. They will get away with it... they have more power and money... they see Cosby and feel empowered and you think it's hopeless. Thank you, Lili Bernard.
