In a recent court ruling, Mötley Crüe drummer Tommy Lee has emerged victorious in a lawsuit filed against him by a woman known as “Jane Doe.” The lawsuit alleged that Lee sexually assaulted her during a helicopter ride in 2019.
The judge presiding over the case agreed with Lee’s argument that the lawsuit failed to provide sufficient evidence of a cover-up, a necessary element in such cases. However, the court has given the plaintiff 20 days to amend her complaint and try again.
The lawsuit, filed in May 2021, claimed that Lee had invited the woman to join him on a helicopter ride to view the sights of Los Angeles. During the flight, the woman alleged that Lee sexually assaulted her, causing her emotional distress and physical injuries.
Lee’s legal team argued that the lawsuit lacked evidence of a cover-up, which is necessary to prove that the defendant intentionally concealed or destroyed evidence related to the alleged assault. The judge agreed with this argument, stating that the plaintiff’s complaint did not provide enough details to support this claim.
The court’s decision is a significant win for Lee, who has maintained his innocence since the lawsuit was filed. In a statement, Lee’s attorney expressed satisfaction with the ruling, stating that it was a “victory for justice and the truth.”
The plaintiff’s legal team has not yet commented on the ruling, but they have been given 20 days to amend their complaint and provide more evidence to support their claims. It remains to be seen if they will be able to successfully do so.
This is not the first time Lee has faced allegations of sexual assault. In 1998, he pleaded no contest to charges of spousal abuse against his then-wife, actress Pamela Anderson. However, he has denied the recent allegations and has maintained his innocence throughout the legal proceedings.
As the case continues, it is clear that both parties are determined to fight for their version of the truth. The court’s decision to give the plaintiff another chance to amend her complaint shows that the judge is committed to ensuring a fair and just outcome for both sides.
