August 19, 2022 at 3:22 pm He assaulted me at my home doing what I love most, massage therapy," she said in a statement with attorney Tony Buzbee by her side. Something YOU and some cheating owners DO NOT have. He says hes a Christian? Baxley's letter followed on from a tearful statement delivered by fellow massage therapist Ashley Solis, who recalled the "terrible things" Watson is capable of after he allegedly "assaulted her" . Rusty Hardin, Watson's attorney, issued a response on Tuesday, saying Buzbee sought $100,000 on behalf of Solis in order to settle the matter. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. ", Watsons lawyer Rusty Hardin claimed in a statement after Solis' press conference on Tuesday that her attorney, Tony Buzbee, "sought $100,000 in hush money on behalf of Ms. Solis to quietly settle the allegations a month before he filed the first lawsuit.". Attorney Buzbee said Solis and another accuser have spoken to the police but did not confirm what agency. From watching him this whole time it is my opinion He honestly does not think he did anything wrong. IE he dos not get that his behavior is wrong. What a total embarassment for the NFL. But if shes waiting for a sincere apology or remorse Im not sure shes going to get it. Now that the profession that I love so much has been forever tainted, I am deeply saddened but not surprised to see so many victim-blaming in the press and by online commenters. Not a member? "At such time, you moved in such a way that your penis touched my hand," she wrote. But since people will continue to watch games in record numbers and the NFLs money isnt affected they dont care. Definitely not a slam dunk that well see Watson week thirteen. Two women, Ashley Solis and Lauren Baxley, have come forward to identify themselves as plaintiffs in two of the. Baxley said she attempted to cover his genitals with a different towel, which she claims he later removed after becoming aroused as she was massaging his upper quad area. "I continued to the best of my ability to give you therapeutic treatment, but clearly that wasnt what you were seeking.". While Solis didn't didn't specifically link herself to any of the 22 lawsuits previously filed against Watson, Solis claims Watson made lewd advances toward her at her home office on March 30 of last year. Watson is required to submit to an evaluation and treatment, before he is reinstated. That seems to match the details of a lawsuit filed last month that details a massage at the plaintiff's home, where the victim broke down in tears, alleging that Watson exposed himself and touched her hand "with the tip of his erect penis. Solis says Watson instead grabbed his penis and put it onto her hand, Sports Illustrated explained. Lauren Baxley calls Texans star 'a predator with power' in letter Watson has been accused in lawsuits filed by 22 different women Ashley Solis, the first woman to file sexual assault claims. What was slightly unusual, Baxley however claimed, was Watson repeatedly expressing his "privacy concerns". Also dont think for a second there arent people planning to protest every single game he plays in down the road. Hope she makes lots of trouble for Watson and the NFL. Yes. Now, Baxley is speaking out about the . Innocent people dont make settlement deals. This isnt that hard to understand if he says hes sorry to her, then he admits guilt and will lose the civil lawsuit. It also remains possible that the league will decide that he has failed to comply with this aspect of the agreement, resulting in an extension of his suspension. Lauren Baxley is the second accuser to go public with her name. Solis added that once she expressed her outrage and asked him to leave, Watson tried to argue that he didnt want his reputation hurt and hoped her reputation would not be hurt if she told anyone. Smith runs second-fastest 40 by DL since 03, Saleh compares Carr to Stafford pre-Rams trade, Allen to be ready to roll for offseason program, How to maximize leverage of No. "I got into massage therapy to heal people," Solis said. From there, the massage therapist claims Watson specified that he needed additional focus on his "glute area", which is typical of athletes in high-impact sports. (Carmen Mandato/Getty Images) Trash. Getting in is easy. I cant believe this actually has to be explained. She might but Im not sure. Even one more victim is outrageous". This guy will eventually end up behind bars. She had filed a lawsuit under an alias due to the fear of a public backlash but now says she feels empowered to go public and tell her story herself. 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ALL RIGHTS RESERVED | TERMS OF USE | PRIVACY | YOUR AD CHOICES | SITEMAP, Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson has been accused of sexual misconduct by 22 different women in separate lawsuits, in the past month, Attorney Cornelia Brandfield-Harvey, left, reads a statement by accuser Lauren Baxley during a press conference in Texas on Tuesday, While Baxley didn't appear at the conference in person, another accuser, Ashley Solis (right), did - tearfully recounting similar allegations of inappropriate touching in March 2020, Watson has denied that he has ever treated women with anything but the 'utmost respect' and has rebuffed the claims, A statement published to social media by Watson last month is seen above, Solis said Watson made lewd advances toward her at her home office on March 30 of last year, Baxley blasted Watson for crossing what she called 'every boundary from therapeutic and profession to sexual and degrading', Watsons lawyer Rusty Hardin said in a statement after Solis' press conference on Tuesday that her attorney, Tony Buzbee, 'sought $100,000 in hush money' for Solis, All of Watson's accusers apart from Solis and Baxley continue to use an alias, Ashley Solis, who recalled the "terrible things". The judges language was baffling and disgusting. View our online Press Pack. Lauren Bexley is the second accuser to reveal her identity after Ashley Solis. ", After Watson allegedly "forced Plaintiff's hand onto his penis" during the massage, he allegedly told her, "I will not have you sign a NDA but don't ever talk about this.". Deshaun is an idiot. Baxley blasted Watson for allegedly crossing what she called "every boundary from therapeutic and profession to sexual and degrading". Then the video was released showing the guy patting him on the back. Your full rear was exposed, as was your scrotum," Baxley alleged. A SECOND woman to go public with claims of sexual misconduct against Deshaun Watson said she "tried not be be sick" after the Texans quarterback told her grab his genitals during a massage last year. Theres an old saying that goes Nothings illegal unless you get caught. In Baxley's case, she said her encounter with Watson happened last June. If he floats, he is guilty. Speaker 4: Tony, how many of your clients will be making [inaudible 00:41:07]? Even if Watson is never charged with a crime, the NFL could suspend himfor violations of its personal conduct policy, depending on the findings of its own investigation. If we find matches from the people you follow on Twitter, we'll connect you to them right away. Her decision to impose a six-game suspension arose from the distinction between non-violent and violent sexual assault. You may already know people on Myspace. You can throw in numbers, dots and dashes, too. 23 of 24 of Deshaun Watson's accusers have reached a financial settlement with the Browns quarterback. nhpats2011 says: After Solis came forward, Hardin's firm fired back by releasinga statement that said her attorney, Tony Buzbee, had "sought $100,000 in hush money on behalf of Ms. Solis to quietly settle the allegations the month before he filed the first lawsuit. Our ruling will be based on their findings. Unless you are Watson and the judge redefines the rules to say its not illegal even if you get caught. Watsons claims of innocence of any wrongdoing, after his suspension was announced, was a mocking response to her and all the other women who came forward. She is really scarce on details. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. Ashley Solis, a licensed massage therapist, was the first Watson accuser to reveal her identity among the 22 who have filed lawsuits against the Texans QBsince March 16. Baxley claims Watson then turned over onto his back, once again exposing himself but "this time your penis". Thats why they agreed to 11 games rather than the collectively bargained full season they could have required. Ashley Solis and Lauren Baxley Go Public With Their Allegations That Deshaun Watson Sexually Assaulting Them During Massages; Video of Solis Reading Statement a Press Conference and The Letter Baxley Wrote to Watson About Her Trauma (Video) https://t.co/mduCENXzBj pic.twitter.com/YeAUPCnuPb. Watsons punishment should be a year minimum with conditions for meeting therapy requirements until this lady feels he is sincere. Theres been no justice and now another wealthy abuser is being rewarded. Like Solis, Baxley said in a letter read by her attorney that Watson reached out to her through Instagram to obtain her services. When the time came to begin the session, Solis said Watson was naked on the massage table, with a small towel he had brought covering his groin. While Solis publicly alleged that the quarterback assaulted her while she was providing him massage therapy at her home on March 30, 2020, another woman, identified as Lauren Baxley, wrote a . 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Deshaun has settled almost all the women who sued him for sexual assault except Baxley and she's got reasons why she won't settle. "We made a legit demand. kevpft says: Yes. "I quickly covered you with a hand towel as you tried to insist that you were both uncomfortable by the towel and you didnt mind being exposed. All but one of the women who sued Watson have settled with him, too. She had just finished working on his leg and was moving toward his hip when he asked her to work on his abdominal muscles. Brandfield-Harvey read a letter from Baxley that Baxley had addressed to Watson. pic.twitter.com/UQZPfDxXxz. For other inquiries, Contact Us. ", Solis said Watson "assaulted me in my home. He may be a sociopath. That woman isnt here. It remains to be seen how either activity will have any real benefit, if he continues to insist that he is innocent. Heand his attorney, Rusty Hardin, have broadly denied the allegations. Watson and Solis agreed to set up a massage for March 30, 2020. Lauren Bexley is the second accuser to reveal her identity after Ashley Solis. Baxley alleges that Watson got in touch with her through social media. Its a matter of time before Watson refuses the beach towel & reverts back to his preferred and provided loin cloth. 22 who have filed lawsuits against the Texans QBsince March 16, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. I promise if you added a prison sentence to this hed stand a chance of being a new man post release. While Baxley didn't appear at the conference in person, another accuser, Ashley Solis, did - tearfully recounting similar allegations of inappropriate touching during an earlier encounter in March 2020. You may already know people on Myspace. The 33-year-old body care expert came forward after Solis named herself publicly as one of Watson's victims. Makes him look like a sociopath. Baxley, along with Ashley Solis, are two women who have chosen to come forward with their identities and tell their stories. Baxley's alleged contact with Watson was revealed in a letter read aloud by her attorney. Perez: Solis said the idea that money was her primary motivation behind filing the suit is "false.". He needs to actually take a page out of Michael Vicks book on how to man up and own what you did (both acts were beyond horrendous). She also said that he touched his penis to her hand multiple times repeatedly to get her to handle it. I dont think theres no doubt shes going to win in court. The Houston Police Department said Friday it was investigating a criminal complaint it received concerning Watson, though the nature of the complaint was not announced. This is how youll be known on Myspace. In a recent statement, the NFL called the claims against Watson "deeply disturbing". To finish, unfortunately, this isnt the first or likely last time the NFL (and other businesses), put profit ahead of peoples welfare. Let your Facebook friends know youre on Myspace with an update. Hes gotten away with this, but a leopard cant change his spots. Just the kind of guy you want leading your franchise. Watson faces lawsuits from 22 women Credit: AP. PoliticsSportsAshley SolisDeshaun WatsonHouston TexansNFLsexual misconduct. Solis went on to explain how she continues to be impacted by her encounter with Watson, per Front Office Sports' A.J. Problem here is Watson isnt facing anything other than losing money he can afford to lose and then move on. The women seek compensatory damages and are described as licensed massage therapists, estheticians and other fitness and wellness professionals. Just start typing to find music. Deshaun Watson is my assaulter and my harasser. I find it odd that if she allegedly what she said was true, that a grand jury would not have indicted him. Lauren Baxley, the one woman (out of 24) who refused to settle with Watson, calls out the NFL and its fans for their complicity in the Cleveland Browns QB's return. Vasteelerfan says: "Any allegation that Deshaun forced a woman to commit a sexual act is completely false," Hardin said. The women, Ashley Solis and Lauren Baxley, said the superstar QB touched them inappropriately during massage sessions, traumatizing them. He claimed that some of the women were asked to sign an NDA before or after meeting the NFL star. We also wont be having an extended dialogue about why you think your client did nothing wrong or how you want this to be a `learning'experience for your `high profile athlete,'as you refer to him. Rudy Guiliani claimed he was physically assaulted in that grocery store. The only one to not do so has stepped forward to explain her reasons. The nfl should have required Watson only use male massage therapists for duration of career. ", Hardin's firm also showedan e-mail exchange in February between a representative for Watson, Scott Gaffield, and two attorneys for Solis: Buzbee and Cornelia Brandfield-Harvey, an attorney with Buzbee's firm. Advertisement I was forced into quitting for the sake of my health and life; I have not felt safe providing therapy since before June of 2020. The NFL is looking more like the WWE every year. Lauren Baxley gave permission for a letter she wrote to Deshaun Watson to be read publicly at the press conference by one of the attorneys. Yeah that doesnt sound rigged. To this point he has given no any indication that he is capable of doing that. "I've always been able to. "You detailed a few items of concern you made sure to use the words 'professional' and 'non-sexual', though I wondered a bit when you mentioned that it was 'difficult' to find a therapist who was 'comfortable' working with you. He also constantly directed her to his lower stomach and groin areas, she said. I said you could shower beforehand," the letter read. 2,059 Followers, 2,508 Following, 290 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Lauren Baxley (@laurenebaxley) This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. She added that she was also heartbroken for his family and legions of fans after learning that his "good guy persona is nothing more than a meticulously designed facade to keep your victims silent and second guessing themselves.". There were layers and layers to what was happening in my mind, but physically, I felt like I was chained to that table.. August 19, 2022 at 6:10 pm Other days I feel like a failure.. She is one of six women to file the doomed criminal complaints against Watson, who still faces lawsuits from his 22 accusers, most of whom work as masseuses Baxley, who has been identified by. Let he who is without sin cast the first stone Solis said that the final straw was when Watson actually placed his erect penis in her hand. We are continuing to closely monitor all developments in the matter. This woman, whoever, she is has major credibility issues. In an open letter to the Daily Beast, Baxley explained why she's the lone holdout in the Deshaun Waton case. If anyone has ANY respect for women they should cease to watch all browns games. All of Watson's accusers apart from Solis and Baxley continue to use an alias. Horrible behavior and yet a multi millionaire. Your full rear was exposed, as was your scrotum," Baxley alleged. Lauren Baxley is the second woman to come forward as one of the 22 women accusing Deshaun Watson of sexual misconduct. None of us know exactly what went on. 1 draft pick, Lauren Baxley explains her refusal to settle with Deshaun Watson: He shows no remorse, Report: Derek Carr wants $35 million per year, Mike McCarthy: Kellen Moore wants to light the scoreboard up, I want to run the damn ball, The Raiders are the betting favorites to land Aaron Rodgers, ESPN reiterates report that Lamar Jackson wants a fully-guaranteed deal, Arrest warrant issued for Jalen Carter for reckless driving, racing, Aaron Rodgers says hell make a decision soon enough, Competition Committee begins to explore the quarterback push play, Players say Chiefs discourage them from reporting injuries, have NFLs worst training staff, Report: Jalen Carter was present at teammates fatal crash, misled police about it. All of Watson's accusers apart from Solis and Baxley continue to use an alias. Watson is facing 22 lawsuits, per ESPN's Sarah Barshop, with Buzbee telling reporters Tuesday his firm declined to pursue five more cases. I felt disgusting. No idea. I am a survivor of assault and harassment, Solis said from the office of her attorney in Houston. During the remainder of the session, Baxley said she felt "powerless and trapped", thinking of Watson's millions of fans, followers and his resources and income, and how "with a snap of [his] fingers, I knew my career might be lost.". The NFL had the opportunity to do the right thing here, and any future victim of his will be including the league in their lawsuits that will surely follow any accusations of sexual misconduct. "I didnt want to touch you but terror kept me on auto-pilot," she wrote. She describes other sordid . I knew he could destroy my reputation as a professional massage therapist if he somehow turned it around that I had initiated some sort of sexual contact, she explained. Lauren Baxley, a 33-year-old licensed massage therapist who is also among the 22 plaintiffs suing Watson, spoke to SI in a separate interview, her first since filing suit. Watson is eager to bury this case and focus on his football career, but Lauren Baxley has explained her principles in not accepting a payout from the NFL star. Baxley alleges that Watson also accosted her in June of 2020. I have rejected all settlement offers, in part because they have not included any sincere acknowledgment of remorse and wrongdoings, nor have they included any promises of rehabilitative treatment, Lauren Baxley said in an essay for TheDailyBeast.com. "I am a survivor of assault and harassment, Deshaun Watson is my assaulter and my harasser. Watson shows no remorse or regret AND he was rewarded with an unprecedented contract. In her lawsuit against Watson, Solis alleges that when she began massaging the 25-year-old player, he started telling her specific places on his body to do her work and to always use her hands instead of her fists or elbows. "At such time, you moved in such a way that your penis touched my hand," she wrote. In the letter, Baxley. M y name is Lauren Baxley. Please let us know if you're having issues with commenting. Either way someone should be in prison! ", The suit alleges that as the victim was crying, Watson told her: "I know you have a career and a reputation and I know you would hate for someone to mess with yours just like I don't want anyone messing with mine.". Thats the way the system works. fan70 says: "When I covered your groin area the towel I provided, you said it was itchy and rough.". Baxley told Sports Illustrated she was also asked what she was wearing during her alleged incident . "We believed then - and fully believe now - that Deshaun learned a lesson about putting himself in this type of situation by interacting with people he does not know. Browns and Haslam should have never signed him. He said she said doesnt hold up in court nor should it. Judge Robinson's ruling truly bothered Baxley: "I have rejected all settlement offers, in part because they have not included any sincere acknowledgment of remorse and wrongdoings, nor have they included any promises of rehabilitative treatment. On Friday -- one day after the NFL and NFL Players Association (NFLPA) reached a settlement on an 11-game suspension and $5 million fine for Watson -- Lauren Baxley wrote a column for The Daily . The essay written by Lauren Baxley a licensed massage therapist in Houston was published by The Daily Beast. I will never cease my attempts to educate on this point.. Also Read: Who Is Deshaun Watson's Girlfriend, Jilly Anais? He actually shows true remorse for his actions. That would explain the lack of remorse or acknowledgement of any wrongdoing, in addition to persistent denial. Deshaun Watson Sexual-Assault Accuser: 'I Have Lost Faith in Humanity' Lauren Baxley, the one woman (out of 24) who refused to settle with Watson, calls out the NFL and its fans for their . Baxley said Watson signed a consent form before the session, and she directed him to the massage table and left the room. NFL selects Atlanta for potential Bills-Chiefs AFC Championship (96) Lauren Baxley explains her refusal to settle with Deshaun Watson: He shows no remorse Posted by Mike Florio on August 19, 2022, 1:57 PM EDT Getty Images On March 11, I sat in a secure room with five other women who claimed that my abuser, Deshaun Watson, had also assaulted them.Some of these women had civil cases against . Ex: myspace.com/. I wanted to go shower and scrub myself until I bled. We expect that this matter will be resolved in court., After news of the first lawsuit was made public, Watson wrote on Twitter that Buzbee made a baseless six-figure settlement demand before filing suit. Vick admitted he was wrong, fully accepted his punishment that included an actual prison sentence (not just a slap on the wrist 10+ game suspension). Watson accuser: Lack of charges 'opened a floodgate of abuse, slander, and libel'. Let your followers know you're on Myspace with a Tweet. Most people use their real name. But Mr. Buzbee informed us that he was unwilling to do so. Watson's lawyer, Rusty Hardin, issued a statement March 23 denying the accusations. Your login session has expired. August 19, 2022 at 6:33 pm I have rejected all settlement offers, in part because they have not included any sincere acknowledgment of remorse and wrongdoings, nor have they included any promises of rehabilitative treatment. The traveling massage therapist alleges that when she arrived at the address Watson gave her, he led her to a room and "locked the doors behind him. We've emailed you instructions on how to reset your password. "We did not think that the facts showed that Deshaun did anything wrong with their client," Gaffield said in a statement. An 11 game suspension? I am just one of dozens of women whose lives have been eternally harmed by his sexual violence. Attorney Buzbee said Solis and another accuser have spoken to the police but did not confirm what agency. The former Houston-area massage therapist has explained why she hasn't agreed to a financial settlement with the Cleveland Browns quarterback: "There is no remorse". ", Solis had said in her statement earlier that "people say that Im doing this just for money. Press ESC to exit. Deshaun Watson assaulted and harassed me on March 30th, 2020, in my own home doing what I felt was massage therapy. Here is the video of Ashley Solis's Case! The letter detailed her experience with Watson from June 2, 2020 . , People with $230,000,000 dont go to jail. I think since at least two, perhaps three have done so already, there's others that are considering it. Baxley will not be attending the game Sunday. He looked disgusting. Both women claim that the leagues investigators were obnoxious and interviewed them seemingly with the base assumption that the women are lying about Watson. Most of the alleged incidents took place in Houston, according to the lawsuits. Hes learned nothing from this, and any mandatory counseling will be pointless if he feels hes innocent. These women have no morals lmao. 9 Lauren Baxley gave permission for a letter she wrote to Deshaun Watson to be read publicly at the press conference by one of the attorneys. Anybody did to my daughter or wife what Watson did to those ladies.no amount of money, no length of suspension would satisfy my blood lust. August 19, 2022 at 3:14 pm Frankly,anyone can say anything they want. Not that Haslam or Goodell care about that. He claimed that there is evidence of email exhanges to confirm this request made to Scott Gaffield, the General Counsel at the Atheles First agency representing Watson. NFL only interested in revenue. I am on the record saying Kraft deserves the same discipline as Watson. ", The suit alleges that as the victim was crying, Watson told her: "I know you have a career and a reputation and I know you would hate for someone to mess with yours just like I don't want anyone messing with mine.". I was afraid. Fox 26 Houston She had filed the lawsuit under an alias due to the fear of a public backlash -- but says she feels empowered to go public and tell her story herself. Cornelia Brandfield-Harvey, an attorney for Baxley, read a letter her client directed at Watson: A letter from another woman who has filed suit against Deshaun Watson is being read. This is Houston, Texas. ", Pondering what Watson's remarks meant, Baxley said: "If all you wanted was professional work then maybe other therapists were star-struck by your local celebrity. Good job, Lauren Baxley. In a press conference, licensed massage therapist Ashley Solis identified herself as the first woman to file litigation, while another woman, Lauren Baxley, allowed an attorney to read a letter . Now THAT is integrity, Goodell. Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/TheSunUS and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSunUS, News Group Newspapers Limited in England No. 2,883 Followers, 572 Following, 63 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from lauren baxley (@lauren.baxley) I said you could shower beforehand," the letter read. Until all the information is released from the civil case, then we will know exactly what happened. The judges language was baffling and disgusting. And how convenient for the NFL that he comes back against the Texans. The NFL issued a statement on Tuesday, calling the allegations against Watson "deeply disturbing": Statement from the NFL concerning @deshaunwatson: pic.twitter.com/KcQk14yCro. On Friday, the Houston Police Department said a report was filed against Watson and that it was investigating. YOU can do what you are doing,keep his behavior in the news.