Robert De Niro attends closing arguments in civil trial over claims by ex-VP, personal assistant

Published November 8, 2023 5:29 PM

By LARRY NEUMEISTER
Associated Press

NEW YORK (AP) — Robert De Niro looked on as a lawyer for a woman who worked for him for over a decade urged a jury in closing arguments to award damages because the actor discriminated and retaliated against her. Attorney Brent Hannafan argued on Graham Chase Robinson’s behalf Wednesday in Manhattan federal court after De Niro’s lawyer told jurors that Robinson was a disloyal worker who stole $85,000 worth of airline miles and owes De Niro damages. The arguments capped a trial in its second week. De Niro did not comment as he left the courthouse. Jurors were expected to begin deliberations on Thursday.

Article Topic Follows: AP-National

Jump to comments ↓

Associated Press

BE PART OF THE CONVERSATION

ABC 17 News is committed to providing a forum for civil and constructive conversation.

Please keep your comments respectful and relevant. You can review our Community Guidelines by clicking here

If you would like to share a story idea, please submit it here.