RUSTY HARDIN

Houston attorney Dick DeGuerin said his team was naive in its belief that “principle would win out over politics.”

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton's impeachment trial on corruption charges is getting close to a verdict.

The House prosecutors failed to call a star witness and battled with the defense attorneys over allegations the suspended attorney general had been bribed by Nate Paul.

Houston lawyer Brandon Cammack said he was excited to help the attorney general’s office with a criminal investigation. But after a whirlwind month, he was fired without payment and felt he’d “gotten the rug pulled out from me.”

New details have emerged surrounding the firing of retired Major General Rick Noriega, who led Harris County’s Universal Services.

Two prominent Texas attorneys with a long list of famous clients will present the case for impeachment against Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton.

The Houston-based attorneys are legends in their own right, having participated in numerous high-profile criminal and civil matters.

A man who filed a lawsuit in Texas against three women he said helped his now-ex-wife obtain medication for an abortion is accused in a new court filing of using the lawsuit as an extension of the manipulative, controlling and emotionally abusive behavior he displayed toward her during their marriage.

Former Citgo employee Tomeu Vadell and his family filed a $100 million lawsuit on Tuesday in Harris County court against Citgo Petroleum Corporation, claiming he was used as a political pawn and abandoned by the company during his five-year incarceration and torture in Venezuela.

An attorney for the women who settled their lawsuits against Deshaun Watson says most of his clients have no interest in his return to Houston on Sunday.

Three of the four civil cases against Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson alleging sexual misconduct were settled late Sunday, Attorney Tony Buzbee said.

All of the women who have made, or intended to make, claims against the Houston Texans organization for its alleged role involving the reported sexually misconduct of former Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson have resolved their claims, Houston attorney Tony Buzbee announced Friday. The terms of the settlements, to include the amounts paid each, are confidential.

Despite recently settling civil lawsuits for 20 out of 24 women who filed against NFL quarterback Deshaun Watson, attorney Tony Buzbee is also filing against the Houston Texans for allegedly “enabling” Watson’s reported inappropriate behavior during massage therapy sessions.

A person familiar with the NFL's investigation tells The Associated Press that Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson's decision to settle 20 of 24 civil lawsuits filed against him for sexual misconduct may not dissuade the NFL from giving him a lengthy suspension.

Twenty out of 24 of the plaintiffs embroiled in a civil suit against former Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson have settled, according to attorney Tony Buzbee.

Legal woes continue for former Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson as attorney Tony Buzbee is in the process of filing two more lawsuits against the embattled NFL star, bringing the total number to 26, KPRC 2 has learned.

Deshaun Watson’s complex legal situation has the Cleveland Browns in limbo and unclear about the quarterback’s immediate future.

A 24th woman has filed a civil lawsuit alleging sexual misconduct by Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson, who is also awaiting possible discipline from the NFL.

A statement made by former Houston Texans player Deshaun Watson’s attorney, Rusty Hardin, in regard to an ongoing slew of civil lawsuits is raising some eyebrows.

Myles Garrett has made up his own mind about Deshaun Watson.

Another massage therapist has filed a civil lawsuit against Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson, raising the number of women who have accused him of sexual misconduct to 23.

Another massage therapist has filed a civil lawsuit against Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson, raising the number of women who have accused him of sexual misconduct to 23.

While Deshaun Watson’s NFL career has resumed with the Browns after grand juries declined to indict him on any criminal charges over sexual misconduct allegations, his legal problems aren't over.

A grand jury has declined to indict Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson following a police investigation sparked by lawsuits from 22 women who have accused him of harassment and sexual assault.

A grand jury on Friday declined to indict Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson following a police investigation sparked by lawsuits filed by 22 women who have accused him of harassment and sexual assault.

A judge has declined efforts by attorneys for Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson to delay all his depositions in connection with lawsuits filed by 22 women who have accused him of sexual assault and harassment.

Miami considered making a trade with Houston for Deshaun Watson but did not ask his accusers to sign nondisclosure agreements in the hopes of resolving the sexual assault and misconduct cases against the embattled quarterback, Dolphins general manager Chris Grier said Wednesday.

Less than 24-hours after being fired by Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg over his “conduct” and “judgment” in a Harding Street murder case, Colby Leslie is firing back.

An attorney for 22 women who have filed lawsuits accusing Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson of sexual assault and harassment says he and some of his clients have spoken to the FBI about the case.

Rusty Hardin, an attorney for Houston Texans Deshaun Watson, will hold a news conference Wednesday to address the case and recent news reports concerning the FBI and Watson.

A murder charge has been dismissed against a Houston police officer who was charged in the deadly botched raid on Harding Street, the Harris County Attorney’s Office announced Tuesday.

Lawyers fighting sexual assault allegations against Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson face a predicament: Defending their client means working to discredit the claims of 22 women who are more likely to be believed four years into the #MeToo movement.

The family of former Los Angeles Angels pitcher Tyler Skaggs filed lawsuits in Texas and California charging the team and two former employees with negligence in his drug-related death two years ago.

A spokesperson for the NFL says it has no set timeline for the investigation into whether Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson violated the League’s Personal Conduct Policy.

The attorney representing 22 women in civil lawsuits against Houston Texans star Deshaun Watson says he plans to depose the quarterback for 50 hours.

Ten women who accuse Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson of sexual misconduct during a massage physically or virtually attended a status hearing in the case on Thursday.

Attorneys for Houston Texan Deshaun Watson have filed a response in at least one of the 22 civil cases filed against the star quarterback.

A new woman has come forward Wednesday alleging sexual harassment from Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson.

One of the 23 women who have filed lawsuits accusing Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson of sexual assault and harassment has dropped her case, citing privacy and security concerns after some of the women were ordered to make their names public following court hearings last week.

One of the 22 women who had filed lawsuits against Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson has dropped her lawsuit against the football star.

KPRC 2 News has learned all 22 civil lawsuits filed against Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson have been consolidated and for pre-trial discovery will go in front of one judge.

The names of 13 of the 22 women who have filed lawsuits accusing Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson of sexual assault and harassment will be made public following court hearings.

Representatives for Deshaun Watson and the women accusing him of sexual misconduct will appear in court Friday to determine the outcome of the “special exception” filing.

A new legal filing is out Thursday from the attorney representing Deshaun Watson.

Nike has suspended its endorsement contract with Deshaun Watson amid allegations of sexual assault and harassment against the Houston Texans quarterback.

The first woman to accuse Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson of sexual assault and harassment in a lawsuit has spoken publicly, alleging she was terrorized by her encounter with the NFL player and he needs to be held accountable for his actions.

Tony Buzbee is holding a press conference Tuesday to discuss the nearly two dozen lawsuits that have been filed by women accusing Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson of assault and harassment.

Police say they are investigating Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson.

A police complaint has been filed Thursday against Houston Texans star Deshaun Watson, the Houston Police Department announced.

Two of Houston’s most prominent attorneys traded barbs in statements regarding the Deshaun Watson case.

AdDuring the massage, Deshaun was more comfortable using a towel than draping sheets over the table; this isn’t unusual at all. In these roles, she has performed extensive tissue work and body manipulation on professional athletes for the past decade. I don’t believe they are being truthful.”Kaleigh GalindoGalindo has been a licensed massage therapist since 2018. She is certified in lymphatic drainage massage, prenatal massage, oncology massage, decompression (cupping), Graston technique and cryotherapy. Before the appointment, he laid out what he wanted in very clear terms: he was only interested in a professional massage.

HOUSTON – Rusty Hardin, Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson’s attorney, has confirmed that the athlete been sued by four more women bringing the total number of lawsuits to 20. Attorney Tony Buzbee first posted about the four additional lawsuits Friday evening on Instagram. The incidents cited in the suits are said to have occurred between March 2020 and March 2021. Watson is a star quarterback for the Houston Texans. Note that none of the women are identified by name in the lawsuits.

A portion of the document provided to KPRC 2 by sources is highlighted in this graphic. HOUSTON – Sources shared with KPRC 2 a non-disclosure agreement that Deshaun Watson sent to one of his accusers on Thursday night. While nothing on the form is filled out, it has the name Deshaun Watson typed in at the top. Maybe you don’t want that extra signed copy circling.”The woman accuses Deshaun Watson of sexual misconduct. If that proves true, Wice said a non-disclosure agreement would not hold up.

HOUSTON – The name Jane Doe has become to be a hardship for the defense team for Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson. Watson is accused of contacting these women, many of who are licensed massage therapists, on Instagram, according to the lawsuits. “Over the course of the last ten days, Deshaun Watson must feel like a hitchhiker in a west Texas hailstorm. “…in the one case in which we have been able to identify a plaintiff, we have strong evidence showing the allegation is false,” said Watson’s defense attorney Rusty Hardin. “I think it’s a double-barreled shotgun that Deshaun Watson finds himself facing right now.

(AP Photo/David J. Phillip)Here are things to know for Wednesday, March 24:1. “We certainly don’t want to lose that momentum that we’ve had,” said state health department spokesman Chris Van Deusen. Police said officers responded accordingly but changed their posture once they realized Evans was asleep in her room when they entered. I don’t feel safe for any child that goes to that gym,” said a parent who didn’t want to be identified. In the declaration, Watson’s manager claims the woman wanted $30,000 in exchange for her “indefinite silence.”Read more.

HOUSTON – At least one of the women who has accused Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson of assault attempted to blackmail him earlier this year, according to the football player’s attorney. Thank you for your patience and understanding.”Declaration by Watson’s managerThe following is the declaration from Bryan Burney, Watson’s manager, as released by Hardin:1. In mid-January 2021, I spoke with an individual who I believe is the Plaintiff, identified as “Jane Doe,” in Jane Doe v. Deshaun Watson, Cause No. During my discussions with Ms. Doe, I questioned the factual basis for the “settlement” that she was requesting from Deshaun. I do not believe him capable of the conduct that “Jane Doe” has anonymously accused him of in this case.

HOUSTON – Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson did have sexual encounters with “some” of the women accusing him of sexual assault, sources close to Watson tell KPRC 2’s Vanessa Richardson. Those same sources insist the sexual encounters were “completely consensual.” They also said Watson had “non-sexual encounters” with some of the other accusers, where he was simply given a massage and there was no sexual contact. Watson posted a statement on Twitter after Houston attorney Tony Buzbee announced the first lawsuit. In that statement, Watson vehemently denied any wrongdoing. Buzbee is representing all of the accusers, while attorney Rusty Hardin will represent Watson.

FILE - In this Dec. 27, 2020, file photo, Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson throws a pass during an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals in Houston. Six more women on Monday, March, 22, 2021, filed lawsuits accusing Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson of sexual assault and harassment, bringing the total number of such lawsuits against the NFL player to 13. The women, in lawsuits filed in state court in Houston, accuse Watson of exposing himself, touching them with his penis or kissing them against their will while he got a massage. All of the women who have sued Watson are either licensed massage therapists or worked in a spa or similar business. Hardin said the attempt to blackmail Watson “calls into question the legitimacy of the other cases as well.

FILE - In this Dec. 27, 2020, file photo, Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson throws a pass during an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals in Houston. Watson has been sued by four more women who accuse him of sexual assault and harassments. (AP Photo/Matt Patterson, File)HOUSTON – Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson has been sued by four more women who accuse him of sexual assault and harassment. None of the seven women, who have sued separately but are all represented by Houston lawyer Tony Buzbee, are identified by name in the lawsuits. Hardin's statement said he is “extremely proud to represent Deshaun Watson and wholly stand behind him."

HOUSTON – A lawyer who is representing one of the officers charged in connection with the deadly Harding Street police raid claimed Tuesday that the charge is politically motivated. Gallegos was one of six Houston officers who were newly charged in the case Monday. He said the grand jury declined to hear from Gallegos before handing up the indictment. You can watch a replay of Griffith’s news conference below:Ogg respondsOgg said in a written statement that a grand jury made the determination to charge Gallegos. With two police officers now charged with murder, Houstonians are finally getting the truth about what really happened on Harding St.”

The new charges bring the total number of officers or former officers charged in connection with the investigation of the raid to 12. Oscar Pardo: Charged with engaging in organized criminal activity and first-degree tampering with a governmental record. Cedell Lovings: Charged with engaging in organized criminal activity and first-degree tampering with a governmental record. Nadeem Ashraf: Charged with engaging in organized criminal activity and first-degree tampering with a governmental record. New charges for officers already chargedSome of the charges announced Monday were new charges against officers who have already been charged in connection with an investigation of the Harding Street raid.