NEW YORK (OnPoint Info) – In the aftermath of Harvey Weinstein's latest criminal trial, a bitter legal dispute has emerged between two sisters. Kaja and Ewa Sokola both testified against the disgraced Hollywood mogul; however, Ewa's subsequent defamation lawsuit against Kaja brings a complicated family dynamic into full view.
Ewa Sokola, a respected cardiologist in Poland, has accused her sister Kaja of spreading false statements that have damaged her professional reputation. Filed in Manhattan federal court, the lawsuit asserts that Kaja's remarks serve to shame and defame Ewa, impacting her medical practice significantly.
Kaja had previously testified at Weinstein's trial regarding her own allegations of sexual assault. However, her testimony, which included claims that Ewa's comments reinforced the defense's case, ultimately led to a rift between the sisters. In her lawsuit, Ewa claims that Kaja's actions have resulted in public contempt and professional ramifications.
The Morales sisters argue over what constitutes a betrayal, with Kaja alleging that Ewa's assertions during the trial overshadowed her own accusations against Weinstein. According to Ewa, Kaja's testimony not only failed to support her claims but actively assisted the defense.
Amid multiple allegations against Weinstein, including sexual misconduct from both sisters, Kaja claims her sister's actions have cost her referrals and damaged her standing in the medical community. Ewa is seeking unspecified damages as a form of recourse for the personal and professional harm she alleges occurred as a result of Kaja's public statements.
This legal battle highlights not just the complexities of familial relationships during a high-profile legal case but also the ongoing implications of the #MeToo movement and the struggles faced by survivors when their narratives come into conflict. As Weinstein's fate hangs in the balance, the fallout for those involved continues to unfold.
