A former employee of WWE, Janel Grant, has filed a lawsuit against WWE founder Vince McMahon, alleging instances of sexual exploitation, assault, and trafficking. The lawsuit, filed in a Connecticut federal court, claims that McMahon coerced Grant into a sexual relationship as a condition of her employment, leading to a series of traumatic incidents. The allegations detail McMahon's inappropriate greetings, explicit conversations, and pressure for physical contact. It is also asserted that McMahon distributed explicit photos of Grant to other WWE employees and wrestlers, creating a hostile work environment.

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The lawsuit goes on to describe a horrifying incident where McMahon and another WWE executive sexually assaulted Grant while colleagues were occupied at their desks. Following this, McMahon allegedly compelled Grant to sign a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) by claiming that his wife had discovered their relationship. Grant signed the NDA in exchange for payments that McMahon later ceased to provide. Grant's lawsuit also mentions that McMahon used his power and influence to threaten Grant's livelihood and reputation if she did not succumb to his sexual demands.

Despite receiving promises from McMahon regarding financial protection and payment, Grant was allegedly left unsupported after signing the NDA. The severity of these accusations has cast a dark shadow over McMahon's legacy and the WWE. Representatives for WWE and McMahon have not yet responded to requests for comment. This lawsuit comes amid McMahon's ongoing legal troubles and previous allegations of sexual misconduct within the wrestling-entertainment company.

Grant's lawsuit seeks unspecified monetary damages as well as a declaratory judgment that the NDA she signed is void and unenforceable, and does not bar any of her claims against WWE and McMahon. Grant, represented by attorney Ann Callis, hopes that her lawsuit will prevent other women from being victimized and holds the organization accountable for its leadership's conduct.