Houston, Texas – Two flight attendants have filed a lawsuit against the Jaguars and former Jaguars kicker Brandon McManus. The complaint, obtained by PFT, alleges that the flight attendants were subjected to sexual misconduct during a flight. The plaintiffs, referred to as Jane Doe, are residents of Harris County, Texas, which explains their decision to hire Houston-based attorney Tony Buzbee.
The complaint accuses McManus and his teammates of disregarding safety protocols and personal space on the flight. It alleges that McManus recruited three flight attendants to drink and dance inappropriately, for which they were later fired. Specific incidents involving Jane Doe I and Jane Doe II are detailed in the complaint, including allegations of unwanted physical contact and sexual advances made by McManus.
The lawsuit includes three causes of action: assault and sexual assault by McManus, intentional infliction of emotional distress by McManus, and negligence by the Jaguars. The Jaguars are accused of failing to protect the plaintiffs from player misconduct through negligent hiring, training, and supervision of McManus. The plaintiffs seek compensatory and punitive damages in the case.
McManus’s lawyer has denied the allegations, calling them “absolutely fictitious and demonstrably false.” The defense plans to defend McManus’s reputation and integrity, labeling the claims as an extortion attempt. As the case progresses, McManus will have the opportunity to respond to the complaint, with the possibility of settling the matter outside of court through negotiations or proceeding to trial for a resolution.