A woman who accused Bill Cosby of sexual assault over 50 years ago filed a lawsuit in New York under a law allowing claims from past sexual abuse victims.
Joan Tarshis alleges Cosby drugged and assaulted her in 1969 or 1970 and raped her a year or two later.
The lawsuit details Cosby’s alleged actions during encounters at the time, including inviting Tarshis to his studio under false pretenses.
Cosby’s spokesperson did not address the specific claims, and the lawsuit seeks unspecified damages for assault, battery, emotional distress, and false imprisonment.
Cosby, previously convicted and later released, faces over 60 accusations.
