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Case 9:084-- o381-KAM Documen. Entere, on FLSD Docket 10/06,-8 Page 2 of 10 Case No. CV-80381-Marra-Johnson Page No. 2 Motion 1. Counts I and III of the Amended Complaint are required to be dismissed for failure to state a claim upon which relief can be granted. Rule 12(b)(6). Plaintiff has failed to allege sufficient factual allegations in the Counts and instead alleges labels and conclusions, and an attempted formulaic recitation of the elements in each Count. 2. In the alternative, Defendant seeks more definite statement of Count I and III. In Count I, the Plaintiff is required to more definitely allege in the context of the claim for assault underlying factual allegations pertaining to the creation in Plaintiff of "imminent fear of peril;"; what EPSTEIN said and did, if anything, to create fear and apprehension in Plaintiff. In Count III, Plaintiff is required to more definitely state the underlying factual allegations to support her claim as set forth in the statute, 18 . §2422(b) and §2455. Rule 12(e). See discussion of law below herein. 3. Also, Plaintiffs reference in Count III to 28 . §2255, pertaining to habeas corpus proceedings is required to be stricken as immaterial. Rule 12(f). Plaintiff is required to more definitely state what statutory provision she is relying on. Rule 12 (e). WHEREFORE, Defendant respectfully requests that this Court dismiss Counts I and III, strike the immaterial statutory reference, and require Plaintiff to more definitely plead the underlying elements of her claims. Supporting Memorandum of Law Standard on Rule 12(b)(6) Motion To Dismiss As established by the Supreme Court in Bell Atlantic Corp.'. Twomblv 127 S.Ct. 1955 (2007), a motion to dismiss should be granted if the plaintiff does not plead "enough facts to state a claim to relief that is plausible on its face." Id, at 1974. Although the complaint need not provide detailed factual allegations, the basis for relief EFTA00175875
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in the complaint must state "more than labels and conclusions, and a formulaic
recitation of the elements of a cause of action will not do." Id, at 1965. Further, Ifjactual
allegations must be enough to raise a right to relief above the speculative level ... on the
assumption that all the allegations in the complaint are true (even if doubtful in fact)." Id.
On a motion to dismiss, the well pleaded allegations of plaintiffs complaint are taken as
true and construed in the light most favorable to the plaintiff.
. DeKalb County
Sch. Dist. 446 F.3d 1153, 1156 (11th Cir.2006).
Significantly, the Supreme Court in Bell Atlantic Corp. I. Twombly abrogated the
often cited observation that "a complaint should not be dismissed for failure to state a
claim unless it appears beyond doubt that the plaintiff can prove not set of facts in
support of his claim that would entitle him to relief." Id, (abrogating and quoting Conley
I. Gibson, 355 U.S. 41, 45-46, 78 S.Ct. 99, 102, 2 L.Ed.2d 80 (1957)). The Supreme
Court rejected the notion that "a wholly conclusory statement of claim [can] survive a
motion to dismiss whenever the pleadings le[ave) open the possibility that a plaintiff
might later establish some 'set of [undisclosed] facts' to support recovery." Id. As
explained by the Supreme Court in Bell Atlantic Corp. supra at 1664-65:
While a complaint attacked by a Rule 12(b)(6) moti
to dismiss does not
need detailed factual allegations ibid.• Saniva
American Bd. of
Psychiatry and Neurology. Inc. 40 F.3d 247, 251
.7 1994), a plaintiffs
obligation to provide the "grounds" of his "entitle[ment] to relief' requires
more than labels and conclusions, and a formutic recitation of the elements
of a cause of action will not do, see Paoasan . Allain, 478 U.S. 265, 286,
106 S.Ct. 2932, 92 L.Ed.2d 209 (1986) (on a motion to dismiss, courts "are
not bound to accept as true a legal conclusion couched as a factual
allegation"). Factual allegations
st be enough to raise a right to relief
If
above the speculative level, see 5 . Wright & A. Miller, Federal Practice and
Procedure § 1216, pp. 235-236
d ed.2004) (hereinafter Wright & Miller)
("[T]he pleading must contain something more ... than ... a statement of facts
that merely creates a suspicion [of] a legally cognizable right of action"), on
the assumption that all the allegations In the complaint are true (even if
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doubtful in fact), see, e.g., Swierkiewicz 1. Soremall. A. 534 U.S. 506, 508,
n. 1, 122 S.Ct. 992, 152 L.Ed.2d 1 (2002); Neitzke I. Williams, 490 U.S. 319,
327, 109 S.Ct. 1827, 104 L.Ed.2d 338 (1989) (" Rule 12(b)(6) does not
countenance ... dismissals bsed on a judge's disbelief of a complaint's
I
factual allegations"); Scheuer I. Rhodes, 416 U.S. 232, 236, 94 S.Ct. 1683,
40 L.Ed.2d 90 (1974) (a well-pleaded complaint may proceed even if it
appears "that a recovery is very remote and unlikely").
Pursuant to Rule 12(e), a party may move for more definite statement of a
pleading to which a responsive pleading is allowed where the pleading "is so vague or
ambiguous that the party cannot reasonably frame a response." The motion is required
to point out the defects and the desired details. Id.
Count I — "Sexual Assault and Battery" is subject to dismissal as Plaintiff has
failed to state a claim upon which relief can be wanted.
It is well settled that this Court is to apply Florida substantive law In this action.
Erie R.Co. I. Tompkins, 58 S.Ct. 817 (1938). Pursuant to Florida law, although the term
"assault and battery" is most commonly referred to as if it were a legal unit, or a single
concept, "assault and battery are separate and distinct legal concepts, assault being the
beginning of an act which, if consummated, constitutes battery." 3A FIa.Jur.2d Assault
§1. An assault and battery are intentional acts. See generally, Spivey 1. Battaglia 258
So.2d 815 (Ha. 1972); and Travelers Indem. Co.'. PCR. Inc. 889 So.2d 779 (Fla.
2004).
An "assault" is an intentional, unlawful offer of corporal injury to another by force,
or exertion of force directed toward another under such circumstances as to create a
reasonable fear of imminent peril. See Lay 1. Kremer 411 So.2d 1347 (Fla. 1st DCA
1982). It must be premised upon an affirmative act - a threat to use force, or the actual
exertion of force. See 3A Fla.Jur.2d Assault §1("The essential element of the tort of
assault is the violence offered, and not actual physical contact.").
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Case 9:08-cv .381-KAM Documen. Entere, Jri FLSD Docket 10/06, 2 Page 5 of 10 Case No. CV-SOW-Marra-Johnson Page No. 5 As further explained in Florida Jurisprudence, 2d Assault §1 — An assault is defined as an intentional unlawful offer of corporal injury to another by force, or force unlawfully directed toward the person of another, under circumstances as to create a fear of imminent peril, coupled with the apparent present ability to effectuate the attempt. At common law, a tedious assault is an act that puts another in reasonable apprehension of immediate bodily harm. In ¶12 of her Amended Complaint, Plaintiff does plead the requisite "touching" element of "battery," so that aspect of the assault and battery claim is not being challenged. With the standard of pleading established in Twombly, supra, in the context of assault, Plaintiff has failed to state a claim upon which relief can be granted. Rule 12(b)(6). As to the elements of assault, there are no factual allegations as to what was said or done to Plaintiff such that it constituted an "intentional, unlawful offer of corporal injury to another by force, or exertion of force directed toward another under such circumstances as to create a reasonable fear of imminent peril." See ¶12-13 of Am. Comp. In ¶13 alleges that JANE DOE NO. 5 (and another unidentified girl) "were then able to get dressed, leave the room and go back downstairs. Esptein gave both girls money for this 'massage.'" Allegations as to circumstances creating a fear of imminent peril are lacking. Under applicable law, Plaintiff is required to give more than labels and conclusions, and a formulaic recitation of the elements of a cause of action. Twombly, supra. Plaintiff is required to allege the facts of what was done to her; what EPSTEIN said and did, if anything, to create fear and apprehension in Plaintiff. As noted in the introduction and as this Court is well aware, there is more than one action brought against this Defendant attempting to allege similar sounding claims. With all due respect, the details as to a particular claim asserted by a particular Plaintiff EFTA00175878
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Case 9:08-cv- .381-KAM Documeri. Enters in FLSD Docket 10/06. ,8 Page 6 of 10 Case No. CV-80381-Marra-Johnson Page No. 6 are important to give this Defendant fair notice of Plaintiffs claim so he may properly respond. Accordingly, under applicable law, Plaintiff has failed to state a claim for "sexual assault and battery" has Plaintiff has failed to plead requisite factual allegations concerning the assault. In the alternative to dismissing Count I, Defendant requests that Plaintiff be required to give more definite statement as to what was done to her; what EPSTEIN said and did, if anything, to create fear and apprehension in Plaintiff; in pleading the elements of assault. Rule 12(e). t III — "Coercion and Enticement to Sexual Activity in Violation of 18 . 42422" - is sublect to dismissal as Plaintiff has failed to state a claim upon which relief can be ail Rule 12(b)(6). Count III also contains an immaterial reference to 28 . 42255. which is required to be stricken and more definitely stated. Count III of Plaintiffs Complaint attempts to assert a claim for "Coercion and Enticement to Sexual Activity in Violation of 18M. §2422." In her prayer for relief in Count III, Plaintiff "demands judgment against Defendant Jeffrey Epstein for all damages available under 28M. §2255(a), ." Although the reference to "28 MI. §2255," pertaining to habeas corpus proceedings — federal custody and remedies on motion attacking sentence, is probably a typographical error by Plaintiff, and the reference to "28" was meant to be "18," Defendant requests that Plaintiff correct this error so that Defendant may have fair notice of the claim Plaintiff is attempting to assert. Whether or not the "28" is typographical error, Defendant is still entitled to dismissal of the count. The applicable version of these statutory provisions, (pre-2006 Amendments, as the Amended Complaint alleges a time period of "in or about 2002-2003," ¶8), provides: EFTA00175879
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Case 9:08-cv . -381-KAM Documen. Enters. Jn FLSD Docket 10/06, J8 Page 7 of 10 Case No. CV-80381-Marra-Johnson Page No. 7 CHAPTER 117--TRANSPORTATION FOR ILLEGAL SEXUAL ACTIVITY AND RELATED CRIMES § 2422. Coercion and enticement (a) Whoever knowingly persuades, Induces, entices, or coerces any individual to travel in interstate or foreign commerce, or in any Territory or Possession of the United States, to engage in prostitution, or in any sexual activity for which any person can be charged with a criminal offense, or attempts to do so, shall be fined under this title or imprisoned not more than 20 years, or both. (b) Whoever, using the mail or any facility or means of interstate or foreign commerce, or within the special maritime and territorial jurisdiction of the United States knowingly persuades, induces, entices, or coerces any individual who has not attained the age of 18 years, to engage in prostitution or any sexual activity for which any person can be charged with a criminal offense, or attempts to do so, shall be fined under this title and imprisoned not less than 5 years and not more than 30 years.' CHAPTER 110--SEXUAL EXPLOITATION AND OTHER ABUSE OF CHILDREN § 2255. Civil remedy for personal Injuries (a) Any minor who is a victim of a violation of section 2241t 2242 2243, 2251, 2251A, 2252, 2252A 2260, 2421 2422, or 2423 of this title and who suffers personal injury as a result of such violation may sue in any appropriate United States District Court and shall recover the actual damages such minor sustains and the cost of the suit, including a reasonable attorney's fee. Any minor as described in the preceding sentence shall be deemed to have sustained damages of no less than $50,000 in value. (b) Any action commenced under this section shall be barred unless the complaint is filed within six years after the right of action first accrues or in ' The above-quoted version of 18 §2422 is the post-2003 amendments which amended the statute as follows: 2003 Amendments. Subsec. (a). Pub.L. 108-21, 4 103(a)(21(A), struck out "10" and inserted "20". Subsec. (b). Pub.L. 108-21, § 103(a)(2)(B), struck out "15" and inserted "30". Pub.L. 108-21. § 103(b)(2)(A)(i), struck out ", imprisoned" and inserted "and imprisoned not less than 5 years and". Pub.L. 108-21, 4 103(b)(2)(A)(ii), struck out ", or both" at end of subsec. (b). Defendant is not waiving his right to claim that the pre-2003 amended version of the statute is applicable in this action. However, for purposes of this motion, the relevant statutory language is the same. EFTA00175880
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Case 9:08-cv-.. A81-KAM Documen. Entere, Jr' FLSD Docket 10/06 A Page 8 of 10 Case No. CV-80381-Marra-Johnson Page No. 8 the case of a person under a legal disability, not later than three years after the disability. Relevant to Plaintiffs complaint, 181.. 2255(a) creates a civil remedy for "a minor who is a victim of a violation of section ... 2422 ... of this title and who suffers personal injury as a result of such violation ... ." Plaintiff has failed to plead any factual allegations whatsoever pertaining to violations of 18M. 2422. Rather, Plaintiff has alleged conclusory allegations simply attempting to track parts of the statutory language in the statute without underlying factual allegations pertaining to the Plaintiff and any conduct by Defendant. See ¶29 of Am. Comp. Plaintiff's allegations, (or lack of factual allegations), are precisely what the standard set forth by the Supreme Court in Bell Atlantic Corp. prohibits — Plaintiffs complaint alleges only "labels and conclusions, and a (partial) formulaic recitation of the elements." First, the Amended Complaint fails to designate whether Plaintiff is relying on §2422(a) or §2422(b). Second, although the complaint does contain a partial tracking of the language in 18 M. §2422(b), it contains absolutely no factual allegations concerning the requisite "using the mail or any facility or means of interstate or foreign commerce" by Plaintiff to state a cause of action based on a violation of 18 M. 2422(b). As well, there are no underlying factual allegations involving this Plaintiff as to the requisite elements that a defendant knowingly persuaded, induced, enticed, or coerced any individual (Plaintiff in this case) who has not attained the age of 18 years, to engage in prostitution or any sexual activity for which any person can be charged with a criminal offense, or attempted to do so. See 18 2422(b); i.e. with what criminal offense could Plaintiff and Defendant have been charged. Again, a Plaintiff cannot simply track the language of a statute without some underlying factual allegations to EFTA00175881
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Case 9:08-cv- 381-KAM Documen. Entere. -n FLSD Docket 10/06,. 2 Page 9 of 10 Case No. CV-80381-Marra-Johnson Page No. 9 state a claim upon which relief can be granted. Accordingly, Count III is required to be dismissed, and the reference to 28 USC 2455 be stricken. In the alternative, Plaintiff should be required to more definitely state the underlying factual allegations to support her claim as set forth in the statute, 18 §2422(b) and §2455. Conclusion As discussed above herein, under the pleading standard established in Twomblv supra, and law concerning the elements of Count I and Ill, Plaintiff has failed to state claims upon which relief can be granted. Rule 12(b)(6). Plaintiff's complaint lack underlying factual allegations and, thus, Plaintiff is required to more definitely state the requisite factual allegations. Finally, Plaintiff should correct any improper statutory references. Certificate of Service I HEREBY CERTIFY that a true copy of the foregoing was electronically filed with the Clerk of the Court using CM/ECF. I also certify that the foregoing document is being served this day on all counsel of record identified on the following Service List in the manner specified by CM/ECF on this 6th day of October, 2008: Adam D. Horowitz, Esq. Jeffrey Marc Herman, Esq. Stuart S. Mermelstein, Esq. 18205 Biscayne Boulevard Suite 2218 Mia i 60 Fax: Counsel for Plaintiff Jane Doe #5 Jack Alan Goldberger, Esq. Atterbury Goldberger & Weiss, P.A. 250 Australian Avenue South Suite 1400 West Palm Beach, FL 33401-5012 Fax: ounsel or Defendant Jeffrey Epstein EFTA00175882
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Case 9:08-cv-, Case No. Page No. J81-KAM Document _ CV-80381-Marra-Johnson 10 EntereL FLSD Docket 10/06)_ .J Page 10 of 10 Michael R. Tein, Esq. Lewis Tein, P.L. 3059 Grand Avenue, Suite 340 e, FL 33133 Fax: Counsel for Defendant Jeffrey Epstein Respectfully submi By: ROBERT D RITTON, JR., ESQ. Florida Bar o. 224162 rcrit bciclaw.com MICHAEL J. PIKE, ESQ. Florida Bar #617296 BURMAN, CRITTON, LUTTIER & COLEMAN 515 N. Flagler Drive, Suite 400 FL 33401 Phone Fax (Co-Counsel for Defendant Jeffrey Epstein) EFTA00175883
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UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT
SOUTHERN DISTRICT OF FLORIDA
CASE NO.: 08-80381-CIV-MARRA/JOHNSON
JANE DOE NO. 5,
Plaintiff,
vs.
JEFFREY EPSTEIN,
Defendant.
AMENDED COMPLAINT
Plaintiff, Jane Doe No. 5 ("Jane" or "Jane Doe"), brings this Complaint against Jeffrey
Epstein, as follows:
Parties, Jurisdiction and Venue
I.
Jane Doe No. 5 is a citizen and resident of the Commonwealth of Virginia, and is sui
• juris.
2.
This Complaint is brought under a fictitious name to protect the identity of the
Plaintiff because this Complaint makes sensitive allegations of sexual assault and abuse upon a
minor.
3.
Defendant Jeffrey Epstein is a citizen and resident of the State of New York.
4.
This is an action for damages in excess of $50 million.
5.
This Court has jurisdiction of this action and the claims set forth herein pursuant to 28
. §1332(a), as the matter in controversy (i) exceeds $75,000, exclusive of interest and costs;
and (ii) is between citizens of different states.
6.
This Court has venue of this action pursuant to 28
§1391(a) as a substantial
HERMAN & MERMELSTEIN, P. A.
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part of the events or omissions giving rise to the claim occurred in this District.
Factual Allegations
7.
At all relevant times, Defendant Jeffrey Epstein ("Epstein") was an adult male, 52
years old. Epstein is a financier and money manager with a secret clientele limited exclusively to
billionaires. Ile is himself a man of tremendous wealth, power and influence. He maintains his
principal home in New York and also owns residences in New Mexico, St. Thomas and Palm Beach,
FL. The allegations herein concern Epstein's conduct while at his lavish estate in Palm Beach.
8.
Upon information and belief, Epstein has a sexual preference and obsession for
underage girls. Ile engaged in a plan and scheme in which he gained access to primarily
economically disadvantaged minor girls in his home, sexually assaulted these girls, and then gave
them money. In or about 2002-2003, Jane Doe, then approximately 15-16 years old, fell into
Epstein's trap and became one of his victims.
9.
Upon information and belief, Jeffrey Epstein carried out his scheme and assaulted
girls in Florida, New York and on his private island, known as Little St. James, in St. Thomas.
10.
Epstein's scheme involved the use of young girls to recruit underage girls. These
underage girls were recruited ostensibly to give a wealthy man a massage for monetary
compensation in his Palm Beach mansion. The girls would be contacted when Epstein was planning
to be at his Palm Beach residence or soon after he had arrived there. Upon information and belief,
Epstein generally sought out economically disadvantaged underage girls from western Palm Beach
County who would be enticed by the money being offered - generally $200 to $300 per "massage"
session - and who were perceived as less likely to complain to authorities or have credibility if
allegations of improper conduct were made. This was an important element of Epstein's plan.
I I.
Epstein's plan and scheme reflected a particular pattern and method. The underage
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Case 9: 08-cv...,481-KAM Documek EnterL on FLSD Docket 09l2L.,✓8 Page 3 of 8 victim would be brought to the kitchen entrance of Epstein's mansion, where she would be introduced to Epstein's assistant. Ms. would then bring the girl up a flight of stairs to a room that contained a massage table in addition to other furnishings, and a bathroom. The girl would then find herself alone in the room with Epstein, who would be wearing only a towel. He would then remove his towel and lie naked on the massage table, and direct the girl to remove her clothes. Epstein would then perform one or more lewd, lascivious and sexual acts, including 12. Consistent with the foregoing plan and scheme, when Jane Doe was approximately 15-16 years old, she was recruited to give Epstein a massage for monetary compensation. Jane and another girl were brought to Epstein's mansion in Palm Beach, to the kitchen entrance. Once there, they were introduced tc who led them up the flight of stairs to the room with the massage table. Jane and the other girl were directed by Epstein to remove their clothes and give him a massage. Jane and the other girl removed their clothes except for their panties and bras, and complied with Epstein's instructions. While on the massage table, Epstein immoloullollimilim and touched both girls on theirMIII IIIIIMMIand with a S. 13. After Epstein had completed the sexual assault, both girls were then able to get dressed, leave the room and go back down the stairs. Epstein gave both girls money for this "massage." 14. As a result of this encounter with Epstein, Jane experienced confusion, shame, humiliation and embarrassment, and has suffered severe psychological and emotional injuries. HERMAN E. MERMELSTEIN, P. A. COUNT I Sexual Assault and Battery - 3 - EFTA00175886
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Case 9:08-cu _J381-KAM Docurneri. , Enters. on FLSD Docket 09/22. Page 4 of 8 15. PlaintiffJane Doe repeats and realleges paragraphs I through 14 above. 16. Epstein acted with intent to cause an offensive contact with Jane Doe, or an imminent apprehension of such a contact, and Jane Doe was thereby put in such imminent apprehension. 17. Epstein made an intentional, unlawful offer of offensive sexual contact toward Jane Doe, creating a reasonable fear of imminent peril. 18. Epstein intentionally inflicted harmful or offensive contact on the person ofJane Doe, with the intent to cause such contact or the apprehension that such contact is imminent. 19. Epstein tortiously committed a sexual assault and battery on Jane Doe. Epstein's acts were intentional, unlawful, offensive and harmful. 20. Epstein's plan and scheme in which he committed such acts upon Jane Doe were done willfully and maliciously. 21. As a direct and proximate result of Epstein's assault on Jane, she has suffered and will continue to suffer severe and permanent traumatic injuries, including mental, psychological and emotional damages. WHEREFORE, Plaintiff Jane Doe No. 4 demands judgment against Defendant Jeffrey Epstein for compensatory damages, punitive damages, costs, and such other and further relief as this Court deems just and proper. COUNT II Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress 22. Plaintiff Jane Doe repeats and realleges paragraphs I through 14 above. 23. Epstein's conduct was intentional or reckless. 24. Epstein's conduct with a minor was extreme and outrageous, going beyond all bounds of decency. HERMAN S. MERMELSTEIN, P. A. -4- EFTA00175887
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Case 9:0814. _a381-KAM Documek Enters... FLSD Docket 09/22, Page 5 of 8 25. Epstein committed willful acts of child sexual abuse on Jane Doe. These acts resulted in mental or sexual injury to Jane Doe, that caused or were likely to cause Jane Doe's mental or emotional health to be significantly impaired. 26. Epstein's conduct caused severe emotional distress to Jane Doe. Epstein knew or had reason to know that his intentional and outrageous conduct would cause emotional distress and damage to Jane Doe, or Epstein acted with reckless disregard of the high probability of causing severe emotional distress to Jane Doe. 27. As a direct and proximate result of Epstein's intentional or reckless conduct, Jane Doe, has suffered and will continue to suffer severe mental anguish and pain. WHEREFORE, Plaintiff Jane Doe No, 5 demands judgment against Defendant Jeffrey Epstein for compensatory damages, costs, punitive damages, and such other and further relief as this Court deems just and proper. COUNT III Coercion and Enticement to Sexual Activity in Violation of 18 M. 82422 28. PlaintiffJane Doe repeats and realleges paragraphs 1 through 14 above. 29. Epstein used a facility or means of interstate commerce to knowingly persuade, induce or entice Jane Doe, when she was under the age of 18 years, to engage in prostitution or sexual activity for which any person can be charged with a criminal offense. 30. Epstein's acts and conduct are in violation of 18 . §2422. 31. As a result of Epstein's violation of 18 §2422, Plaintiff has suffered personal injury, including mental, psychological and emotional damages. 32. Plaintiff hired Herman & Mermelstein, P.A., in this matter and agreed to pay them a reasonable attorneys' fee. HERMAN S. MERMELSTEIN, P. A. - 5 - EFTA00175888
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Case 9:08-cv Documer, Entert... on FLSD Docket 09/2i—...../8 Page 6 of 8 WHEREFORE, Plaintiff Jane Doe No. 5 demands judgment against Defendant Jeffrey Epstein for all damages available under 28 . §2255(a), including without limitation, actual and compensatory damages, costs of suit, and attorneys' fees, and such other and further relief as this Court deems just and proper. JURY TRIAL DEMAND Plaintiff demands a jury trial in this action on all claims so triable. Dated: September 22, 2008 Respectfully submitted, By: s/ Jeffrey M. Herman Jeffry M. Herman FL Bar No. 521647) Stuart S. Mermelstein L Bar No. 947245) Adam D. Horowitz (FL Bar No. 376980) HERMAN & MERMELSTEIN, P. A. - 6 - HERMAN & MERMELSTEM, P.A. Attorneys for Plaintiff 18205 Biscayne Blvd., Suite 2218 Miami, Florida 33160 Tel: Fax: www.herrnanlaw.com EFTA00175889
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Case 9:08-lv 1381-KAM Documeri. Entert. on FLSD Docket 09/22. ,8 Page 7 of 8 CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE I hereby certify that on September 22, 2008, I electronically filed the foregoing documcnt with the Clerk of the Court using CM/ECF. I also certify that the foregoing document is being served this day to all parties on the attached Service List in the manner specified, either via transmission of Notices of Electronic Filing generated by CM/ECF or in some other authorized manner for those parties who are not authorized to receive electronically Notices of Electronic Filing. Is/ Jeffrey M. Herman HERMAN & MERMELSTEIN, P. A. - 7 EFTA00175890
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Case 9:08-cN, J381-KAM DocumeT. . EnterL on FLSD Docket 09/22,.. A Page 8 of 8 SERVICE LIST DOE vs. JEFFREY EPSTEIN CASE NO.: 08-CV-80380-MARRA/JOHNSON United States District Court, Southern District of Florida Jack Alan Goldhcr er Esq. Michael R Tein Esq. Robert D. Cult Es Es. Michael Pike E . /s/ Jeffrey M. Herman HERMAN Et MERMELSTEIN, P. A. - 8 - EFTA00175891
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