Filed on August 13, 2008, by attorney Bradley J. Edwards on behalf of a Jane Doe, the lawsuit alleged and the intentional infliction of emotional distress . The complaint detailed a "plan and scheme" of willful and malicious acts committed against the plaintiff when she was a minor.
While it began as a personal injury claim, its implications were far broader. It became a primary vehicle for challenging the "sweetheart" plea deal Epstein had recently struck with federal prosecutors. Key Legal Milestones 08-CIV-80893
According to records on CourtListener , the case spanned several years under Judge Kenneth A. Marra : Doe v. Epstein, 9:08-cv-80893 – CourtListener.com Filed on August 13, 2008, by attorney Bradley J
Here is a blog post summarizing the significance of this case. The Case That Started It All: A Look Back at 08-CIV-80893 While it began as a personal injury claim,