Michael Jackson Estate: The Wade Robson Case Should Not Go to Trial

The Michael Jackson Estate has asked the judge overseeing the case related to Wade Robson's claims against the King of Pop to dismiss the claim and not allow the case to proceed to court. Beyond the baselessness of Robson's allegations, the Estate holds a significant legal advantage: the statute of limitations set by the court for claims against the Estate following Michael's death had long expired by the time Robson filed his claim. Wade Robson claims he was unaware of this deadline and did not even know who the Estate's co-executors were, arguing that the executors were obligated to formally notify him of these matters. However, Robson himself is an industry professional who had collaborated with the Michael Jackson Estate on projects — and therefore would have been well aware of these matters. Howard Weitzman, the Estate's attorney, has evidence showing that Wade Robson had identified John Branca and John McClain as the Estate's co-executors and was aware of their authority over Estate affairs. Wade Robson contributed to a book published by the Estate in Michael's memory, with a portion dedicated to his personal recollections of Michael. The Estate has also stated that when the Cirque du Soleil project (Immortal Tour) was proposed, Robson was extremely eager to direct it, but the Estate assigned the role to someone else — even though Cirque du Soleil had initially contacted Robson. The Estate's court filings state: "Wade Robson was intensely eager to take on this project." A hearing is scheduled for May, at which the judge will determine whether to send the case to trial. Source: eMJey.com / radaronline