By Canadian Press

Weinstein lawyer responds to lawsuit in New York

Feb 12, 2018 | 7:30 AM

New York’s attorney general says his office’s four-month investigation of The Weinstein Co. found “a pervasive pattern” of sexual harassment, intimidation and abuse.

Attorney General Eric Schneiderman said Monday his office found “extensive coverup” of “despicable” allegations that should have prompted formal investigations at the company.

A proposed sale of company is in question after Schneiderman filed a lawsuit Sunday saying any deal would have to include assurances of financial compensation for women abused by co-founder Harvey Weinstein.

The lawsuit accuses the producer of “repeatedly and persistently” sexually harassing female workers in violation of state law.

Weinstein has repeatedly denied all accusations of nonconsensual sex.

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His attorney released a statement saying many of the allegations against his client are “without merit.”

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