Smokey Robinson's $500M Countersuit Against Sexual Assault Accusers Partially Dismissed

A Los Angeles judge has partially dismissed Smokey Robinson's $500 million countersuit against four women who accused the Motown legend of sexual assault. Robinson and his wife Frances had filed defamation claims against the accusers, but the court threw out several major parts of their legal response.

The four women, identified as Jane Does, sued Robinson in May for $50 million. They claim he repeatedly forced his fingers and penis into their vaginas without consent, causing severe pain. The women are seeking damages for alleged sexual assault.

Robinson fired back with his own lawsuit worth $500 million, claiming the accusations were false and damaged his reputation. In court documents, Robinson's legal team said the couple treated the accusers with kindness and generosity, and denied all abuse claims.

While the judge dismissed key defamation claims, Robinson's countersuit wasn't completely wiped out. Some parts of his legal challenge against the women remain active. Details about which specific claims survived are still emerging.