Judge Revives Marilyn Manson Sex-Assault Lawsuit by Ex-Assistant
Nancy Dillon
created: Jan. 26, 2026, 9:32 p.m. | updated: Jan. 28, 2026, 7:02 a.m.
A California judge has revived an ex-assistant’s sexual assault lawsuit against the musician Marilyn Manson, reversing his own dismissal of the case last month after concluding that a newly enacted state law applies.
Under AB 250, which was signed by Gov.
In filings ahead of the Monday hearing, Warner’s lawyers argued that Walters missed her chance to invoke AB 250.
She said AB 250 also permits Walters to revive related claims of sexual harassment and wrongful termination.
Judge Cochran signaled Monday he would allow Warner to file a new summary judgment motion to challenge the viability of Walters’ claims under AB 250.
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