Document DOJ-COURT-303 is a legal motion filed in the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida.
The document is Jeffrey Epstein's motion to compel Jane Doe #4 to undergo an Independent Medical Examination (IME). Epstein argues that Jane Doe #4's claims necessitate a psychological/psychiatric medical examination, and suggests an Omnibus Order for all Plaintiffs' IMEs to conserve judicial resources. The document includes background information and references a previous order relating to the IME of another plaintiff.
Case 9:08-cv-80119-KAM Document 303 Entered on FLSD Docket 09/16/2009
Page 1 of 8 UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT SOUTHERN DISTRICT OF FLORIDA CASE NO.: oa~CIV-80119-MARRA/JOHNSON JANE DOE NO. 2, Plaintiff, VS. JEFFREY EPSTEIN, Defendant. Related cases: 08-80232, 08-08380, 08-80381, 08-80994, 08-80993, 08-80811, 08-80893, 09-80469, 09-80591, 09-80656, 09-80802, 09-81092 I I Defendant, Jeffrey E. Epstein's Motion To Compel Plaintiff, Jane Doe #4's Independent Medical Examination Pursuant to Rule 35 Defendant, JEFFREY E. EPSTEIN (hereinafter "Epstein"), by and through his attorneys, and pursuant to Fed. R. Civ. P. 35 and other applicable rules, hereby moves this Court for an order directing that the Plaintiff, Jane Doe# 4 (case #80380), submit to a compulsory psychological/psychiatric medical examination (a/k/a independent medical examination) by Ryan Hall, M.D. of Richard Hall, M.D. at the law firm of Burman, Critton, Luttier and Coleman, LLP. located at 303 Banyan Boulevard, Ste. 400, WPB, Fl. 33401. In support, Epstein states: Background 1. This Court entered an order relating to the IME of CMA, another Plaintiff seeking similar damages against Epstein. See Exhibit "A." Given the damages claimed in this matter, it is clear that Plaintiff has placed her medical condition at issue Case 9:08-cv-80119-KAM Document 303 Entered on FLSD Docket 09/16/2009
Page 2 of 8 Page 2 and that an IME is required. Despite that fact and the fact that discovery has been consolidated, Defendant is required to file a Rule 35 Motion seeking an IME. Thus, the undersigned believes that an Omnibus Order is required relative to all Plaintiffs' IMEs in that each claim similar damages and raise similar claims. Such an order would conserve judicial resources and require that the attorneys only negotiate dates and times for said IMEs. 2. Nonetheless, this particular Motion, pursuant to Rule 35, only addresses the IME of Jane Doe #4. 3. Plaintiff has alleged in her action that Defendant sexually battered her and, as a result, Plaintiffs seek millions of dollars in personal injury damages for, among other things, "confusion, shame, humiliation, embarrassment, and severe psychological and emotional injuries." See Second Amended Complaint. (DE 62) Plaintiff, Jane Doe #4, also claims Epstein "intentionally inflicted harmful or offensive contact on the person of Jane Doe, creating reasonable fear of imminent peril. .. [and] [a]s a proximate result of Epstein's assault on Jane Doe, she has suffered and will continue to suffer severe and permanent traumatic injuries, including mental, psychological and emotional damages." jg,_ at ,i,i 16-22. Jane Doe# 4 further alleges that she suffered" ... mental or sexual injury. . .that caused or were likely to cause Jane Doe's mental or emotional health to be significantly impaired ... [and] ... Jane Doe has suffered and will continue to suffer severe mental anguish and pain." jg,_ at ,i,i 23-28. 4. In addition, Jane Doe #4 provided her former boyfriend's name, Mr. Vinyard, to her expert, Gilbert Kliman, M.D. In fact, she stated in the interview with Dr. Kliman that Mr. Vinyard was not a good influence on her and that he was an alcoholic. Case 9:08-cv-80119-KAM Document 303 Entered on FLSD Docket 09/16/2009
Page 3 of 8 Page 3 See Exhibit "B". In addition, on 9/20/04, a battery report was filed involving Jane Doe #4 and Mr. Vinyard in reference to an argument where he grabbed her by the neck and began spitting on her and calling her a cheater. Jane Doe #4 also tried to bite Mr. Vinyard. See Exhibit "C". Next, a repeat domestic violence case was filed on 9/21/04 and was closed on a Final Judgment for Protection Order on 10/6/04. Apparently, Mr. Vinyard was physically and verbally abusive to Jane Doe Number 4. See Exhibit "D". On 10/6/04, an Order of Protection was issued against Vinyard and was enforce until 10/6/05. See Exhibit "E". Mr. Vinyard was also arrested on 12/24/03 and charged with reckless driving and leaving the scene of an accident with damages after he and Jane Doe #4 hit a tree and fled the scene after leaving a party. See Exhibit "F". On 10/31/04, officers entered Jane Doe #4's home in connection with a disturbance between her and Mr. Vinyard. Officers found Jane Doe #4 without a top on and advised her to get dressed; however, she kept yelling at police demanding that they leave her house. See Exhibit "G". On 11/31/04, Mr. Vinyard was arrested for violation of domestic violence injunction order for repeat violence against Jane Doe #4. Apparently, Jane Doe #4 and Vinyard were arguing in a cab over not having money to pay the fair and Mr. Vinyard hit Jane Doe #4. See Exhibit "H". 5. In addition, Jane Doe Number #4 advised Dr. Kliman that her boyfriend (Chris) died in a car accident involving a DUI and her best friend (Jen) died in an automobile accident involving drinking. See Exhibit "I." In 2003, Jane Doe #4 sought counseling because of a dysfunctional home situation, particularly with her father. Finally, Jane Doe #4 described herself as angry, bitter, disliking herself, depressed, and having problems with her body image - all pre-Epstein. See supra. Case 9:08-cv-80119-KAM Document 303 Entered on FLSD Docket 09/16/2009
Page 4 of 8 Page4 6. Furthermore, it is important for this court to review the detailed Affidavit of Dr. Hall attached hereto in that it delineates for the Court several experiences visited upon Jane Doe which may have caused the physical, emotional and psychological trauma she claims occurred at the hands of Epstein. See Affidavit of Dr. Hall Attached hereto as Exhibit "J". 7. Based upon the foregoing, it is clear that Jane Doe #4 has placed her physical, emotional, medical and psychological conditions at issue. Therefore, an IME is warranted. Without an IME, Epstein would be severely prejudiced. The Affidavit of Dr. Hall clearly sets out the IME and scope of the examination that must be conducted. See also, the curriculum vitae of Dr. Ryan. See Exhibit "K". The examination is set to occur at the undersigned office on October 13, 14, 15 or 16, 2009 (whichever is more convenient for Plaintiff or whichever date the court so orders). Plaintiff has not provide dates for the IME; however, out of abundance of caution and to comply with the applicable rule, Defendant has, on a unilateral basis, set same pending the outcome of this Motion. Obviously, if the date noticed is not sufficient or agreeable, the undersigned will renotice same for one of the four dates suggested. 8. As this court is well aware, Plaintiff and Defendant are required to complete discovery under the Court's trial schedule. It is not the undersigned's intention to require the court additional work; however, it is imperative that discovery be timely scheduled and completed. The court's assistance is needed in this instance as to the IME. Case 9:08-cv-80119-KAM Document 303 Entered on FLSD Docket 09/16/2009
Page 5 of 8 Page 5 9. Based upon the foregoing, an IME of Plaintiff must occur in order to address her claims and the damages she seeks to recover. The IME is expected to last between 6-8 hours, and the scope of same is set forth in the Affidavit of Dr. Hall. 10. Pursuant to Rule 35, Fed.R.Civ.Pro, a party may move for an examination by a qualified examiner if the Plaintiff's mental/emotional and/or psychological status is at issue in a case. 11. Defendant would be severely prejudiced unless he is able to have an examination conducted by a qualified examiner separate and apart from any psychologist/psychiatrist or similar behavioral health provider who may have or may ultimately see the Plaintiff and testify in court. 12. Defendant's counsel has retained the services of Richard Hall, M.D. and Ryan Hall, M.D., of C.W. Hall, M.D., P.A. located at 2500 West Lake Mary Blvd., #219 Lake Mary, FL 32746. Ryan Hall, M.D., will be performing the examination. Dr. Ryan Halls' specialties include forensic psychiatry, general psychiatry and medical psychiatry. See Exhibit attached outlining Ryan Hall, M.D.'s qualifications and the scope of the examination which he intends and is required to conduct in order to render a report. See also Affidavit of Ryan C.W. Hall, M.D., outlining the scope of examination and other Rule 35 requirements. Accordingly, this motion comports with Rule 35. The applicable notice has been filed simultaneously. Defendant will arrange for a videotape of the examination. 13. The undersigned is requesting the court's assistance with regard to compelling the IME of Plaintiff along with dates for same to occur. Rule 7.1 A. 3. Certification of Pre-Filing Conference Case 9:08-cv-80119-KAM Document 303 Entered on FLSD Docket 09/16/2009
Page 6 of 8 Page6 Counsel for Defendant conferred with Counsel for Plaintiff by telephone and by e- mail; however, an agreement has not been reached. WHEREFORE, Defendant requests that this Court enter an Order: a. providing a date and time for Plaintiff's IME to occur on October 13, 14, 15 or 16, 2009; b. providing that the independent medical examination take place at 9:00 a.m. (on a date to be determined by the court) at the law firm of Burman, Critton, Luttier and Coleman, LLP. located at 303 Banyan Boulevard, Ste. 400, WPB, Fl. 33401 under the protocol set forth by Dr. Hall in his affidavit, by videotape and for such other and further relief as this court deems just and proper. Certificate of Service I HEREBY CERTIFY that a true copy of the foregoing was electronically filed with the Clerk of the Court using CM/ECF. I also certify that the foregoing document is being served this day on all counsel of recqk identifi~on Je following Service List in the manner specified by CM/ECF on this l day of i'2 , 2009 1 By::;-;=;:;,£;;~~~~~~ RO . CRITTON, JR., ESQ. Flo cla Bar No. 224162 [email protected] MICHAEL J. PIKE, ESQ. Florida Bar #617296 [email protected] BURMAN, CRITTON, LUTTIER & COLEMAN 515 N. Flagler Drive, Suite 400 West Palm Beach, FL 33401 561/842-2820 Phone 561/515-3148 Fax (Counsel for Defendant Jeffrey Epstein) Case 9:08-cv-80119-KAM Document 303 Entered on FLSD Docket 09/16/2009
Page 7 of 8 Page 7 Certificate of Service Jane Doe No. 2 v. Jeffrey Epstein Case No. 08-CV-80119-MARRAIJOHNSON Stuart S. Mermelstein, Esq. Adam D. Horowitz, Esq. Mermelstein & Horowitz, P.A. 18205 Biscayne Boulevard Suite 2218 Miami, FL 33160 305-931-2200 Fax: 305-931-0877 [email protected] [email protected] Counsel for Plaintiffs In related Cases Nos. 08-80069, 08- 80119, 08-80232, 08-80380, 08-80381, 08-80993, 08-80994 Richard Horace Willits, Esq. Richard H. Willits, P.A. 2290 10th Avenue North Suite 404 Lake Worth, FL 33461 561-582-7600 Fax: 561-588-8819 Counsel for Plaintiff in Related Case No. 08-80811 [email protected] Jack Scarola, Esq. Jack P. Hill, Esq. Searcy Denney Scarola Barnhart & Shipley, P.A. 2139 Palm Beach Lakes Boulevard West Palm Beach, FL 33409 561-686-6300 Fax: 561-383-9424 [email protected] [email protected] Counsel for Plaintiff, C.M.A. Brad Edwards, Esq. Rothstein Rosenfeldt Adler 401 East Las Olas Boulevard Suite 1650 Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 Phone: 954-522-3456 Fax: 954-527-8663 [email protected] Counsel for Plaintiff in Related Case No. 08-80893 Paul G. Cassell, Esq. Pro Hae Vice 332 South 1400 E, Room 101 Salt Lake City, UT 84112 801-585-5202 801-585-6833 Fax [email protected] Co-counsel for Plaintiff Jane Doe Isidro M. Garcia, Esq. Garcia Law Firm, P.A. 224 Datura Street, Suite 900 West Palm Beach, FL 33401 561-832-7732 561-832-7137 F [email protected] Counsel for Plaintiff in Related Case No. 08-80469 Robert C. Josefsberg, Esq. Katherine W. Ezell, Esq. Podhurst Orseck, P.A. 25 West Flagler Street, Suite 800 Miami, FL 33130 305 358-2800 Fax: 305 358-2382 [email protected] [email protected] Case 9:08-cv-80119-KAM Document 303 Entered on FLSD Docket 09/16/2009










