Overview

• Four former employees, identified as Jane Does 1 through 4, accuse Smokey Robinson of sexual battery, assault, false imprisonment, and gender violence spanning 2006–2024.
• The plaintiffs, who worked as housekeepers and a personal assistant, also allege labor violations, including unpaid overtime, breaks, and below-minimum wages.
• Frances Robinson, Smokey's wife, is named in the lawsuit for perpetuating a hostile work environment and failing to prevent her husband's alleged misconduct.
• Robinson's legal team, led by attorney Christopher Frost, has filed a motion to dismiss the case, labeling the claims as false and an extortion attempt.
• The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department has confirmed that no criminal investigation into the allegations has been initiated at this time.