A Quebec Superior Court judge has declined a motion to freeze the assets of billionaire Robert Miller and his company, Future Electronics, amidst allegations of sexual misconduct involving minors. The decision follows a request made by lawyer Jeff Orenstein, representing several women seeking a class-action lawsuit against Miller.
Orenstein argued for asset freezing or a $200 million deposit by Miller to secure potential compensation for the alleged victims. The lawsuit, which has yet to be authorized, could involve up to 50 women, with claims totaling millions of dollars.
In February, a Radio-Canada report featured women accusing Miller of paying for sexual encounters between 1996 and 2006, facilitated by Future Electronics employees. Miller, who denies the allegations, stepped down from his executive roles in the company earlier this year.
The motion concerning Miller’s assets arose following Future Electronics’ announcement of its $3.8 billion sale to a Taiwanese firm, expected to conclude in early 2024. Despite the ongoing legal proceedings, Miller’s assets will remain accessible.
The decision highlights the complexities of legal action against individuals of significant financial standing, underscoring the challenges faced by alleged victims seeking justice in such cases.
