[UPDATE] Bill Cosby Ordered To Pay An Additional $40 Million To Woman Who Accused Him Of R@ping Her In The ’70s

[UPDATE] Bill Cosby Ordered To Pay An Additional $40 Million To Woman Who Accused Him Of R@ping Her In The ’70s

Monday (Mar. 23) was a huge day in the courtroom for Donna Motsinger.

After the jury returned a $19.25 million verdict earlier in the day, they came back in the afternoon and decided to tack on $40 million in punitive damages against #BillCosby. That means she’s looking at a total of nearly $60 million in damages.

“This verdict is not just about me – it’s about finally being heard and holding Mr. Cosby accountable,” Motsinger said. “I have carried the weight of what happened to me for more than 50 years. It never goes away. Today, a jury saw the truth and held him accountable. That means everything. I hope this gives strength to other survivors who are still waiting for their moment to be heard.”

Of course, Cosby isn’t going quietly. Reports say he’s already planning an appeal, which means Motsinger might not see a dime anytime soon. It’s also been alleged that the actor doesn’t have the wealth he once did, so even if the appeal fails, collecting such a massive payout could be another uphill battle for Motsinger.