Michael Avenatti, who was convicted of trying to extort over $20M from Nike, was temporarily released from a federal jail due to concerns over the coronavirus, authorities say.
The former lawyer for porn star Stormy Daniels was found guilty in February of trying to extort Nike. According to court papers, Avenatti and an uncharged conspirator threatened to hold a press conference to ruin the sportswear giant's reputation unless the companyIn a recorded call obtained by the FBI, Avenatti was heard pressuring the company to pay the money. Prosecutors said that he wanted Nike to pay his client $1.
He pleaded not guilty, and his lawyer said Avenatti was simply pursuing an honest negotiation with the brand on behalf of his client. Avenatti also faces legal troubles in California for allegedly defrauding clients and absconding with payments to them that he was able to obtain.
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