  Jennifer Lopez sues former driver Hakob Manoukian for extortion August 8, 2012 - 16:09 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Jennifer Lopez is suing her former driver for extortion. The singer/actress claims Hakob Manoukian demanded £1.75 million) from her in return for his silence after overhearing secret conversations she had with friends and associates. Her case is a countersuit to a claim filed by Manoukian, who previously alleged he was forced to resign after Lopez's manager Benny Medina publicly berated him. In her suit, obtained by TMZ.com, the Dance Again hitmaker states power went to her former driver's head and he became upset when he was told he couldn't control her security team - and be paid for doing it. Lopez claims Manoukian retaliated by threatening to reveal confidential information that would be highly embarrassing for her. She is suing for damages in excess of £12.5 million, The Huffington Post reported.   Top stories The creative crew of the Public TV had chosen 13-year-old Malena as a participant of this year's contest. She called on others to also suspend their accounts over the companies’ failure to tackle hate speech. Penderecki was known for his film scores, including for William Friedkin’s “The Exorcist”, Stanley Kubrick’s “The Shining”. The festival made the news public on March 19, saying that “several options are considered in order to preserve its running”   Partner news |  Latest news European Parliament to discuss repression in Azerbaijan  The European Parliament will discuss repression of civil society in Azerbaijan on April 24PACE wants concessions from Azerbaijan to accept Baku back A PACE co-rapporteur said that Azerbaijani authorities must make certain concessions so that the country can return to PACE.Cyprus parliament honors Armenian genocide victims Acting House President Zacharias Koulias noted that April 24 marks the “black anniversary” of the Armenian genocide.Armenia PM, France envoy discuss regional matters Issues related to the consistent development of Armenia-France cooperation were discussed. |
