David Del Rio Initiates Arbitration Against CBS Over 'Matlock' Firing

David Del Rio is not giving up after CBS fired him from "Matlock" following an allegation of sexual assault involving costar Leah Lewis ... because now he wants to battle the network in arbitration.

4 Mar, 21:41 — 4 Mar, 22:34

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David Del Rio, who played Billy Martinez on the CBS show 'Matlock,' was fired from the production following allegations of sexual assault. He is now pursuing arbitration against CBS Studios to contest his termination.

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varietyMostly Factual50d ago

‘Matlock’ Actor David Del Rio Files Arbitration Claim Against CBS Over Firing

David Del Rio, the actor who was escorted off the set of “Matlock” last fall, has filed an arbitration claim against CBS Studios over his termination. Del Rio played Billy Martinez on the show, which stars Kathy Bates. Del Rio’s character was written off the show following an allegation of sexual assault against the actor. […]

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deadlineMostly Factual50d ago

David Del Rio Going To Arbitration Against CBS Studios Over ‘Matlock’ Firing & Sexual Assault Claims

David Del Rio isn’t taking his sudden firing last year from CBS’ Matlock over sexual assault allegations without a fight. The actor “has initiated arbitration against CBS Studios to address false and misleading allegations that caused substantial professional and reputational harm,” Del Rio’s lawyer Shawn Holley said today of the behind closed door process. “At […]

By Dominic Patten

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