Four brothers, Edward, Dominic, Marie-Nicole, and Aldo Cascio, accuse Michael Jackson of abuse during childhood. The lawsuit was filed in February in a court in Los Angeles.

The Cascio brothers, Edward, Dominic, Marie-Nicole, and Aldo, have filed a lawsuit against Michael Jackson, accusing him of childhood abuse. The lawsuit was initiated in February at a federal court in Los Angeles, and a fifth brother, Frank, claims he was also a victim but did not join the action for legal reasons. The Cascio family's relationship with Jackson began in the '80s when their father managed a hotel where the artist frequently stayed. Although they previously claimed that Jackson is innocent, they now assert that they were psychologically manipulated. Details about the abuse were provided by three of the brothers, who decided to speak out after watching the documentary "Leaving Neverland." Jackson's estate attorneys reject the allegations, considering the lawsuit an attempt to obtain money. In the past, the Cascio family reached an out-of-court settlement with representatives of Jackson's estate, but they are now seeking additional compensation. The lawsuit reignites controversies surrounding Jackson's legacy at a time when his public image is once again under discussion. The court is set to decide whether the allegations are legally supported.