Hedge fund founder Crispin Odey settles several personal injury claims brought by women alleging sexual assault, according to reports from multiple outlets. The settlements occur ahead of a planned London trial, where the cases were expected to be heard. The reports describe the claims as involving allegations of sexual assault, filed by women who also seek damages framed as personal injury. While the outlets do not provide detailed terms of the settlements, they characterize the move as resolving “a handful” of claims rather than a single lawsuit. The settlements mean the impending trial is expected to proceed without those particular claims, depending on the overall status of remaining matters. The reports also indicate the legal action concerns allegations made by women against Odey in connection with sexual misconduct. Financial Times frames the matter as Odey settling sexual assault claims, while Bloomberg similarly reports that settlements are reached ahead of the London trial.