During the weeks-long trial, Weinstein’s attorneys questioned his accusers about their appearance at the time of the alleged attacks, their drinking habits and whether they used Weinstein to land a Hollywood acting job.

“Just because we live in the Me Too era doesn’t mean you don’t attack in defense of your clients,” said Tom Mesereau, who represented comedian Bill Cosby in his sexual assault trial…

One former federal sex crimes prosecutor said that Weinstein’s team had a duty to dig into the motives of the accusers and challenge their credibility.

“There are people who believe because of #MeToo that they don’t have to be cross-examined and challenged,” said Julieanne Himelstein. “Well, her claim has to be tested like every other claim.”