Joanne Harrison, mother of Rick Harrison from the popular TV show “Pawn Stars,” has filed a civil lawsuit against her son and associated corporate entities. The lawsuit centers around disputes over assets and ownership of the Gold & Silver Pawn Shop, which gained fame through the reality TV show.
Details of the Lawsuit
Court filings reveal that the civil suit was initiated in a Nevada state court. The defendants in the case include Rick Harrison, his mother Joanne, Gold & Silver Pawn Shop, Harrison Properties, and JoRich Properties. The lawsuit involves allegations related to the distribution of assets and ownership interests in the family business.
Allegations Against Rick Harrison
Rick Harrison, who is well-known as the son of the late Richard Harrison (referred to as “The Old Man” on “Pawn Stars”), faces accusations from his 81-year-old mother. Joanne Harrison has claimed that Rick exerted undue pressure on her to transfer most of her share of the pawnshop to him while she was hospitalized around 2000 or 2001. Despite these allegations, Rick Harrison denies the charges, asserting that they are false and baseless.
Family Dynamics and Financial Disputes
Joanne Harrison had been married to her late husband for 58 years before his death. After his passing in 2018, Joanne purchased his 49 percent stake in the company. However, she alleges that Rick has yet to provide her with a full financial accounting of the pawnshop. Additionally, Joanne claims she is unable to obtain a complete account of the more than $500,000 in cash and silver that her husband reportedly accumulated before his death.
Relief Sought
In her lawsuit, Joanne Harrison is seeking specific damages and an injunction preventing Rick from accessing her money. She also requests that her belongings be placed in a trust to safeguard her interests.
This legal battle highlights the ongoing family and financial tensions that have emerged following the death of Richard Harrison and the complex dynamics within the Harrison family business.
