Former Matlock actor David Del Rio has initiated legal proceedings against CBS Studios after he was fired following allegations of sexual assault. Del Rio, who played attorney Billy Martinez on the show, alleges that evidence supporting the allegations was not considered fully. His lawyer, Shawn Holley, called the allegations "false and misleading" and stated that they caused Del Rio substantial professional and reputational harm. The allegations were investigated by CBS Studios, which produces Matlock, and led to Del Rio's dismissal in October. The show, which has been a hit for CBS, is believed to have involved Leah Lewis, Skye P.