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www.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago
US Elections

Stormy Daniels and Trump Have Met in Court Before, to Her Detriment

Stormy Daniels previously filed a defamation lawsuit against Donald Trump, which failed and led to damaging consequences for her and her lawyer. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 months ago
New York City

E. Jean Carroll Could Sue Trump Again Over New Attacks, Lawyer Suggests

E. Jean Carroll's lawyer may file another defamation lawsuit against Donald Trump.
A $91.6 million bond was posted by Trump, preventing payment while he appeals defamation verdicts. [ more ]
time.com
2 months ago
US politics

Trump Posts $92 Million Bond to Support Jury Award to E. Jean Carroll in Defamation Suit

Donald Trump secures $91.6 million bond from Chubb to cover defamation lawsuit while appealing.
Trump's legal challenges involve significant financial pressure from defamation and fraud lawsuits. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
4 months ago
New York City

Roberta Kaplan, a Legal Force, Was Carroll's Lawyer and Trump's Nemesis

Roberta Kaplan questioned Donald Trump under oath in a defamation lawsuit filed by E. Jean Carroll.
During the deposition, Trump insulted Kaplan and called her a political operative. [ more ]
Boston.com
4 months ago
US politics

Donald Trump must pay an additional $83.3 million to E. Jean Carroll in defamation case, jury says

A jury awarded $83.3 million to E. Jean Carroll in a defamation lawsuit against Donald Trump for his social media attacks against her.
This is the second verdict against Trump in a case brought by Carroll, raising the total amount he must pay her to $88.3 million. [ more ]
Independent.ie
4 months ago
US politics

Donald Trump must pay E. Jean Carroll $83.3 million in damages in defamation case, jury finds

E. Jean Carroll, who accused Donald Trump of rape, has been awarded $2.7 million in a defamation suit against him.
This is the second lawsuit in which Carroll has prevailed against Trump. In the first, she was awarded $5 million in damages. [ more ]
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Brooklyn Paper
2 weeks ago
Brooklyn

Council Member Inna Vernikov sued for defamation by Russian-language media mogul * Brooklyn Paper

Southern Brooklyn Council Member Inna Vernikov is being sued for defamation by media mogul Gregory Davidzon. [ more ]
Washington Post
19 hours ago
US news

Jury awards drag performer $1.1M in case against blogger who made false posts

Eric Posey won over $1.1 million in a defamation lawsuit against conservative blogger Summer Bushnell for false claims made after his drag performances at an Idaho Pride event. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 days ago
US news

Idaho Drag Performer Wins Over $1.1 Million in Defamation Suit Against Blogger

A drag performer in Idaho won a defamation lawsuit against a blogger for false claims, receiving $1.1 million in damages for defamation and punitive damages. [ more ]
Southern Coalition for Social Justice
5 days ago
Social justice

NC Supreme Court Sides with Political Operatives Instead of Voters in Defamation Case

The North Carolina Supreme Court upheld the protection of defamatory statements made by political operatives during judicial proceedings. [ more ]
#media-ethics
Above the Law
2 weeks ago
Law

Judge Judy Adds To National Enquirer Woes Filing Defamation Suit As Publication Reels From Trump Trial

The National Enquirer's unethical reporting practices are under scrutiny amid a defamation lawsuit by Judge Judy against its parent company. [ more ]
www.mediaite.com
2 months ago
Digital life

LSU's Kim Mulkey Rips Washington Post Over 'Hit Piece'

Kim Mulkey criticizes Washington Post for alleged hit piece
Mulkey threatens defamation lawsuit against the Post [ more ]
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Fort Worth Star-Telegram
3 weeks ago
Dallas Cowboys

Report: NFL Network doesn't plan to renew Dallas Cowboys legend's contract

Michael Irvin is departing from the NFL Network due to broader layoffs, not related to a previous incident at the Super Bowl. [ more ]
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4 weeks ago
LGBT

No, right-wing activist Riley Gaines hasn't just won $10m from Whoopi Goldberg

Stories circulating about Riley Gaines winning a $10 million payout from Whoopi Goldberg for defamation are false and originated from a satirical website. [ more ]
#climate-science
www.cbc.ca
4 weeks ago
OMG science

Canadian writer Mark Steyn ordered to pay climate scientist $1M US after defamation trial | CBC News

Climate scientist Michael Mann awarded $1 million in lawsuit against writers for defamation over comparing him to a convicted child molester. [ more ]
www.nature.com
3 months ago
Science

What a Climatologist's Defamation Case Victory Means for Scientists

Climate scientist Michael Mann has won a defamation lawsuit against two conservative commentators who compared him to a convicted child molester.
The jury awarded Mann over $1 million in a landmark case that serves as a warning to those who attack scientists in controversial fields.
This verdict sends a strong signal that individual scientists should not be accused of serious misconduct without strong evidence. [ more ]
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www.queerty.com
1 month ago
Law

Kari Lake drives her Senate campaign further into the ground with more chaos & courtroom embarrassments

Kari Lake's legal challenges related to her gubernatorial defeat continue to result in losses, with the Supreme Court dismissing her lawsuit against electronic voting machines. [ more ]
www.npr.org
1 month ago
Left-wing politics

Voting technology company settles lawsuit against OAN over 2020 election claims

Voting technology company Smartmatic settled defamation lawsuit with One America News Network related to 2020 election conspiracy theories. [ more ]
Fort Worth Star-Telegram
2 months ago
Dallas Cowboys

Defamation suit against Cowboys owner Jerry Jones dismissed by judge

Legal dispute between Jerry Jones and Alexandra Davis resolved in court.
Jones accused of defamation by Davis, case dismissed by judge. [ more ]
Pitchfork
3 months ago
Music

Marilyn Manson Ordered to Pay Evan Rachel Wood's Legal Fees by Judge

Marilyn Manson ordered to pay Evan Rachel Wood's legal fees in defamation lawsuit
The defamation lawsuit against Wood has had many accusations thrown out, but other claims are still pending. [ more ]
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Above the Law
3 months ago
Law

Alina Habba Will Show This So-Called Jury A Thing Or Two - See Also

Trump's lawyer is frustrated with a jury verdict.
Roberta Kaplan is determined to secure $83 million for E. Jean Carroll. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
4 months ago
New York City

Trump's Defamation Trial Delayed Until Thursday

The trial of E. Jean Carroll's defamation lawsuit against Donald J. Trump has been postponed for an additional day and will resume on Thursday.
The trial was initially delayed because a juror reported flu-like symptoms and needed to get a Covid test. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
4 months ago
New York City

Trump's Defamation Trial Delayed Until Thursday

The trial of E. Jean Carroll's defamation lawsuit against Donald J. Trump has been postponed for another day and will resume Thursday.
The trial was originally postponed due to a juror reporting flu-like symptoms and getting a Covid test.
If Mr. Trump testifies, it would likely happen on Thursday or Friday. [ more ]
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www.theguardian.com
4 months ago
France news

Karim Benzema sues French minister for defamation over Muslim Brotherhood claims

Karim Benzema has filed a defamation suit against the French interior minister Gerald Darmanin for accusing him of having links with the Muslim Brotherhood
The legal challenge argues that Benzema has no connection with the organization [ more ]
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www.nytimes.com
5 months ago
US politics

Giuliani Was Ordered to Pay $148 Million. What Happens Now?

Rudolph W. Giuliani has been ordered to pay $148 million in damages to two former Georgia election workers he defamed.
Giuliani plans to appeal the verdict, and the judge will need to enter a judgment ordering the amount he is required to pay. [ more ]
www.mediaite.com
5 months ago
US politics

How Are You Gonna Collect?' Joy Reid Lists Giuliani's Massive Financial Woes and Asks Plaintiffs' Lawyer How They're Going to Get Paid

Rudy Giuliani has been ordered to pay $148 million in a defamation lawsuit filed against him by two election workers in Georgia.
The plaintiffs' attorney is planning to use enforcement measures such as liens and garnishments to collect the awarded sum. [ more ]
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Washington Post
5 months ago
US politics

Rudy Giuliani ordered to pay $148 million for false 2020 election claims

Rudy Giuliani plans to appeal the $148 million judgment against him in a defamation suit from two Georgia election workers.
A federal jury ordered Giuliani to pay $148 million to the workers for defamation, asserting that he exposed them to abuse and trauma by promoting false claims about the 2020 election. [ more ]
Boston.com
5 months ago
US politics

Jury awards $148M to Georgia election workers over Giuliani's 2020 vote lies

Former Georgia election workers awarded $148 million in damages in defamation lawsuit against Rudy Giuliani
Giuliani found liable for falsely accusing women of ballot fraud [ more ]
www.esquire.com
5 months ago
US politics

Rudy Giuliani Not Testifying in Georgia Election Defamation Case

Rudolph Giuliani may lose defamation lawsuit in Georgia and be required to pay $43 million to Ruby Freeman and Shaye Moss.
Giuliani cast doubt on testifying in his own defense after previously stating he would testify. [ more ]
HuffPost
5 months ago
US politics

Giuliani Lawyer Says Georgia Election Workers' Damages Demand Amounts To 'Death Penalty'

Lawyers for two Georgia election workers played audio recordings in court of graphic and racist threats they received after Giuliani falsely accused them of fraud.
The trial will determine how much Giuliani must pay in damages, with the women's lawyers estimating reputational damages could reach $47 million. [ more ]
Washington Post
5 months ago
US politics

Rudy Giuliani's election defamation trial to start today with opening statements

Former New York mayor Rudy Giuliani is facing a defamation lawsuit filed by two Georgia election workers, seeking up to $43.5 million in damages.
Giuliani made false claims about the workers, alleging they brought in fake votes for Joe Biden during the 2020 election. [ more ]
english.elpais.com
5 months ago
US politics

Jury selection begins in election workers' defamation damages trial against Rudy Giuliani

Jury selection has begun in the federal case determining how much Rudy Giuliani has to pay two Georgia election workers he falsely accused of fraud.
The trial will only determine the amount of damages, if any, Giuliani must pay and his lawyer stated that Giuliani is expected to take the witness stand. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
5 months ago
US politics

Jury seated in Giuliani election workers' defamation trial

Rudy Giuliani faces a federal trial to determine the amount of damages he must pay to two Georgia election workers he falsely accused of fraud.
Giuliani is expected to take the witness stand, potentially jeopardizing his position in a separate criminal case in Georgia. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
5 months ago
US politics

Rudy Giuliani to appear in court over defamation of 2020 election workers

Rudy Giuliani is defending himself in a defamation lawsuit over false statements he made about election workers.
The case seeks to hold Trump allies accountable and test the use of defamation law against misinformation. [ more ]
Axios
5 months ago
US politics

What to know about Giuliani's trial for defaming Georgia election workers

A civil trial is set to begin to determine the damages Rudy Giuliani must pay for defaming two Georgia election workers.
Giuliani's legal and financial troubles are mounting as a result of the trial. [ more ]
New York Post
5 months ago
US politics

Jury trial will decide how much Giuliani must pay election workers over false election fraud claims

Rudy Giuliani will have to pay damages to two Georgia election workers in a defamation lawsuit
The trial will determine the amount of damages Giuliani must pay [ more ]
Investing.com
6 months ago
Marketing

X may lose up to $75 million by year-end on advertiser exodus - NYT By Reuters

X could lose up to $75 million in advertising revenue by the end of the year as major brands pause their marketing campaigns on the platform
X has sued Media Matters, alleging defamation after the organization published a report claiming ads for major brands appeared next to posts touting Adolf Hitler and the Nazi party
Since Elon Musk's takeover of X in October 2022, the platform's U.S. ad revenue has declined at least 55% year-over-year each month [ more ]
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