Defamation Suit Against Andrew Weissmann

A federal court denied a motion to dismiss a defamation suit by former White House lawyer Stefan Passantino against anti-Trump pundit Andrew Weissmann over false claims that Passantino coached a January 6 Committee witness to lie.

Resurrection of Sarah Palin's Lawsuit Against New York Times

Former Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin's lawsuit against the New York Times, claiming defamation in connection to a 2017 editorial, has been resurrected by a federal court after being dismissed in February 2022. The 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals found errors in the dismissal and ordered a retrial.

Ari Melber's Controversy with Corey Lewandowski

Far-left extremist and MSNBC propagandist Ari Melber threatened Donald Trump campaign adviser Corey Lewandowski with defamation, was caught lying, and locked his Twitter account. Melber ridiculed Trump's ear bandage as a spectacle, denied saying so, but evidence proved otherwise. Corporate media personalities like Melber often avoid accountability by hiding away rather than admitting mistakes and apologizing.

Confrontation between Ari Melber and Corey Lewandowski on MSNBC

MSNBC host Ari Melber confronts Donald Trump's campaign adviser Corey Lewandowski about allegedly spreading false information on air, leading to a potential defamation situation.

Arizona Election Official Confronts Lies and Bullies

Arizona election official faces death threats and harassment for correcting misinformation about voting ahead of the 2024 presidential election, including suing a Republican Senate candidate for defamation.

Nick Carter countersuing Melissa Schuman for defamation

Nick Carter denies sexually assaulting musician Melissa Schuman and countersues her for defamation. Schuman accused Carter of raping her in 2003.

Smartmatic Executives Indicted for Bribery

Two Smartmatic executives were indicted for allegedly bribing officials in the Philippines, leading to their leave of absence and potential prison time. Smartmatic has faced accusations of rigging the 2020 U.S. election, resulting in a defamation lawsuit against Fox News.

CNN Defamation Lawsuit Over Afghanistan Reporting

CNN faces defamation lawsuit over reporting on security consulting company's evacuation efforts in Afghanistan. Plaintiff alleges CNN smeared his company by implying illegal conduct. CNN argues focus was on exploitation of Afghan desperation, not legality under Taliban law.

Online Abuse Against Barbara Butch in 2024 Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony

French DJ and LGBTQ activist Barbara Butch is taking legal action over online abuse regarding her role as "Christ" in the 2024 Paris Olympics opening ceremony's "Last Supper" display, facing cyber-harassment and defamation. Organizers received criticism for the display, with Butch's attorney filing complaints against the perpetrators.

Legal Victories for Fox News

Fox News scored two major legal victories within 24 hours: Hunter Biden dropped his lawsuit over salacious images aired on Fox, and a federal judge dismissed a defamation case filed by a former Biden administration official.

Far-right news outlet Gateway Pundit's bankruptcy filing

Gateway Pundit, a far-right news outlet, filed for bankruptcy as a tactic to delay defamation lawsuits. Creditors are seeking to dismiss the bankruptcy case, questioning the company's finances. Founder Jim Hoft defended the filing as a reorganization tool. The company faces scrutiny for questionable loans to Hoft and possible misuse of bankruptcy laws.

Legal Battle Over Alex Jones' Infowars Show

Conspiracy theorist Alex Jones is facing a dispute among Sandy Hook families over the future of his Infowars show following defamation lawsuits. Majority of families accuse Texas parents of trying to grab money, trustee seeks to maximize assets to pay families, and Jones vows to continue show despite legal challenges.

Infowars founder Alex Jones facing bankruptcy and defamation verdicts

Infowars founder Alex Jones is facing a federal bankruptcy judge's decision to liquidate his personal assets, including his media company, to pay nearly $1.5 billion in damages to Sandy Hook families for spreading lies about the 2012 school shooting. Despite bankruptcy, Jones may still continue his conspiracy-laden broadcasts and face ongoing pursuit of his assets by the families.

Rudy Giuliani's Bankruptcy Case

Creditors in Rudy Giuliani's bankruptcy case are seeking a trustee to take control of his finances due to accusations of hiding assets, excessive spending, and failure to file required paperwork. Giuliani's creditors are frustrated and pushing for a third party to step in. Giuliani filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy after a $148 million defamation verdict, freezing efforts to collect the sum. The creditors argue for the appointment of an independent trustee to manage Giuliani's assets and financial affairs.

Legal Challenges for Right-Wing Media Outlets

Right-wing media outlets facing legal challenges for spreading misinformation about the 2020 election. Some have filed for bankruptcy or settled defamation lawsuits. The consequences of running disinformation campaigns are catching up with them.

Netflix sued for defamation over Baby Reindeer series

Netflix is being sued for defamation by Scottish lawyer Fiona Harvey over Richard Gadd’s Baby Reindeer series, where Harvey claims she is the inspiration behind the show’s Martha character, a stalker. Harvey is seeking injunctive relief and $120 million in damages.

Alex Jones Agrees to Liquidate Assets to Pay Sandy Hook Victims' Families

Alex Jones, who spread lies about the 2012 Sandy Hook Elementary shooting, has agreed to liquidate his assets to pay the nearly $1.5 billion in damages owed to the victims' families. He is on the brink of justice as the families fight for accountability, not just money.

Netflix Faces $170 Million Defamation Lawsuit Over Baby Reindeer Series

Netflix faces a $170 million defamation and negligence lawsuit over the TV series Baby Reindeer, which tells the story of a comedian's experience with an alleged stalker. The lawsuit claims that the series spread lies about a Scottish lawyer, ruining her life and reputation.

Elon Musk defamation lawsuit

A Texas judge refused Elon Musk's request to dismiss a defamation suit filed by a college student who claimed Musk wrongly identified him as a member of a right-wing extremist group. Musk's attempts to have the case dismissed were foiled by the judge.

Rudy Giuliani's Bankruptcy Troubles

Rudy Giuliani's bankruptcy creditors are seeking the appointment of a trustee due to his 'egregious spending habits' and 'false and misleading' filings. His financial troubles include tax liens, defamation judgments, lawsuits, and criminal indictments. Creditors accuse him of 'bankruptcy crimes' and mismanagement of assets. Even Giuliani's new 'Rudy Coffee' venture is under scrutiny for diverting income.

Donald Trump's attack on E Jean Carroll and ongoing legal battles

Former President Donald Trump took to Truth Social to attack E Jean Carroll and a federal judge, making false claims about defamation lawsuits and ongoing trials. Despite previous court rulings, he continues to lash out and faces a criminal hush money trial in Manhattan.

The Apprentice movie's failure to secure U.S. distribution deal at Cannes Film Festival

The movie 'The Apprentice' failed to secure a U.S. distribution deal at Cannes Film Festival following threats of a lawsuit from former President Donald Trump's campaign. Despite predictions of awards for actor Sebastian Stan, the movie left empty-handed. Trump's campaign denounced the film as 'malicious defamation' and threatened legal action.

Cease and Desist Letter Sent to Filmmakers of The Apprentice

Lawyers for former President Donald Trump have sent a cease and desist letter to the filmmakers of The Apprentice to block the movie's release, claiming it contains lies and defames President Trump. The filmmakers maintain that the movie is a fair and balanced portrait of Trump.

Delay in Graceland Sale and Smartmatic Lawsuit Against Newsmax

A Tennessee judge delays the sale of Graceland amidst claims of fraud by Elvis' granddaughter Riley Keough. Smartmatic alleges that Newsmax destroyed evidence in a lawsuit over false claims about rigging the 2020 election. Several defamation cases are pending against news organizations over similar claims.

Lawsuit against DJ Akademiks for rape and defamation

A woman has filed a lawsuit against DJ Akademiks for rape and defamation, claiming that he and another man sexually assaulted her. Akademiks denies all charges.

Judge Judy suing National Enquirer for defamation

Judge Judy is taking legal action against National Enquirer and InTouch Weekly for publishing false articles claiming she is seeking a new trial for the Menendez brothers. She is suing for defamation and seeking unspecified damages and a jury trial.

Fiona Harvey suing Netflix and Richard Gadd over Baby Reindeer portrayal

Fiona Harvey plans to sue Netflix and Richard Gadd, creator of Baby Reindeer, for defamation. She denies being the inspiration for the stalker character in the show and claims the series is fiction. Harvey accuses Gadd of lying and damaging her career with false depictions.

Defamation Lawsuits Against News Organizations

Former Secret Service agent sues news organizations for defamation over fabricated text messages linking him to Hunter Biden. Lawsuits allege reckless disregard for truth, resulting in damage to reputation and emotional distress, including threats to life and loss of business opportunities.

Hunter Biden suing Fox News for defamation

Hunter Biden plans to sue Fox News over defamation claims and exploitation of his image. The legal action is in response to alleged conspiracy and false reporting by Fox News.

Bill Maher defending Woody Allen against molestation allegation

Bill Maher defends Woody Allen against molestation allegation, criticizes actors who blacklisted him as "pussies," and argues for Allen's innocence based on lack of evidence and police investigations.

Alleged Rape in Australian Parliament House

Former government adviser found guilty of raping colleague in Parliament House office, Australian judge dismisses defamation suit against media company, case highlights issues with defamation laws in Australia

Vatican Prosecutor Files Charges Against Italian Catholic Journalist

Vatican prosecutor files charges against Italian Catholic journalist for defamation of Pope Francis and divulging confidential documents. The journalist claims the charges are an attempt at intimidation. The Vatican has a history of legal action against journalists deemed hostile.

Chicago Man Sues Women in Facebook Group over Defamation

A Chicago man is suing 27 women in a Facebook group for making disparaging remarks about him, claiming defamation of character. The lawsuit alleges that the comments harmed his reputation and standing in the community.

Rudy Giuliani's Bankruptcy Case and Florida Condo

Rudy Giuliani opposes selling his Florida condo in bankruptcy case, citing the need for podcast recording space and income generation. Facing debts including a $148 million judgment for defaming Georgia election workers.

Donald Trump's Defamation Lawsuit Against ABC News and George Stephanopoulos

Rep. Nancy Mace accuses ABC's George Stephanopoulos of trying to shame her for endorsing former President Trump in a heated interview. Donald Trump is suing ABC News and George Stephanopoulos for defamation after Stephanopoulos falsely stated that Trump was found liable for rape. Legal experts have differing opinions on the legitimacy of Trump's defamation case against ABC News and Stephanopoulos.

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's Defamation Lawsuit Over Deepfake Porn Video

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni is suing two men for creating and sharing a deepfake porn video of her online, with a court hearing set for July. The deepfake was made in 2020, before Meloni became Prime Minister. More than 400 AI experts, celebrities, and activists have called for regulations on deepfake technology due to its potential harm to society.

Allegations against Actor Jonathan Majors

Actor Jonathan Majors faces civil allegations including assault, battery, defamation, and infliction of emotional distress from his former girlfriend. He was convicted in a criminal trial and Marvel dropped him from upcoming films. The girlfriend filed a lawsuit in federal court in Manhattan.

Rep. Nancy Mace accuses ABC News of defamation over Trump rape claims

Rep. Nancy Mace, R-S.C., accuses ABC News and host George Stephanopoulos of defamation after he claimed on air that former President Trump was 'found liable for rape' during an interview with her. Mace, a rape survivor, calls out the partisan bias in the media and urges accountability.

Defamation Lawsuit Against ABC News and George Stephanopoulos

Former President Trump sues ABC News and George Stephanopoulos for defamation over questioning about Rep. Nancy Mace's endorsement of Trump despite recent lawsuits. Lawsuit claims Stephanopoulos falsely stated Trump was found 'liable for rape.' Trump seeks unspecified damages.

Accusations of Defamation Against ABC's George Stephanopoulos by Donald Trump

Rep. Nancy Mace accused ABC's George Stephanopoulos of trying to shame her for endorsing former President Trump in a heated interview. Trump is suing ABC News and George Stephanopoulos for defamation after Stephanopoulos said several times on air that Trump was found liable for rape. Mace, a rape survivor, felt personally attacked during the interview. Trump representatives sought a retraction from ABC, but the news outlet failed to apologize or correct the record. Trump's team has requested a jury trial.

Gina Carano's Lawsuit Against Disney

Actress Gina Carano files lawsuit against Disney for wrongful termination, claiming she was fired for expressing contrary opinions. Billionaire Elon Musk is funding her lawsuit. Carano alleges defamation by Disney. She criticizes Hollywood for punishing those who do not conform to a certain agenda.

Controversy between Deadspin and Barstool Sports

After the new owners of Deadspin laid off all employees, Dave Portnoy from Barstool Sports celebrated the news. Deadspin has a history of attacking Barstool and its owner, and has faced controversies of its own, including accusations of racism and defamation lawsuits.

Dak Prescott Accused of Sexual Assault

Dallas Cowboys QB Dak Prescott is suing a woman who accused him of sexual assault, claiming she and her attorneys are extorting him. Prescott denies the allegations and is fighting back with a lawsuit for defamation, slander, and civil extortion/duress.

College Admissions Bribery Scandal Lawsuit Against Netflix

John Wilson, a Massachusetts dad cleared of wrongdoing in a college admissions bribery scandal, is suing Netflix over a documentary that defamed him and his children. He claims the documentary falsely portrayed his son as a fake athlete seeking admission through bribes, despite evidence to the contrary.

Defamation Lawsuit against 'Are We Dating the Same Guy?' Facebook Group

Nikko D'Ambrosio is suing online platforms and members of the Facebook group 'Are We Dating the Same Guy?' for defamation, doxing, and invasion of privacy, claiming he was smeared by dozens of women in the group.

Donald Trump's Appeal of $83 Million Defamation Verdict

Attorneys for former President Donald Trump are appealing an $83 million defamation verdict awarded to writer E. Jean Carroll by posting a $91 million bond to prevent her from collecting while the appeal plays out. The judge ordered Carroll's attorneys to respond to Trump's request by Monday morning.

Donald Trump's Appeal of Defamation Ruling Against E. Jean Carroll

Former President Donald Trump argued that he should not have to pay a bond to appeal a defamation ruling against writer E. Jean Carroll, due to his wealth exceeding the judgment amount. The court denied Trump's request for a stay of enforcement of the judgment.

Conservative Political Action Conference and Matt Schlapp Sexual Assault Allegations

Conservative Political Action Conference faces sexual assault allegations against longtime leader Matt Schlapp, including document destruction and defamation lawsuit. Court records reveal key witness subpoenas and alleged incidents of unwanted physical advances. CPAC officials deny wrongdoing. Accuser seeks $13.5 million judgment. Schlapp and CPAC face mounting legal bills and declining influence. CPAC conference attendance declines amid controversy.

Dominion Voting Systems lawsuit against Newsmax Media

Dominion Voting Systems is entitled to review personal communications and text messages of Newsmax Media journalists in its defamation suit against the conservative media company. Newsmax sued for $1.6 billion in 2021 for defamation and false claims about the 2020 election. A trial is set to begin in September 2024. Dominion is seeking evidence of Newsmax's journalists' state of mind regarding the claims made.

Legal Troubles of Donald Trump and the Trump Organization

Former President Donald Trump and his sons were ordered to pay $354 million in damages after a court ruling that the Trump Organization committed fraud. Trump's attorney vows retribution against New York Attorney General Letitia James and Judge Arthur Engoron. Trump also owes $83.3 million to E. Jean Carroll for defamation.