Defamation

Donald Trump Seeks New Trial or Reduced $83.3 Million Jury Award in Defamation Case

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NEW YORK, NY – Former President Donald Trump is requesting a judge to either significantly reduce the $83.3 million jury award or grant a new trial in the defamation case brought against him by E. Jean Carroll. Trump argues that the judge overseeing the case, Judge Lewis Kaplan, wrongly prohibited him from defending himself during his brief testimony and that this warrants a new trial. In court filings, Trump’s lawyers assert that Kaplan erred in stopping Trump from testifying about “his own state of mind” and in providing an “erroneous jury instruction on the definition … Read more

Former President Trump Seeks New Trial or Reduced Damages in E. Jean Carroll Defamation Case

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Manhattan, New York City – Former President Donald Trump is seeking a new trial or a substantial reduction in the $83.3 million in damages awarded to writer E. Jean Carroll in her defamation case. Trump’s lawyers argue that U.S. District Judge Lewis Kaplan limited the former president’s defense during his brief testimony, which lasted less than five minutes. They claim that this restriction influenced the jury’s verdict, making a new trial necessary. Trump’s legal team filed a 44-page document, affirming that the court restricted the scope of Trump’s testimony just before he took the stand. … Read more

Lawyers Slam Trump’s Attempt to Evade $83.3 Million Defamation Award

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NEW YORK (AP) — Lawyers representing writer E. Jean Carroll have urged a judge to reject former President Donald Trump’s attempt to avoid paying the required security to secure an $83.3 million defamation award. They argue that Trump’s promise to pay the judgment, which they believe will be overturned on appeal, is unreliable and holds no legal weight. In a submission to U.S. District Judge Lewis A. Kaplan, Carroll’s lawyers stated that Trump’s argument for relief essentially boils down to a plea of “trust me.” They claim that Trump’s promises lack substance and accountability. The … Read more

Tether Investor Takes Legal Action After Alleged Defamation by Prominent Media Outlet

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MIAMI (AP) – A Tether shareholder has recently filed a lawsuit against the Wall Street Journal (WSJ), alleging defamation. The lawsuit accuses the renowned publication of publishing false and misleading information about Tether, a controversial cryptocurrency firm known for its stablecoin, which is widely used in the digital asset world. The shareholder, whose identity remains undisclosed, claims that the WSJ’s reporting caused significant harm to Tether’s reputation and resulted in financial losses for the shareholder. Tether has been involved in numerous controversies and legal issues in recent years, with critics expressing concerns over its lack … Read more