Defaming

Jury Delivers Verdict: MyPillow CEO Found Liable for Defaming Dominion Employee in High-Profile Case

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Minneapolis, Minnesota — A jury has found Mike Lindell, the founder of MyPillow, liable for defamation against a former Dominion Voting Systems employee. Lindell’s accusations included claims that the employee had committed treason and was involved in the manipulation of the 2020 presidential election results. The case revolved around Lindell’s public statements and social media activity, where he repeatedly vilified Dominion, a pivotal player in the election technology arena. The jury’s decision underscores the legal ramifications of disseminating unfounded allegations that can severely harm an individual’s reputation. Court documents revealed that Lindell branded the former … Read more

$34.7 Million Verdict Against Walmart After Defaming Injured Truck Driver Over Medical Restrictions

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San Bernardino, California — In a striking court decision, Walmart Inc. has been ordered to pay a former truck driver $34.7 million after a jury found the retailer guilty of defamation and other charges. The case, which centers around accusations of “gross misconduct” and violations of “integrity” concerning the driver’s medical restrictions, has captured significant attention, highlighting tensions between employee health mandates and employer management practices. Jesus Fonseca, the plaintiff, was involved in a traffic incident in 2017 where his semitruck was rear-ended. Following the accident, medical guidelines limited his driving activities. However, complications arose … Read more

Former New York Mayor Rudy Giuliani Ordered to Pay $148 Million in Damages for Defaming Georgia Election Workers

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Washington, D.C. – A federal jury awarded $148 million in damages on Friday to two former Georgia election workers who filed a defamation lawsuit against Rudy Giuliani. The workers, Wandrea “Shaye” Moss and her mother Ruby Freeman, were subjected to racist threats and harassment after Giuliani spread lies about them in 2020. During the trial, Moss and Freeman tearfully recounted the emotional toll they endured as they became targets of a false conspiracy theory. Giuliani and other Republicans pushed the baseless claims in an effort to overturn the results of the 2020 election. As the … Read more