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Jury Rules Against MyPillow’s Mike Lindell in Defamation Case, Orders $2.3 Million Damages for Dominion Executive

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A federal jury in Denver has concluded that businessman Mike Lindell defamed Eric Coomer, a former employee of Dominion Voting Systems, ordering Lindell to pay approximately $2.3 million in damages. The jury’s decision falls significantly short of the $62.7 million sought by Coomer, chiefly because it dismissed several claims that Lindell and his companies, MyPillow and FrankSpeech, were accountable for comments made by third parties on platforms he oversaw. Coomer’s attorney, Charles Caine, expressed relief over the verdict, highlighting the toll the situation has taken on his client’s life. “Coomer has been through a lot … Read more

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

Judge Rules Newsmax Defamed Dominion Voting Systems, Jury to Decide on Malice and Damages

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Wilmington, Delaware — A Delaware judge recently ruled that Newsmax, a conservative channel known for its pro-Trump stance, defamed Dominion Voting Systems by falsely claiming the company manipulated the 2020 presidential election results. This decision, handed down by Delaware Superior Court Judge Eric Davis, arrives just weeks ahead of a scheduled jury trial set to commence on April 28, where the issue of malice in Newsmax’s actions will be assessed. This legal battle mirrors Dominion’s previous lawsuit against Fox News, which culminated in a settlement of $787 million in 2023, setting a record. Similarly to … Read more

Old Dominion Freight Settles Lawsuit Over Alleged Biometric Privacy Breaches in Illinois

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Thomasville, N.C. — North Carolina-based Old Dominion Freight Line has recently settled a lawsuit concerning allegations of mismanagement of biometric data under Illinois’ stringent privacy laws. This case is part of a growing trend of legal challenges over biometric information privacy involving various transportation companies. The lawsuit, initiated against Old Dominion by a group of current and former employees, stemmed from the company’s use of biometric data through time clocks that required employees to scan their fingerprints. This practice led to the capture and storage of biometric identifiers, a process regulated under the Illinois Biometric … Read more