US President Donald Trump and the Justice Department are appealing to the Supreme Court to overturn an $83 million defamation verdict awarded to writer E. Jean Carroll, who accused Trump of sexual assault in 1996. Trump claims presidential immunity and protection under the Westfall Act for statements made during his presidency.
Rebel Wilson won a defamation lawsuit brought by Australian actor Charlotte MacInnes, who claimed Wilson's social media posts implied she lied about a sexual harassment complaint. Justice Elizabeth Raper ruled the posts were not defamatory, but questioned the truthfulness of testimonies from Wilson, MacInnes, and co-producer Amanda Ghost.
The BBC is demanding Donald Trump's personal text messages and financial data from roughly 400 companies as part of a £10bn defamation lawsuit. The suit stems from a Panorama documentary that Trump claims falsely implied he incited the January 6 Capitol riot.
Tan has been indicted without detention by the Seoul Central District Prosecutors’ Office on multiple defamation charges against President Lee, despite police initially closing the case due to jurisdiction concerns over Tan's foreign nationality and statements made in the US.
Actor Charlotte MacInnes plans to appeal her failed defamation case against Hollywood star Rebel Wilson, with a solicitor suggesting the judge's interpretations could potentially lead to a retrial or a different verdict. MacInnes sued Wilson over social media posts she argued damaged her reputation concerning a sexual assault claim.
Actress Rebel Wilson has won a defamation lawsuit brought by co-star Charlotte MacInnes, who alleged Wilson defamed her in social media posts. A federal court judge found MacInnes failed to prove serious harm, concluding a dispute over sexual harassment claims related to their film 'The Deb'.
Rebel Wilson has been cleared by a Sydney court of defaming actress Charlotte MacInnes. MacInnes sued Wilson over Instagram posts alleging she retracted a sexual harassment complaint. Justice Elizabeth Raper dismissed the case, finding the imputation not defamatory and ordering MacInnes to pay Wilson's costs.
A Florida judge ordered former President Donald Trump to release financial records from his revocable trust to the BBC as part of his $10bn defamation lawsuit against the corporation. The ruling, made during the first hearing in Miami, aids the BBC's defense against Trump's claim of financial loss from a Panorama episode about the US Capitol riot.
A federal judge ruled Donald Trump must disclose detailed financial information from his businesses as part of his $10bn defamation lawsuit against the BBC. The ruling, which could reveal his family trust's finances, also allows the BBC to subpoena Trump's inner circle.
Donald Trump's legal team is seeking an emergency injunction to force E. Jean Carroll to return the $5.6 million disbursed to her from an escrow account, hoping the Supreme Court will reverse the judgment for sexual abuse and defamation. Carroll's lawyers argue the judgment is final and she is entitled to the money.
Charles Winters filed a $20M lawsuit against Magic Mountain and Six Flags, alleging racial discrimination, retaliation, and wrongful termination during his three-year employment, including being denied employee ID, given strenuous tasks, and excluded from a party.
Dominion Voting Systems' $1.6 billion defamation lawsuit against Fox News is set to begin in Wilmington, Delaware, after jury selection concluded. The trial will scrutinize Fox's broadcast of 2020 election lies, with key figures from Murdoch Media expected to defend the network.
A US federal judge awarded Hunter Biden $1.7 million in damages from former Overstock.com CEO Patrick Byrne in a defamation suit. Byrne had repeatedly claimed Biden sought an $800 million bribe from Iran, allegations the judge found lacked evidence and were spread with intentional misrepresentation.
A Manhattan federal appeals court denied Donald Trump's request to delay paying over $5.8 million to E. Jean Carroll, including interest, following her sexual abuse and defamation trial. The court found Trump was stalling and ordered the payment to proceed.
A federal judge has ruled E Jean Carroll can collect over $5.8M from Donald Trump after the Supreme Court declined to hear his appeal. Trump's lawyers are attempting to block payment, citing potential irreparable harm if the funds are donated.
A US judge has authorized the payment of nearly $5.8 million to writer E. Jean Carroll, satisfying a 2023 civil verdict finding Donald Trump liable for sexual abuse and defamation. The funds were held in escrow during Trump's appeal, which was rejected by the Supreme Court.
A Manhattan federal court judge has ordered the release of over $5.8m Donald Trump owes E. Jean Carroll following her 2023 sexual abuse and defamation trial. Trump is appealing the decision.
The Delhi High Court is hearing a suit by cricketer Abhishek Sharma seeking protection against unauthorized use of his image, including AI-generated content. The court noted the overlap between personality rights and defamation in the digital age, particularly concerning AI-altered images.
Super Junior member Siwon has obtained a US court order to identify 10 anonymous netizens who posted defamatory and insulting comments about him on platforms like X and YouTube. The court's approval allows Siwon to pursue legal action in South Korea against those who allegedly caused him significant mental distress and damaged his professional reputation.
The Onion is launching a parody of Alex Jones' Infowars, with proceeds going to Sandy Hook families. The satirical venture aims to mimic Jones' style while The Onion continues its legal bid to acquire the conspiracy platform.
The Supreme Court declined to hear former President Donald Trump's appeal of a New York federal court verdict, which awarded E. Jean Carroll $5 million for sexual abuse and defamation. This decision affirms the 2023 jury verdict, while Trump continues to appeal an $83.3 million judgment in a separate defamation case.
The Supreme Court declined to revive Alan Dershowitz's $300 million defamation lawsuit against CNN, which he filed over the network's coverage of his remarks during Donald Trump's 2020 impeachment defense. Justices Gorsuch and Thomas dissented, calling for a reconsideration of legal standards for public figures.
The US Supreme Court has refused to hear Donald Trump's appeal in the civil case where he was found to have defamed and sexually abused writer E. Jean Carroll. A jury had awarded Carroll $5m in damages in 2023.
Korean American professor Morse Tan was questioned by South Korean police over alleged defamation of President Lee Jae Myung. Tan is accused of falsely claiming Lee was involved in murder as a teenager. He had previously failed to comply with summons and faced a travel ban until Tuesday.
