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2026-03-03 22:50:05

TikTok Tarot Reader Fined $10M for Murder Defamation

A TikTok influencer who falsely accused a University of Idaho professor of involvement in the 2022 student murders has been ordered to pay $10 million in damages for defamation. The jury found her claims caused severe harm to the professor's life and career. read more

2026-02-26 09:40:10

Palins Defamation Case Against NYT Returns to Court

A Manhattan jury is rehearing Sarah Palin's defamation case against The New York Times. She claims a 2017 editorial falsely linked her rhetoric to a mass shooting. The Times admits an error but says it corrected the record promptly. read more

2025-01-16 20:00:03

Rudy Giuliani fails to appear at trial over defamation damages.

Rudy Giuliani fails to appear at trial to determine turning over possessions in defamation case, including a Florida condo and World Series rings. The trial has been delayed due to his absence, despite being previously found in contempt of court twice. read more

2024-12-19 15:20:08

Massachusetts Newspaper Closes After Defamation Settlement with Mayor

A 139-year-old Massachusetts newspaper faced closure following a $1.1 million settlement in a defamation case with the mayor, accused of false reporting. The paper published articles labeling the mayor as "Kickback Carlo," damaging trust in journalism. read more

2024-12-19 03:10:05

Massachusetts Newspaper Shuts Down After Defamation Settlement with Mayor

A 139-year-old Massachusetts newspaper closed after a $1.1 million settlement due to publishing false stories about Mayor Carlo DeMaria, dubbing him 'Kickback Carlo'. The articles were part of a smear campaign for personal gain, impacting local news in Everett. read more

2024-12-16 05:40:05

ABC Settles $15 Million Defamation Lawsuit with Trump Critics

ABC settled a $15 million defamation lawsuit with Donald Trump after claims by George Stephanopoulos. Legal analysts criticized the settlement, calling it a sellout and alarmingly obedient. The settlement avoided potentially damaging evidence, and media suggested it was to prevent embarrassing leaks. read more

2024-12-06 01:40:08

Rudy Giuliani Faces Jail Time Over Defamation and Financial Woes

Rudy Giuliani, Trump's former attorney, faces contempt threats in Manhattan and Washington, DC, after being found liable for defamation and bankruptcy. Facing jail time, Giuliani is embroiled in legal battles, struggling to comply with court orders related to election conspiracy theories. read more

2024-11-23 23:10:08

Election Workers Accuse Giuliani of Obstruction in Asset Recovery

Attorneys for election workers defamed by Rudy Giuliani penned a scathing letter accusing him of trying to intimidate them and obstruct the recovery of his assets. Giuliani's attempts to appeal the defamation ruling are seen as delaying tactics. read more

2024-11-16 15:40:07

Rudy Giuliani Surrenders Watches and Car in Defamation Verdict

Giuliani's lawyer referred to him as a 'victim of political persecution' regarding a defamation case. Giuliani handed over watches and a Mercedes to Georgia election workers for a judgment. The judge approved selling Giuliani's assets, including a Manhattan apartment and memorabilia. read more

2024-11-15 20:20:06

Rudy Giuliani surrenders luxury watches amid defamation lawsuit fallout

Rudy Giuliani is relinquishing his luxury watches ahead of a deadline in a defamation case, following a judgment against him by two former Georgia election workers. His spokesperson posted a video showcasing the surrendered watches. read more

2024-11-14 03:00:17

Giuliani's lawyers quit over hidden assets in defamation case

Rudy Giuliani's lawyers quit his defamation case after he failed to surrender property, leading to a court hearing and concerns of asset concealment. The former NYC mayor faced accusations from women he defamed in the aftermath of the 2020 election. read more

2024-11-07 13:40:08

"Rudy Giuliani Faces Legal Trouble Over Defamation Judgment Noncompliance"

Rudy Giuliani faces court for missing assets deadline in a $148m defamation case. Former NYC mayor ordered to appear after his valuables weren't surrendered. Assets include an apartment, a car, and memorabilia. Giuliani's team failed at postponing the appearance. read more

2024-10-22 20:40:07

Judge orders Rudy Giuliani to hand over assets to exonerated election workers

Rudy Giuliani ordered to relinquish his Manhattan apartment, vintage car, watches, and more to Georgia election workers he defamed after a jury awarded them $150m. Giuliani, appealing the decision, must surrender assets within seven days. read more

2024-10-22 19:50:04

Rudy Giuliani Ordered to Surrender Penthouse, Watches, Amid Legal Troubles

A federal judge orders Rudy Giuliani to surrender a Manhattan penthouse, 26 watches, and funds from Trump's campaign, to repay election workers he defamed. The list comprises assets like sports memorabilia and a Mercedes-Benz, with exemptions for World Series rings. read more

2024-08-30 18:50:09

"Giuliani Ordered to Pay $148 Million in Defamation Case"

Rudy Giuliani ordered to pay $148m in defamation case as two Georgia election workers seek control of his assets, including properties, a Mercedes-Benz, and sports memorabilia. Giuliani tried to avoid payment through bankruptcy, but faces challenges in enforcing the judgment. read more

2024-08-02 23:20:07

Rudy Giuliani's Bankruptcy Case Dismissed, Creditors Can Pursue Collections

Rudy Giuliani's bankruptcy case, stemming from a defamation verdict of $148 million, has been officially dismissed by a federal judge. As a result, election workers pursuing the owed sum can now seek redress through the courts, including potentially seizing Giuliani's assets. read more

2024-05-25 21:40:04

An Idaho drag performer wins a $1.1 million defamation case against a far-right blogger who falsely accused him of exposure. The blogger shared a doctored video implying indecent behavior, but the jury found her claims false. read more

2024-04-25 18:30:04

A federal court denied former President Trump's request for a new trial in the E Jean Carroll defamation case, upholding the $18mn compensatory damages. The ruling highlighted the impact of Trump's defamatory remarks on Carroll. read more