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politics3 months ago

Trump’s Lawsuit Against The New York Times: A Threat to Free Speech

Donald Trump has sued the New York Times and other media outlets, primarily to serve his performative political goals and intimidate critics, rather than to win in court. These lawsuits pose a threat to press freedom by potentially chilling media criticism and leveraging Trump's presidential powers to suppress dissent. Experts suggest stricter legal standards and restrictions on media ownership by wealthy individuals to protect democracy and free speech.

via The Guardian|
#censorship#defamation-lawsuits#first-amendment
law-and-politics1 year ago

"Legal Tactics Against Political Disinformation: Defamation Lawsuits in Action"

Lawyers like Michael J. Gottlieb are using defamation lawsuits as a tool to combat political disinformation, representing clients targeted by false accusations and conspiracy theories. Gottlieb, along with a growing group of legal professionals, is deploying defamation, one of the oldest areas of the law, to hold individuals accountable for spreading false information that harms reputations. This legal strategy has gained traction in response to the proliferation of disinformation in the digital age, with organizations like Protect Democracy supporting these efforts to address the spread of falsehoods in public discourse and democracy.

via The New York Times|
#defamation-lawsuits#law-and-politics#legal-strategies
business1 year ago

"MyPillow Eviction Saga: Mike Lindell's Financial Woes"

MyPillow, owned by Mike Lindell, is facing eviction from a Minnesota warehouse due to unpaid rent totaling around $217,000. Lindell denies financial troubles and claims the eviction is a formality as the landlord wants to take back the property. The company lost a major advertising platform and was dropped by national retailers, leading to a credit crunch last year. Lindell continues to face legal challenges, including a $5 million arbitration award and defamation lawsuits from voting machine companies.

via Yahoo! Voices|
#business#defamation-lawsuits#eviction
legal-politics1 year ago

"Judge Orders MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell to Pay $5 Million to 'Prove Mike Wrong Challenge' Winner"

A federal judge has ordered MyPillow founder Mike Lindell to pay $5 million to a man who won his "Prove Mike Wrong" 2020 election challenge. Lindell plans to appeal the decision, but the plaintiff's attorney says Lindell will have to pay up in the meantime. The plaintiff, a software developer and Trump supporter, attended a cyber symposium hosted by Lindell and entered the contest to access data that Lindell claimed could overturn the election. Despite Lindell's claims of financial hardship, the judge affirmed the arbitration award, stating that the court's review of an arbitration award is very limited. Lindell has also expressed financial struggles in defending defamation lawsuits brought by voting machine companies.

via NBC News|
#arbitration#defamation-lawsuits#election-challenge
business2 years ago

Mike Lindell's Financial Downfall: MyPillow Empire Crumbles

MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell, a prominent election denier, is facing financial difficulties as his attorneys seek court permission to quit defending him against defamation lawsuits by voting machine companies. Lindell confirmed that he is out of money and unable to pay his legal bills, which could amount to millions of dollars. This is the latest setback for Lindell, whose products have been discontinued by major retailers due to his promotion of baseless claims about the 2020 election. Despite the financial challenges, Lindell vows to continue fighting and keep MyPillow going.

via WOODTV.com|
#business#defamation-lawsuits#election-denier
business2 years ago

Mike Lindell's MyPillow Empire Crumbles as Legal Bills Go Unpaid

Mike Lindell, CEO of MyPillow and election denier, has confirmed that he is out of money and unable to pay his legal bills in the defamation lawsuits filed against him by voting machine companies. His attorneys are seeking court permission to quit, citing millions of dollars in unpaid fees and the inability to cover future legal expenses. Lindell blames Dominion, Smartmatic, and the news media for his financial and legal setbacks, and claims that his company has lost hundreds of millions of dollars. Despite the challenges, Lindell vows to continue fighting and keep MyPillow going.

via NBC4 WCMH-TV|
#business#defamation-lawsuits#financial-setbacks
politics2 years ago

Mike Lindell's Financial Woes: Millions in Unpaid Legal Fees

Lawyers representing Mike Lindell, the founder of MyPillow and a prominent supporter of the election denial movement, have filed to withdraw from several defamation lawsuits, citing unpaid fees amounting to "millions" of dollars. This development suggests that Lindell is facing financial stress. Smartmatic, one of the firms suing Lindell, expressed concern that he was using the news to fundraise for his election fraud campaign. Lindell's financial troubles come as a result of his activism related to the 2020 presidential election, which he claims has contributed to his financial woes. He has spent millions on conferences, legal efforts, and his own digital media venture to promote unproven conspiracy theories about the election. Additionally, Lindell's company, MyPillow, has faced setbacks, including the loss of distribution contracts with major retailers. Lindell's financial situation may impact the broader election denial movement and conservative media outlets that he has supported financially.

via The New York Times|
#defamation-lawsuits#election-denial-movement#financial-troubles
business2 years ago

MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell's Financial Woes Lead to Unpaid Legal Fees

Attorneys representing MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell in defamation lawsuits by voting machine companies are seeking court permission to quit, citing Lindell's inability to pay their legal bills. Lindell confirmed that he is out of money and blamed Dominion, Smartmatic, and the news media for his financial and legal troubles. Lindell's firm has faced setbacks, including discontinued products by major retailers, and he now plans to sell his assets to continue fighting the election results. Lindell's lawyers are withdrawing from the cases, and Lindell is in the process of finding new representation.

via ABC News|
#business#defamation-lawsuits#financial-setbacks
legalfinancial2 years ago

Mike Lindell's Financial Crisis: Lawyers Seek to Withdraw Due to Serious Money Troubles

Attorneys representing MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell in defamation lawsuits filed by Dominion Voting Systems and Smartmatic are seeking court permission to withdraw from the cases, citing Lindell's inability to pay their fees and the serious financial risk it poses to their firms. Lindell, a staunch election denier, admitted in a video that he is out of money and unable to pay his lawyers. This is the latest setback for Lindell, who has faced legal and financial challenges after major retailers dropped his products and he lost millions of dollars. Lindell vowed to continue fighting to "secure elections" despite his financial difficulties.

via Fortune|
#defamation-lawsuits#dominion-voting-systems#financial-troubles
business2 years ago

Mike Lindell's Financial Woes Deepen as Legal Bills Mount

Mike Lindell, CEO of MyPillow and a prominent election denier, has confirmed that he is out of money and unable to pay his legal bills in the defamation lawsuits filed against him by voting machine companies. His attorneys are seeking court permission to quit, citing millions of dollars in unpaid fees and the inability to cover future legal expenses. Lindell blames Dominion, Smartmatic, and the news media for his financial setbacks and vows to continue fighting. Several major retailers have discontinued his products, and Lindell has faced other legal setbacks, including a $5 million arbitration ruling against him.

via St. Paul Pioneer Press|
#business#defamation-lawsuits#election-denier
sports2 years ago

Patrick Reed's Defamation Lawsuits Dismissed by Federal Judge

A federal judge in Florida has dismissed golfer Patrick Reed's $750 million defamation lawsuits against the Golf Channel, various commentators, and media outlets. The judge ruled that Reed's complaints did not provide sufficient evidence of actual malice, and many of the statements in question were not specifically about Reed or were matters of opinion. Reed had accused the defendants of conspiring to destroy the LIV Golf Tour and labeled him as a cheater, liar, thief, murderer, and someone who accepts blood money from terrorists. The judge will decide whether the defendants are entitled to recover attorney's fees and court costs from Reed.

via ESPN|
#defamation-lawsuits#golf-channel#lawsuit-dismissed
business2 years ago

Fox Faces Lawsuit Over Election Falsehoods by New York City Pension Funds

New York City's pension funds have filed a lawsuit against Fox Corporation and its board, accusing the company of neglecting its duty to shareholders by repeatedly broadcasting falsehoods about the 2020 presidential election. The lawsuit, filed in the Delaware Court of Chancery, alleges that Fox knowingly amplified false claims about election rigging, exposing itself to defamation lawsuits. The pension funds, representing nearly 800,000 workers and worth $253 billion, argue that Fox's executives and board have failed to take action to minimize the risk of defamation litigation. The State of Oregon has also joined the lawsuit. Fox settled a defamation lawsuit brought by Dominion Voting Systems in April for $787.5 million and faces a similar lawsuit from Smartmatic.

via The New York Times|
#business#defamation-lawsuits#election-falsehoods
legal2 years ago

"Giuliani's Latest Legal Challenge Targets Georgia Election Interference"

Rudy Giuliani has filed a new legal challenge against the criminal charges he faces in Georgia over his attempts to subvert the 2020 presidential election. Giuliani argues that there are deficiencies in the indictment and that prosecutors are violating his rights against double jeopardy. He has been charged with 13 crimes, including violating the state's racketeering law and making false statements. Giuliani is also facing defamation lawsuits from Dominion and Smartmatic, and a judge ruled that he defamed two Georgia election workers. Additionally, the Georgia election workers who won a defamation lawsuit against Giuliani are seeking an additional $104,000 in attorneys' fees.

via CNN|
#defamation-lawsuits#election-interference#georgia
business2 years ago

Mike Lindell's MyPillow Equipment Auctioned Off Amidst Retailer Backlash

MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell predicts that the defamation lawsuits he's facing from voting software companies will be dismissed, comparing it to a scene from the movie "My Cousin Vinny." He claims that major retailers boycotting his products, such as Bed Bath & Beyond, have suffered financially as a result. Despite losing significant sales, MyPillow has shifted its focus to direct marketing and online sales. Lindell believes his company will eventually be vindicated and has submitted evidence to Dominion and Smartmatic in his cases. He plans to host another event next month to "fix the elections" and claims to have evidence that will lead to a cinematic ending.

via The Daily Beast|
#boycott#business#defamation-lawsuits
media2 years ago

Ailes's Widow Blames Murdochs for Fox News Turmoil

Elizabeth Ailes, the widow of former Fox News CEO Roger Ailes, has accused the Murdoch family of "wreaking havoc" on the network since her husband's departure. She also criticised Rupert Murdoch's sons and called her late husband a "genius" who built Fox News into a "powerhouse". The network is facing several costly defamation lawsuits, including a $2.7bn suit from Smartmatic. Fox News reported a $54m loss for Q1 2021.

via The Guardian|
#defamation-lawsuits#elizabeth-ailes#fox-news