Originally Published 2 months ago — by The Hollywood Reporter
Dr. Phil lost a court case that challenged his media startup's bankruptcy, which the court found was improperly filed to favor certain creditors and involved misconduct such as deleting incriminating messages. The case will now proceed as a Chapter 7 liquidation, with a trustee overseeing asset sales and ongoing litigation, including allegations of financial misconduct and breach of contract.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Variety
Trinity Broadcasting Network (TBN) filed a lawsuit against Dr. Phil and his company Peteski Productions, accusing them of a years-long fraudulent scheme to defraud TBN and enrich themselves, amid the bankruptcy of Merit Street Media, a joint venture involving Dr. Phil. The lawsuit alleges misrepresentations, breach of contract, and misconduct related to the production and funding of the 'Dr. Phil' show and the formation of Merit Street, with TBN seeking damages and legal remedies.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by The Hollywood Reporter
Dr. Phil's media company, Merit Street, filed for bankruptcy and is being sued by Trinity Broadcasting over a $500 million deal, with allegations of fraud, breach of contract, and failure to deliver episodes, while Merit Street counters with claims of misconduct by Trinity Broadcasting.
