Civil Judgment

Bundy Ordered to Pay $52 Million, Likely Won’t, and Trump May Intervene

In a recent ruling, a federal bankruptcy judge denied anti-government activist Ammon Bundy the ability to discharge a $52 million civil judgment through bankruptcy. The judge sided with St. Luke’s Health System, determining that Bundy’s actions in defaming the hospital network were “willful and malicious,” a key factor preventing debt discharge. This decision stems from Bundy’s 2022 claims that St. Luke’s was involved in child trafficking, accusations that led to the original defamation lawsuit and a default judgment against him. The court cited Bundy’s failure to engage in the initial Idaho trial as a factor in the ruling, effectively upholding the original judgment and preventing him from avoiding accountability through bankruptcy.

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Alex Jones’s $1.3 Billion Sandy Hook Verdict Upheld

The appeals court’s decision to uphold the nearly $1.3 billion verdict against Alex Jones in the Sandy Hook defamation case is a significant development. It represents a legal victory for the families of the Sandy Hook victims who have long sought justice for the immense emotional distress caused by Jones’s false claims that the massacre was a hoax. This decision essentially confirms the initial jury’s findings, solidifying the substantial financial penalty against Jones.

The sheer magnitude of the $1.3 billion judgment is striking and naturally raises questions. While it’s easy to be overwhelmed by the sheer number, the amount likely reflects the severity and scale of Jones’s actions.… Continue reading