JonathanTurley

JUNE 2, 2022

The massive verdict in favor of actor Johnny Depp yesterday constitutes a rare victory of a public figure under the difficult New York Times v. The defamation laws are far more advantageous for defendants in the UK and most plaintiffs try to litigate such claims in the U.S. YouTube screengrab. Sullivan standard for defamation.

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JonathanTurley

MAY 23, 2021

A new lawsuit by the Chinese American Civil Rights Coalition has garnered national attention in the media where former President Donald Trump is being sued for his use of such terms as the “Chinese Virus,” “China Virus,” “Wuhan Flu,” and “ Kung Flu.” Major loser, zero credibility!”

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JonathanTurley

NOVEMBER 20, 2021

In the aftermath of the Rittenhouse verdict, figures on both sides of the case threatened new filings and investigations. It seems likely that the case will move into a new stage of litigation, particularly civil litigation. That includes wrongful death actions much like the litigation against O.J. Bond claims.

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JonathanTurley

JANUARY 31, 2021

As someone who has taught defamation torts for thirty years, the Trump Administration has been a bonanza of such cases and controversies. I was therefore gladdened by the Supreme Court ruling 8-1 in favor of the free speech in the case, even if it meant a victory for odious Westboro Church. In New York Times v.

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JonathanTurley

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

I received emails that I was defending a pedophile and abuser by simply noting that the dispute could lead to litigation given Weaver’s denials. With 21 men already on record, litigation would be brutal. I have never met Schmidt or said anything in support of him. Now to the merits.

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JonathanTurley

MAY 27, 2021

The Supreme Court has long protected opinion under free speech rulings. In cases like New York Times v. Sullivan , the court sought to create “breathing space” by articulating a standard that now applies to both public officials and public figures. The New York Times denounced figures like Sen.

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JonathanTurley

JUNE 16, 2021

However, this is now a defamation action which could present significant challenges based on the elements for the tort. The standard for defamation for public figures and officials in the United States is the product of a decision decades ago in New York Times v. The complaint alleges per se defamation.

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JonathanTurley

DECEMBER 27, 2020

The standard for defamation for public figures and officials in the United States is the product of a decision over 50 years ago in New York Times v. The New York Times had run an advertisement referring to abuses of civil rights marchers and the arrest of Martin Luther King Jr. When New York Times v.

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ClimateChange-ClimateLaw

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

Each month, Arnold & Porter and the Sabin Center for Climate Change Law collect and summarize developments in climate-related litigation, which we also add to our U.S. climate litigation charts. Colorado Court Ruled on Venue for Colorado Local Governments’ Climate Change Claims. New York v.

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JonathanTurley

JANUARY 19, 2022

Those earlier sources relied upon by sites like Mediaite could find themselves the subject of discovery if this now goes to litigation. It could be claimed that she became a limited public figure subject to the higher standard of proof in New York Times v. Clanton would face some challenges in pursuing any litigation.

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ClimateChange-ClimateLaw

OCTOBER 7, 2019

Each month, Arnold & Porter and the Sabin Center for Climate Change Law collect and summarize developments in climate-related litigation, which we also add to our U.S. climate litigation charts. New York Court Dismissed Challenge to Local Zoning Law that Restricted Development of Solar Facilities.

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ClimateChange-ClimateLaw

JUNE 8, 2021

Each month, Arnold & Porter and the Sabin Center for Climate Change Law collect and summarize developments in climate-related litigation, which we also add to our U.S. climate litigation charts. Federal Court Upheld Environmental Review for Forest Thinning Project. NEW CASES, MOTIONS, AND OTHER FILINGS. and non-U.S.

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ClimateChange-ClimateLaw

NOVEMBER 7, 2017

Each month, Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP (APKS) and the Sabin Center for Climate Change Law collect and summarize developments in climate-related litigation, which we also add to our U.S. climate litigation charts. The court also dismissed defamation and related state tort claims. and non-U.S.

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ClimateChange-ClimateLaw

FEBRUARY 10, 2020

Each month, Arnold & Porter and the Sabin Center for Climate Change Law collect and summarize developments in climate-related litigation, which we also add to our U.S. climate litigation charts. Federal Court Denied Motions to Dismiss Challenges to 2019 Presidential Permit for Keystone XL. CLIMATE LITIGATION CHART.

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