In a major legal ruling, the BBC has lost its libel case against a doctor who provided evidence against actor Noel Clarke. Charities welcome the decision as a crucial victory for freedom of speech and protecting whistleblowers in sexual misconduct cases.
Donald Trump's lawyer, Alina Habba, was sternly admonished by a New York judge for a 'borderline frivolous' courtroom motion, marking another tense legal chapter for the former President's team.
The long-running legal feud between actors Noel Clarke and Adam Deacon over social media allegations has concluded with a confidential High Court settlement, Clarke dropping his libel claim and Deacon retracting his accusations.
Actor Noel Clarke appears at London's High Court for a preliminary hearing in the defamation case against The Guardian over sexual misconduct reporting. Latest updates.
Actor Noel Clarke is suing The Guardian and BAFTA over their handling of sexual misconduct claims, in a major High Court case testing media freedom and #MeToo accountability.
Noel Clarke's High Court libel claim against The Guardian dismissed after judge rules newspaper's reports on sexual misconduct allegations were substantially true. The 'Kidulthood' star faces legal defeat.
Bruce Lehrmann's barrister, Matthew Richardson SC, seeks special leave to appeal to the High Court, challenging the Federal Court's ruling on the controversial Channel Ten interview with Brittany Higgins. The appeal argues significant legal errors in the
A teenage girl reported missing in the UK two years ago has been dramatically arrested on suspicion of murder. The stunning development has left a community in shock as new details emerge.
Explosive defamation case continues as Bruce Lehrmann faces cross-examination over Brittany Higgins' rape allegations. Secret WhatsApp messages from Lisa Wilkinson exposed in tense Federal Court hearing.
A federal judge in New Jersey has ruled that Donald Trump's attorney, Alina Habba, illegally served legal documents in a defamation case brought by columnist E. Jean Carroll. The judge, appointed by Barack Obama, has imposed sanctions on Habba's law firm.
A federal judge has dismissed a defamation lawsuit against Republican Representative Nancy Mace, who had labelled a man a 'sexual predator' during a speech in the House of Representatives. The ruling centred on the legal immunity granted to lawmakers for
French President Emmanuel Macron launches a defamation lawsuit against a US influencer for spreading a false claim that First Lady Brigitte Macron was born male, igniting a fierce debate on free speech and disinformation.
In a decisive ruling, Bruce Lehrmann's appeal against Network Ten and Lisa Wilkinson has been dismissed, cementing his status as a high-profile loser and ordering him to pay the network's legal costs. The Federal Court's judgment marks a critical juncture
A 45-year-old man has been charged with the 1998 murders of a couple in Huntington Beach, California, in a major breakthrough for a case that had gone cold for over two decades.
Bruce Lehrmann's appeal in his high-stakes defamation case against Lisa Wilkinson and Network 10 has been decisively dismissed by the Federal Court, a major victory for the media defendants.
Celebrity trainer Jillian Michaels is preparing explosive legal action against Netflix, alleging the docuseries 'The Biggest Loser' falsely portrayed her as supplying dangerous caffeine pills to contestants. The legal battle threatens to expose behind-the
The high-profile defamation case involving Bruce Lehrmann, Network 10, and journalist Lisa Wilkinson has taken a dramatic turn. Here’s what you need to know.
Right-wing network Newsmax agrees to settle Dominion Voting Systems' defamation lawsuit, avoiding a high-profile trial over baseless 2020 election fraud allegations.
A US judge has ruled that conspiracy theorist Alex Jones must liquidate his personal assets to compensate families of Sandy Hook victims. The decision marks a pivotal moment in the long legal battle over his false claims about the 2012 school shooting.
Former US President Donald Trump and his wife Melania are embroiled in a high-stakes legal battle as they face a billion-dollar defamation lawsuit linked to Jeffrey Epstein. The case centres on allegations of smear campaigns and could have significant rep
Rebel Wilson's legal team raises defamation concerns after issuing a notice to Charlotte MacInnes, known as 'The Deb'. The case highlights tensions in celebrity disputes.
Former cheerleader Desiree Townsend sues actor Mario Lopez for defamation in a high-profile case filled with courtroom outbursts and shocking allegations.
A former Trump administration official has been ordered to pay over $1 million in damages for spreading false claims about the 2020 election in Minnesota.
Conservative activist Laura Loomer sues comedian Bill Maher for defamation following controversial remarks on his show. The legal battle escalates as Trump allies weigh in.
Former tennis star Sam Groth and his wife Brittany take legal action against News Corp and Herald Sun for defamation and invasion of privacy.
A woman was horrifically targeted by online trolls who falsely accused her of being a male rapist and paedophile, leading to devastating consequences.
Actor and political activist Laurence Fox has lost his High Court appeal after being sued for defamation over a tweet labelling two men as 'paedophiles'. The court upheld the ruling, ordering Fox to pay £180,000 in damages.
Three British men have been detained in Croatia following allegations of a brutal sexual assault on a local woman, with reports suggesting the attack was premeditated. The incident has sparked outrage and raised concerns over tourist behaviour abroad.
Hollywood star Rebel Wilson is embroiled in a lawsuit filed by her former 'Deb' co-star, who claims the actress made damaging statements about her in interviews.
Media mogul Rupert Murdoch and former US President Donald Trump are locked in a high-stakes legal dispute over media rights and alleged defamation, with potential ramifications for the media landscape.