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Mariah Carey Wins Defamation Lawsuit as Judge Dismisses Brother's $20 Million Claim
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What Happened?
A judge dismissed Morgan Carey's defamation lawsuit against Mariah Carey, ruling he failed to prove actual malice. Morgan sought over $20 million in damages.
Key points
- Morgan Carey alleged the memoir portrayed him as a violent drug dealer.
- The judge ruled he did not prove Mariah knew the statements were false.
- Morgan's lawyer plans to appeal the dismissal.
- Earlier, 14 of 16 claims in Morgan's original complaint were dismissed.
- Morgan's sister, Alison, also filed a lawsuit over the memoir but it was never pursued.
Key insights
- The dismissal may discourage similar defamation claims in the future.
- Morgan's continued legal battles could prolong family tensions.
- The case highlights the challenges of proving defamation in public interest matters.
Why it matters
This ruling could affect Morgan Carey's reputation and future legal actions.
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Source
Times of India
