The social media influencer implicated in a $150 million defamation lawsuit instigated by a former Greenberg Traurig LLP attorney can take respite, at least temporarily. The Florida federal court threw out the case due to defects in its drafting, although the presiding judge did make it clear that the majority of the lawsuit could still continue if resubmitted in a proper, comprehensive manner.
The defamation claim was initiated by the attorney on the grounds of the influencer’s alleged misrepresentation of the attorney’s tumultuous divorce scenario. However, the court determined that the suit was poorly drafted, resulting in its dismissal. Notably, the judge has allowed for the suit to be refiled, provided it is presented in an orderly and coherent manner.
The ex-Greenberg Traurig LLP attorney now has the opportunity to amend and strengthen his defamation claim. On the other hand, the influencer, who was under stress from the heavy financial implications of the lawsuit, will be able to breathe easy until any potential reiteration of the suit comes to light.
More information on the lawsuit and its proceedings can be found here.