Depp Lawyer's Leaked Email, Ghislaine Maxwell Suicide Watch, Rudy Giuliani Assault Claim

TL;DR

Amber Heard plans to appeal the final judgment in Johnny Depp's defamation lawsuit, but there are still questions about the case and the upcoming appeal.

Transcript

the Judgment in Johnny Depp V Amber Heard is final and now Amber Heard plans to appeal but there are still a lot of questions about the case and about what will happen leading up to that appeal I'm Anjanette Levy and welcome to the latest edition of Law and crimes sidebar podcast we hope that you're having a great day and thanks so much for joining... Read More

Key Insights

• 😚 Judge S. Karate is known for her no-nonsense approach and refused to hold a hearing for post-trial motions, emphasizing her intention to close the case.
• 😤 The exhibit filed by Johnny Depp's team attempts to argue that the verdict finding him liable for Adam Waldman's statements is not supported by evidence and contrary to the law.
• 💼 An email released by Adam Waldman, formerly on the case, suggests that the second 9-1-1 call in the case may have been a hoax. However, this information did not come out during the trial.
• 🥺 Jeffrey Epstein's former girlfriend, Elaine Maxwell, is set to be sentenced in federal court and has been placed on suicide watch leading up to the sentencing.
• ❣️ The sentencing briefings from the defense and prosecution are expected to argue for heavy sentences of 30 to 55 years and probation's suggestion of 20 years, respectively.
• 📁 Rudy Giuliani claims he was assaulted during a campaign event on Staten Island, but it is unlikely that criminal charges will be filed as the intent to harm is unclear.

Questions & Answers

Q: What were the damages awarded to Johnny Depp and Amber Heard in the defamation lawsuit?

Johnny Depp was awarded $15 million, with $10 million in compensatory damages and $5 million in punitive damages. Amber Heard won a $2 million compensatory damages award but did not receive any punitive damages.

Q: Was there a hearing for post-trial motions in the case?

No, Judge S. Karate refused to hold a hearing for post-trial motions, stating that she would read the motions and decide on them based on the papers.

Q: What is the requirement for Amber Heard during the appeal process?

Amber Heard must file a suspension bond worth $10.35 million, which will stay the judgment pending the appeal. The bond accrues interest at a rate of six percent annually.

Q: Is Johnny Depp planning to appeal the final judgment?

It is unclear if Johnny Depp will appeal as of now. However, he has filed an exhibit outlining his objections to the verdict and judgment.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• Johnny Depp was awarded $15 million in damages in his defamation lawsuit against Amber Heard, with $10 million in compensatory damages and $5 million in punitive damages.

• Amber Heard won one claim against Johnny Depp, resulting in a $2 million compensatory damages award, but no punitive damages.

• The final judgment was entered by Judge S. Karate, who firmly refused to hold a hearing for post-trial motions, and discussed the requirement for Amber Heard to post a suspension bond during the appeal.