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Royal Rumble stadium built in weeks raises questions from human rights groups about working conditions, WWE and Saudi officials unresponsive

January 30, 2026 Brandon Thurston

Despite recent reforms to Saudi Arabia’s labor system, researchers say migrant workers on construction projects are still vulnerable to exploitation, especially on fast-tracked projects.

Vince and Linda McMahon file oppositions to ring boy plaintiffs’ request to maintain anonymity in lawsuit

January 27, 2026 Brandon Thurston

McMahons say “John Doe” anonymity will unfairly hinder their ability to find witnesses to clear them. WWE takes no position on pseudonyms.

Plaintiffs in ring boy lawsuit ask court to maintain “John Doe” pseudonyms, say Vince and Linda McMahon oppose, WWE takes no position

January 19, 2026 Brandon Thurston

Dispute over anonymity opens next phase of the case. Defendants already know their identities. McMahons and WWE deny negligence related to abuse allegations against former ring announcer Mel Phillips.

New lawsuit alleges WWE misled fans about ESPN streaming access to PLEs

January 9, 2026 Brandon Thurston

Plaintiffs seek refunds for customers who paid for ESPN Unlimited while already getting ESPN channels through a TV provider.

Judge denies WWE motion in lawsuit over alleged ring post injury during ring teardown

January 6, 2026 Brandon Thurston

Event worker claims he suffered crushed hand and knocked-out teeth after slipping on debris while holding a ring post after SmackDown at Mohegan Sun Arena in March 2024.

WWE Holiday Tour attendance down while some events reportedly set record gates

January 6, 2026 Brandon Thurston

WWE concluded its Holiday Tour last weekend, and while attendance was down, at least two cities reportedly produced record gates.

Dr. Carlon Colker appeals court order to produce documents showing Vince McMahon paid Janel Grant’s medical bills

January 2, 2026 Brandon Thurston

The doctor to many celebrities and star athletes has been litigating document requests with Grant for months, arguing the discovery is overbroad.

NEWS

Triller discloses delisting from Nasdaq exchange, says it will appeal

December 31, 2025 Brandon Thurston

Delisting may make it more difficult for the parent of TrillerTV to raise funding.

“I will be your greatest partner”: How Vince McMahon’s 2022 WWE comeback was anticipated by Endeavor executives

December 29, 2025 Brandon Thurston

Newly disclosed messages from an ongoing merger shareholder lawsuit reveal that Mark Shapiro anticipated Vince McMahon’s return, while Ari Emanuel had contacted him months before WWE was officially put up for sale.

Delaware court orders WWE to produce DOJ, SEC records as part of merger lawsuit

December 19, 2025 Brandon Thurston

Judge rules that documents tied to federal investigations into Vince McMahon’s conduct are relevant to the shareholder plaintiffs’ claims.

Ring boy lawsuit allowed to continue for most of the plaintiffs’ claims. WWE, Vince and Linda McMahon remain defendants.

December 11, 2025 Brandon Thurston

Seven of the eight plaintiffs remain as the case moves toward discovery.

Judge orders doctor to show how Vince McMahon paid for Janel Grant’s medical bills

December 9, 2025 Brandon Thurston

The ruling follows months of disputes over what records Dr. Carlon Colker must provide as Grant investigates potential claims

Lawsuit claims John Cena’s theme samples song without proper credit or payment

December 4, 2025 Brandon Thurston

Ahead of Cena’s retirement, plaintiff says WWE fraudulently induced musician’s estate into $50,000 settlement in 2017

Settlement reached in Wesley Eisold’s “American Nightmare” lawsuit against Cody Rhodes, WWE, and Fanatics

November 11, 2025 Brandon Thurston

The parties told the court they’ve expect to dismiss the case within 90 days, pending a written agreement.

Janel Grant says doctor linked to McMahon viewed her medical file days after federal search was executed

November 9, 2025 Brandon Thurston

In new filings, Grant alleges Dr. Carlon Colker viewed her medical records shortly after a federal raid involving McMahon. Colker’s side denies wrongdoing and says the case should be over.

Hulk Hogan’s family files petition signaling possible malpractice suit over his death

October 6, 2025 Brandon Thurston

Hulk Hogan’s widow and son have filed a petition as they consider a potential medical malpractice case stemming from a neck surgery that may have contributed to his death.

Opinion | I hate politics. That’s why I’m going to love WrestleMania in Saudi Arabia.

September 12, 2025 Brandon Thurston

There’s nothing political about WWE’s billion-dollar partnership with a political regime.

Janel Grant’s medical records briefly filed publicly by Dr. Carlon Colker’s counsel in defamation suit

August 21, 2025 Brandon Thurston

The filing was sealed the next day in Colker’s lawsuit against Grant’s attorney, a case tied to broader claims involving Vince McMahon.

Judge grants Janel Grant access to Peak Wellness medical records and documents, denies depositions

August 11, 2025 Brandon Thurston

The Connecticut case is part of Grant’s effort to gather evidence that could lead to a lawsuit against the doctor, while she pursues separate claims against Vince McMahon and WWE in federal court.

As Brock Lesnar returns, Janel Grant’s team accuses WWE of trying to “sweep misconduct under the rug”

August 4, 2025 Brandon Thurston

Grant’s lawsuit alleged Lesnar received explicit photos and was arranged to meet her for sex at Vince McMahon’s direction during contract negotiations.