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Endeavor goes private, TKO remains public and unchanged

March 24, 2025 Brandon Thurston

Endeavor announced on Monday it completed its transition into becoming a private company, finalizing its acquisition by private equity firm Silver Lake.

AEW and Tony Khan petition to move Ryan Nemeth’s lawsuit to private arbitration

March 14, 2025 Brandon Thurston

AEW and Tony Khan, filed a petition on Friday in the U.S. District Court in the Middle District of Florida, seeking to compel Ryan Nemeth into arbitration.

Omari Palmer (Odyssey Jones) files defamation lawsuit against former partner over WWE firing

March 14, 2025 Brandon Thurston

Omari Palmer filed a defamation lawsuit against his former partner Meileth Nunez, alleging she made false statements that led to his termination from WWE.

Ryan Nemeth sues AEW, Tony Khan, CM Punk, claiming he’s been “blackballed”

February 24, 2025 Brandon Thurston

Ryan Nemeth has filed a lawsuit in the Superior Court of California against AEW, its CEO Tony Khan, and former AEW wrestler CM Punk.

Linda McMahon faces Senate confirmation hearing with Stephanie, Shane McMahon, and Paul Levesque in attendance

February 13, 2025 Brandon Thurston

Linda McMahon appeared on Thursday morning before the U.S. Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor & Pensions (HELP) for her confirmation to serve as Secretary

New details on Vince McMahon’s alleged efforts to conceal NDA payments revealed by appeals court

February 11, 2025 Brandon Thurston

A new court ruling provides further insight into the ongoing legal issues surrounding former WWE CEO Vince McMahon, including previously undisclosed details about the grand jury investigation in which he is the subject.

Janel Grant expands lawsuit against Vince McMahon and WWE with new details

February 1, 2025 Brandon Thurston

Janel Grant filed an amended complaint late Friday, adding new details to her allegations against Vince McMahon, John Laurinaitis, and WWE.

Judge gives Janel Grant until January 31 to argue for amending WWE lawsuit

January 16, 2025 Brandon Thurston

The judge in Janel Grant’s lawsuit against WWE, Vince McMahon, John Laurinaitis ruled on Thursday that Grant has until January 31 to present her argument to the court on why she should be allowed to amend her complaint.

Ex-partner of Omari Palmer (Odyssey Jones) alleges physical abuse, per police report

January 15, 2025 Brandon Thurston

The former partner of Omari Palmer, also known as former WWE wrestler Odyssey Jones, has alleged he engaged in physical abuse against her.

Omari Palmer (Odyssey Jones) granted order of protection against ex-partner for alleged harassment

January 13, 2025 Brandon Thurston

Court records indicate former WWE wrestler Odyssey Jones, real name Omari Palmer, was granted an order of protection against his former partner in September 2024, shortly after reports emerged of his release from WWE.

Vince McMahon fined $400,000 by SEC, ordered to reimburse WWE for additional $1.3 million

January 10, 2025 Brandon Thurston

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced today that Vince McMahon has agreed to settle charges related to undisclosed agreements he executed on behalf of WWE when he was the company’s CEO and Chairman.

Janel Grant set to amend lawsuit against WWE, Vince McMahon, and John Laurinaitis

January 2, 2025 Brandon Thurston

Janel Grant’s attorney indicated in new court filings that Grant plans to modify her lawsuit against WWE, Vince McMahon, and John Laurinaitis.

Opinion: What Lee Fitting’s hiring says about the new WWE and Nick Khan

December 30, 2024 Brandon Thurston

When ESPN fired Lee Fitting in August 2023, it was a surprise. Fitting, a Senior Vice President with 25 years at the network, was reportedly let go after numerous allegations of misconduct.

AEW accused of NDA violation and mishandling settlement by Jaime Hawn, former partner of BJ Whitmer

December 18, 2024 Brandon Thurston

Jaime Hawn, ex-partner of wrestler BJ Whitmer, has gone public with allegations of mistreatment by AEW’s legal team.

Janel Grant’s lawsuit against Vince McMahon and WWE to resume as criminal investigation continues, Grant’s representatives say

December 11, 2024 Brandon Thurston

According to representatives for Janel Grant, the stay on her federal lawsuit has expired, which will allow her civil case to move forward after a six-month pause.

Judge pauses WWE ring boy lawsuit pending Maryland Supreme Court decision

December 4, 2024 Brandon Thurston

In a significant development for the WWE ring boy lawsuit, a federal judge ruled on Wednesday to stay the case until the Maryland Supreme Court makes a decision on the constitutionality of the state’s 2023 Child Victims Act.

WWE seeks to have ring boy lawsuit put on hold until the Maryland Supreme Court rules on new law protecting child victims

December 3, 2024 Brandon Thurston

WWE and TKO seek to delay the sexual abuse lawsuit filed against them, Vince & Linda McMahon.

WWE, Fanatics attorneys argue Cody Rhodes’ neck tattoo is part of his likeness, in motion to dismiss Wesley Eisold’s “American Nightmare” trademark lawsuit

November 23, 2024 Brandon Thurston

Attorneys for WWE and Fanatics responded in new court filings on Friday to musician Wesley Eisold’s lawsuit against them and Cody Rhodes.

Exclusives

Judge rules AEW lawsuit brought by Kevin Kelly and the Tates will move to Florida federal court

November 21, 2024 Brandon Thurston

A federal judge in Pennsylvania has ruled that Kevin Kelly and the Tate twins’ lawsuit against AEW, Tony Khan, and Ian Riccaboni will be moved to federal court in Florida.

Dr. Carlon Colker seeks dismissal of Janel Grant’s petition, says records have been provided to her; Grant’s attorney responds

November 8, 2024 Brandon Thurston

In a new filing submitted Thursday, Dr. Carlon Colker and his clinic Peak Wellness asked the Connecticut Superior Court to dismiss former WWE employee Janel Grant’s effort to obtain evidence from him.