Delaware judge dismisses UnitedHealth Group lawsuit against the Guardian
4 hours ago
- A Delaware judge dismissed a defamation lawsuit by UnitedHealth Group against the Guardian over an investigation into secret payments to nursing homes.
- Judge Calvin Scott ruled that the Guardian's reporting was substantially true and that the company failed to state a viable claim.
- The Guardian's general counsel welcomed the decision as a victory for factual reporting and press freedom.
- UnitedHealth has not yet responded publicly and may appeal the ruling.