Amber Heard asks to throw out trial verdict, cites vetting of juror
Heard's lawyers argued that the verdict was not supported by the evidence and that one of the jurors may not have been properly vetted by the court.
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Amber Heard: Johnny Depp's lawyer did "better job at distracting" jury
"To my dying day, I'll stand by every word of my testimony," Heard said. "I made a lot of mistakes, but I've always told the truth."
Johnny Depp joins TikTok, thanks fans for support
"We did the right thing together, all because you cared. And now, we will all move forward together," Depp wrote.
Heard found liable in Depp defamation trial
Amber Heard found liable in Johnny Depp defamation trial. A jury has found actress Amber Heard liable in the defamation suit brought against her by ex-husband and actor Johnny Depp. She's been ordered by the court to pay over $10 million in damages. Christina Ruffini reports.
Depp-Heard verdict's potential implications
New York Times reporter Jodi Kantor – who helped spark the Me Too movement with her reporting on sexual assault allegations against film producer Harvey Weinstein – joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the verdict in the Johnny Depp and Amber Heard defamation trial, including what it could mean for the #MeToo movement, and why this trial struck such a chord with the public.
Amber Heard's attorney on verdict
Elaine Bredehoft, actress Amber Heard's attorney, joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss her reaction to the court's ruling in favor of actor and ex-husband Johnny Depp, and what her legal team plans to do next.
Johnny Depp seen in English bar after verdict
Johnny Depp was spotted at English bar on Wednesday, the day he won his libel case against his ex-wife, Amber Heard
Amber Heard's $15 million verdict: Here are her options
Heard could file for bankruptcy, but might still be on the hook for the judgment, according to legal experts.
Depp, Heard both ordered to pay millions
After weeks of a highly-watched legal battle, the jury has reached a verdict in the case of Depp v. Heard, and both were ordered to pay millions. New York attorney and anchor for Law and Crime Network Jesse Weber joins "CBS News Mornings" to explain the verdict.
Amber Heard's lawyer reveals what actress said right after verdict
Heard's lawyer said that Depp's celebrity status, cameras in the courtroom, and social media played a role in the verdict.
Jury awards millions to Johnny Depp, less to Amber Heard in libel suits
The judge said state law caps punitive damages at $350,000, meaning Depp's award would total $10.35 million.
Legal analysis of Depp-Heard verdict
A jury in Virginia awarded Johnny Depp $15 million in damages and his ex-wife Amber Heard was awarded $2 million in their dueling libel lawsuits. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson and Rachel Fiset, co-founder and managing partner of Zweiback, Fiset and Coleman LLP, join CBS News along with correspondent Christina Ruffini with more on the breaking news.
Johnny Depp awarded millions in libel suit
Johnny Depp sued his ex-wife for $50 million, alleging that a 2018 op-ed she wrote in The Washington Post defamed him. Heard countersued for $100 million. In court today, both were found liable of defamation. Depp was awarded $15 million in damages and Heard was also awarded $2 million. Randy Kessler, a divorce attorney and trial law professor at Emory University, joins Elaine Quijano on CBS News to discuss the verdict.
Jury awards millions to Johnny Depp
The jury in the high-profile defamation case between Johnny Depp and Amber Heard awarded the "Pirates of the Caribbean" star $15 million. Heard was awarded $2 million. Christina Ruffini has the details.
Johnny Depp on winning defamation case: "Jury gave me my life back"
"The goal of bringing this case was to reveal the truth, regardless of the outcome," Depp said after a jury awarded him $15 million in damages.
Johnny Depp surprises fans at concert while jury deliberates in defamation trial
Jurors started deliberations Friday in Depp's high-profile defamation lawsuit against ex-wife Amber Heard.
Jury deliberating in Depp, Heard trial
Johnny Depp sued Amber Heard, his ex-wife, after she wrote a 2018 op-ed describing herself as a victim of domestic abuse. During closing arguments, Depp's lawyers accused Heard of lying, saying she "gave the performance of her life." Journalist Jesse Weber joins Catherine Herridge on CBS News to discuss the trial.
Closing arguments in the Depp-Heard case
Lawyers made their closing arguments Friday in Johnny Depp's defamation case against his ex-wife Amber Heard and her countersuit. CBS News' Michelle Miller has more.
Testimony concludes in civil trial between Johnny Depp and Amber Heard
Depp is suing Heard for libel over a 2018 op-ed she wrote describing herself as "a public figure representing domestic abuse."
Kate Moss asked about Johnny Depp pushing her
Johnny Depp called his ex-girlfriend, model Kate Moss, to the stand. Moss was asked if Depp ever pushed her down the stairs, after Amber Heard claimed that he did in earlier testimony.
Johnny Depp calls ex-wife Amber Heard's allegations "cruel and all false"
Depp is suing Heard for libel over a 2018 op-ed she wrote describing herself as "a public figure representing domestic abuse."
Amber Heard's attorneys rest case as civil trial continues
Depp is suing Heard for libel over a 2018 op-ed she wrote describing herself as "a public figure representing domestic abuse."
Kate Moss to testify in Depp defamation trial
British supermodel Kate Moss is expected to testify against Amber Heard Wednesday to bolster Johnny Depp's case in the defamation trial against his ex-wife. Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
Surgeon testifies Johnny Depp's hand injury was likely not from a bottle
Depp is suing Heard for libel over a 2018 op-ed she wrote describing herself as "a public figure representing domestic abuse."
Amber Heard's final testimony day
Attorneys for Johnny Depp question Amber Heard's motives and veracity as she takes the stand for the last time in her ex-husband's defamation trial.
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Dr. Oz pledges to tackle hospice fraud: "Do not steal from the American people"
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DOJ moves to drop charges against man who burned American flag outside White House
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Trump announces Ric Grenell stepping aside as Kennedy Center president
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DOJ moves to drop charges against man who burned American flag outside White House
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Dr. Oz pledges to tackle hospice fraud: "Do not steal from the American people"
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Actors, fans prepare for 98th Oscars
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2026 Oscar winner predictions
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James Blake on new album, leaving his label
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FBI: Synagogue attacker died by suicide
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From the archives: Nixon on 1973 oil crisis
Then-President Richard Nixon addressed the nation from the Oval Office during the 1973 energy crisis. Fueled by the Yom Kippur War, members of the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries in the Middle East banned the sale of oil to the U.S. and other countries, sharply raising gas prices for Americans as they faced their first fuel shortage since WWII.
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