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Rick Bertrand v. Rick Mullin and Democratic Party
Date: 04-06-2012
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Court: District Court, Woodbury County, Iowa
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Description:
Rick Bertrand sued Rick Mullin and Democratic Party on libel and slander theories based on a 2010 negative television ad relating to the Iowa Senate seat. Bertrand defeated Mullin for the Senate seat in issue.
The ad said, in part, that: "Bertrand was a sales agent for a big drug company that was rated the most unethical company in the world. The FDA singled out Bertrand's company for the marketing of dangerous drugs to children."
Truth is the only defense to claims of libel and/or slander.
The ad said, in part, that: "Bertrand was a sales agent for a big drug company that was rated the most unethical company in the world. The FDA singled out Bertrand's company for the marketing of dangerous drugs to children."
Truth is the only defense to claims of libel and/or slander.
Outcome:
Plaintiff's verdict for $231,000.00 with Mullin being ordered to pay $31,000.00.
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What was the outcome of Rick Bertrand v. Rick Mullin and Democratic Party?
The outcome was: Plaintiff's verdict for $231,000.00 with Mullin being ordered to pay $31,000.00.
Which court heard Rick Bertrand v. Rick Mullin and Democratic Party?
This case was heard in District Court, Woodbury County, Iowa, IA.
When was Rick Bertrand v. Rick Mullin and Democratic Party decided?
This case was decided on April 6, 2012.