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David "Wil" Riggs v. Susan Shannon

Date: 08-12-2017

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Judge: Daniel E. Ortiz

Court: Circuit Court, Fairfax County, Virginia

Plaintiff's Attorney: Stephen Horvath

Defendant's Attorney: Benjamin Trichilo

Description:

David "Wil" Riggs sued Susan Shannon on a defamation theory claiming that her allegation that he raped her when they were cadets at West Point.

Shannon left West Point before graduation. Riggs had a successful Army career until he was accused of raping Shannon.

She claimed truth as her defense.

Outcome:

Plaintiff's verdict for $8.4 million in damages including $5 million in punitive damage.

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About This Case

What was the outcome of David "Wil" Riggs v. Susan Shannon?

The outcome was: Plaintiff's verdict for $8.4 million in damages including $5 million in punitive damage.

Which court heard David "Wil" Riggs v. Susan Shannon?

This case was heard in Circuit Court, Fairfax County, Virginia, VA. The presiding judge was Daniel E. Ortiz.

Who were the attorneys in David "Wil" Riggs v. Susan Shannon?

Plaintiff's attorney: Stephen Horvath. Defendant's attorney: Benjamin Trichilo.

When was David "Wil" Riggs v. Susan Shannon decided?

This case was decided on August 12, 2017.