Lehrmann Loses Defamation Case; Court Finds Higgins Rape on Balance of Probabilities
April 19, 2024Bruce Lehrmann was found by a Federal Court to have raped Brittany Higgins based on the balance of probabilities.
Lehrmann's defamation lawsuit against Network 10 and Lisa Wilkinson was dismissed by Justice Michael Lee.
The judge criticized Network 10 for conduct that delayed Lehrmann's criminal trial, specifically referencing Wilkinson's speech at the Logies.
Lehrmann had pleaded not guilty to sexual intercourse without consent, but the charge was dropped over concerns for Higgins' mental health.
Brittany Higgins has acknowledged the court ruling indirectly by highlighting an inquiry into justice responses to sexual violence.
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The Sydney Morning Herald • Apr 18, 2024
Six missed calls, mystery bank records and CCTV: Inside bombshell Lehrmann judgmentThe Age • Apr 18, 2024
Six missed calls, mystery bank records and CCTV: Inside bombshell Lehrmann judgmentThe West Australian • Apr 18, 2024
Brittany Higgins breaks her silence after Lehrmann lossThe West Australian • Apr 18, 2024
Higgins’ post after Lehrmann ruling