One big thing
Dr. Carlon Colker’s attorneys have filed a motion to dismiss Janel Grant’s petition for medical records in her ongoing lawsuit against WWE and Vince McMahon.
Why it matters
This move adds another layer to the complex legal battle surrounding Grant’s allegations against WWE and McMahon, potentially impacting the scope of evidence available in the case.
The details
• Grant previously filed a pre-action discovery petition to obtain records from Dr. Colker and his clinic, Peak Wellness, Inc.
• She alleges receiving undisclosed treatments at the clinic in November 2019 under McMahon’s direction.
• Dr. Colker filed a complaint against Grant, denying her allegations and claiming reputational damage.
• Grant responded with a motion to strike Colker’s complaint and dismiss his bill of discovery.
The latest
• Dr. Colker’s lawyers argue that Grant’s petition isn’t a legitimate request for discovery.
• They contend it’s an attempt to bypass the pause in her federal case against McMahon and WWE.
• The attorneys claim the petition should be dismissed as Grant isn’t pursuing a lawsuit against Colker in state court.
Key quote
“This is not a petition for a bill of discovery… as it purports to be. It is a wish list for this Court’s assistance in evading a stay that has been enter in [Grant’s] federal action.” – Dr. Colker’s lawyers
The big picture
• Judge Jeffrey Meyer previously ruled against McMahon’s attempt to block the petition for these records.
• The lawsuit remains on hold due to a federal investigation.
• The case involves multiple parties and complex legal maneuvers, suggesting a potentially lengthy legal process ahead.
What’s your take on Dr. Colker’s move to dismiss Grant’s petition? Do you think it will impact the overall case against WWE and McMahon? Leave your thoughts in the comments below.
