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Former U.Va. Health CEO Craig Kent files $34 million defamation lawsuit
- Kent filed a defamation lawsuit seeking over $34 million, targeting Jones Swanson Huddell LLC and attorneys for a posted report.
- The Letter Report was alleged to appear official despite the firm never being hired by the University.
- Kent resigned on Feb. 25, 2025, after a no-confidence letter and independent review process.
- The suit includes tortious interference and punitive damages alongside defamation claims.
- A related federal RICO lawsuit against Kent and others is ongoing, with a May 6 motions deadline.
- Kent alleges a defamatory campaign aimed at his removal to benefit others financially.
- The complaint names multiple defendants and cites alleged relationships with physicians and former leaders.
- Kent seeks $32 million for defamation and $1 million for each involved attorney, plus other damages.
- The case moves toward discovery and potential trial as the defendants must respond to the complaint.
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