Substantially True Defense Cases in Fourth Circuit

Browse 2 substantially true defense cases decided by Fourth Circuit. AI-powered summaries, holdings, and legal analysis.

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Substantially True Defense Opinions from Fourth Circuit (2)

Christine Gibbons v. Betty Gibbs

Defamation claim fails: Plaintiff not identified in statements

Fourth Circuit · 2026-02-11 · Defendant Win · Impact: 15/100

Christine Gibbons v. Betty Gibbs, decided by Fourth Circuit on February 11, 2026, resulted in a defendant win outcome. The Fourth Circuit affirmed the district court's grant of summary judgment to the...

Mary Herkert v. Frank Bisignano

Officer's actions reasonable, qualified immunity granted

Fourth Circuit · 2025-08-14 · Defendant Win · Impact: 20/100

Mary Herkert v. Frank Bisignano, decided by Fourth Circuit on August 14, 2025, resulted in a defendant win outcome. The Fourth Circuit affirmed the district court's grant of summary judgment to the de...

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Q: How many substantially true defense cases has Fourth Circuit decided?

CaseLawBrief currently tracks 2 substantially true defense cases from Fourth Circuit. This number is updated as new opinions are published.

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Outcome breakdown: Defendant Win: 2.

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