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Where things stand
The case proceeded through pleadings, discovery, dispositive motions, and a jury trial. Some claims and counterclaims were dismissed on motion or voluntarily. The jury found in favor of Defendant Joseph Foreman on all claims. The court entered judgment for the defendant, denied injunctive relief, and split costs. The case is closed.
Current Status
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Motions
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Trial
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Judgment
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Appeal
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Trial
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Judgment
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Judgment Entry - Jury Trial
Mar 25, 2026
This document summarizes the results of a jury trial where the jury decided to side with Joseph Foreman, the defendant, on all issues. As a result, the court is closing the case, not granting any requests for legal orders, and stating that both the plaintiffs and Joseph Foreman will share the costs related to the case.
Defendant Joseph Edgar Foreman's Memorandum in Support of His Motion for a Directed Verdict Under Civ. R. 50
Mar 20, 2026
This document is a written argument by Joseph Edgar Foreman, who is the defendant in this case. He is asking the court to decide in his favor without needing to hear more evidence from the other side. He believes that the claims made against him, which include invasion of privacy and defamation, should be thrown out because there isn't enough proof to support them and they don't meet the necessary legal criteria. The document goes through each claim made by the plaintiffs and explains why they shouldn't win their case based on the law.
Defendant Joseph Edgar Foreman's Requested Response to Judgment Entry File Stamped February 2, 2026
Mar 20, 2026
This document is a written response from Joseph Edgar Foreman, the defendant, and his lawyer. It addresses a court order asking them to explain the time limits for the counterclaims they made in the case. The response looks at the laws and previous court decisions related to each counterclaim, outlines the timeline of important events and filings, and argues that they filed their counterclaims on time. It also includes a summary of their arguments, a conclusion, and proof that the document was properly sent to the relevant parties.
Court Notice: Bar Adam Corey Muniz From Representation
Mar 20, 2026
This notice tells everyone involved in the case that the court plans to stop Adam Corey Muniz from representing Media Access, Inc. because he is not allowed to practice law. The court will also remove any legal documents he has filed. If anyone disagrees with this decision, they can share their concerns by January 30, 2026.
Journal Entry
Mar 20, 2026
The court has scheduled a phone meeting for November 26, 2024, at 2:00 PM. The lawyer representing you needs to make the call and follow some specific steps to set it up. The court clerk will send a copy of this notice to both your lawyer and the other party involved in the case.
People in your case
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American Civil Liberties Union
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American Civil Liberties Union of Ohio Foundation
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Arthur West
Plaintiff
Brian Newland
Defendant
Hungry Hustler Records
Defendant
John Doe 1
Defendant
John Doe 2
Defendant
John Doe 3
Defendant
Joseph Edgar Foreman
Defendant
Joseph Edgar Foreman (Aka Afroman)
Plaintiff
Justin Cooley
Plaintiff
Lisa Phillips
Defendant
Media Access Inc.
Plaintiff
Michael D. Estep
Plaintiff
Randolph L. Walters, Jr.
Plaintiff
Shawn D. Cooley
Plaintiff
Shawn D. Grooms
Plaintiff
Shawn S. Grooms