Ex-Parler CEO's ouster lawsuit heads to trial in Las Vegas
Former Parler CEO John Matze's lawsuit over his 2021 ouster begins jury selection in Las Vegas, involving defendants Dan Bongino and Rebekah Mercer.Summary
Former Parler CEO John Matze filed a lawsuit in 2021 alleging he was improperly forced out after attempting to preserve the platform's commitment to free expression following the January 6, 2021 Capitol attack. The case involves defendants including Dan Bongino, who owned 7.5 percent of Parler, and Rebekah Mercer, a prominent right-wing donor, who has denied the claims. Matze alleges defendants conspired to "steal" his 40 percent ownership stake. The platform was removed from major app stores and hosting services in January 2021 after being linked to the Capitol attack. A judge granted partial summary judgment for defendants on a conversion claim but allowed conspiracy allegations to proceed. Jury selection began Monday in Las Vegas, with the trial expected to extend into late September.
(Source：Las-vegas Review Journal)