The defamation lawsuit filed by actor Johnny Depp against his ex-wife Amber Heard has been making regular headlines across the country for the last few weeks. The case is irresistibly compelling for many obvious reasons. Depp and Heard are both major movie stars and the case involves allegations of abuse, infidelity (with other famous people), and, relationship drama.
In this post, we will provide a legal breakdown of the case including the relevant factual allegation, the legal claims, and the potential outcomes. We will also offer our prediction for the most likely outcome of the trial and why.