A federal judge made a ruling that allows a writer to receive a significant amount of money. This money was set aside after a jury decision. The judge's decision came after a higher court upheld a civil verdict.

The case involves allegations of misconduct by a former president. A jury previously found in favor of the writer, who claimed she was attacked and later defamed. Further details about the case and the ruling are available from KSAT 12, a local news source in the San Antonio area, including Terrell Hills.