EW And Jon Moxley Lawsuit Update: Judge Denies Case Transfer Request

AEW And Jon Moxley Hit With A Major Legal Roadblock As Judge Rejects Attempt To Move Civil Lawsuit Out Of Michigan

A Michigan judge has dealt a legal blow to AEW and Jon Moxley, rejecting an attempt to shift an ongoing civil suit out of the state. According to reports from Brandon Thurston of POST Wrestling, a motion to transfer the lawsuit—filed by former production worker Christopher Dispensa—to Florida has been officially denied, keeping the legal battle anchored right where the alleged incident took place.

Background On The Allegations And Transfer Motion

Dispensa originally filed the lawsuit in May 2025, detailing serious allegations that include negligence, civil assault, and battery. The claims stem from an alleged May 2023 incident where Moxley reportedly pushed him to the floor while he was working in a production capacity backstage.

Back in July of last year, AEW legal representatives filed a motion to have the case moved down to Florida, arguing that Dispensa and his primary medical team reside there, alongside corporate operational ties. However, the court ultimately rejected the request, emphasizing that the arena, core fact witnesses, and the incident itself are all rooted in Michigan. The presiding judge also noted that out-of-state medical witnesses can testify remotely, avoiding the need to uproot the litigation.

Next Steps And Upcoming Settlement Conference

Although an initial settlement conference took place back in July, the legal dispute remains entirely unresolved. With the jurisdictional battle now settled, both sides are gearing up for the next major legal checkpoint: a court-supervised settlement conference officially scheduled for December 22, 2026.

As the proceedings move forward, AEW and Jon Moxley will have to address the claims directly within the Michigan court system rather than securing the venue change they sought.

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