Farmer Sues Animal Justice Over Horse Transport Claims | Winnipeg News

A Manitoba horse farmer is suing Animal Justice and its director for defamation after a viral video claimed “at least three horses collapsed” during a shipment to Japan — a claim the group says is factually grounded in government records and Lumax’s own media statements. Despite a judge clearing Lumax of violating animal transport laws, he now argues the video damaged his reputation. Animal Justice counters that the comment was protected public interest speech, citing new Manitoba legislation meant to block lawsuits targeting free expression — and insists Lumax hasn’t proven actual harm. They’re asking the court to dismiss the case and recover legal fees. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/4ca977474bef838b