Overview

• Rachel DeLoache Williams's defamation lawsuit against Netflix over its portrayal of her in 'Inventing Anna' will proceed, as Chief Judge Colm F. Connolly rejects Netflix's dismissal bid.
• Williams claims the series falsely portrays her as 'snobbish,' 'unethical,' and 'greedy,' distorting her relationship with con artist Anna Sorokin.
• Netflix argued that its depiction is protected under the First Amendment, citing 'literary license' and claiming the portrayal aligns with Williams's own account.
• The judge found that at least two sets of statements in the series could be proven true or false, challenging Netflix's defense of the portrayals as mere opinions.
• Williams's attorney argues the show damages her reputation by using her real name and biographical details, suggesting Netflix could have avoided this by using a fictitious name.