AEW and their World Champion Jon Moxley are facing a civil lawsuit filed by a production crew member who has worked with the company since 2019. As reported by The Takedown on Sports Illustrated, Christopher Dispensa filed the suit on May 30 in Wayne County Circuit Court, accusing both AEW and Moxley (real name Jonathan Good) of negligence, and alleging civil assault and battery following an incident on the May 10, 2023 episode of AEW Dynamite.
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Dispensa claims that during a match between Moxley and Kenny Omega in Detroit, Moxley unexpectedly shoved him to the ground while retrieving a screwdriver, causing serious neck and shoulder injuries. The incident allegedly led to cervical fusion and shoulder surgery. According to the filing, Dispensa says the shove was not part of the planned segment, and that it demonstrated “a complete disregard” for his safety.
The lawsuit also accuses AEW of gross negligence in its handling of the situation. Dispensa’s legal team argues that Moxley acted outside of his scripted role and AEW failed to take precautions to protect non-wrestling staff at ringside. The complaint further criticizes AEW for how it allegedly failed to follow up on the incident and for not providing medical care beyond initial communication.
Though the lawsuit claims Moxley had “a history of disciplinary issues,” several AEW sources told The Takedown they were unaware of any such problems, instead describing Moxley as a respected figure in the locker room.
Dispensa says he informed AEW medical personnel and staff of his injuries on the night of the incident. However, he never filed a formal report and continued working elsewhere shortly after. His lawyers said AEW later stopped providing medical assistance and the company never formally acknowledged what happened.
Dispensa is seeking compensation exceeding $25,000, citing medical bills, permanent injuries, emotional distress, lost wages, and damage to his professional reputation.
AEW declined to comment on the lawsuit, stating they do not comment on pending legal matters. Moxley is currently scheduled to defend the AEW World Championship against 2025 Men’s Owen Hart Cup winner “Hangman” Adam Page at AEW All In: Texas on July 12. A status conference for the lawsuit is set for August 29.
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