
Judgment Day: Trevor Bauer Victorious as Judge Orders Accuser to Pay Over $300k in Damages
2025-06-03
Author: Ting
Trevor Bauer's Legal Triumph
In a significant legal victory, former Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Trevor Bauer has been awarded more than $300,000 by a judge against Lindsey Hill, the woman who accused him of sexual assault. This ruling comes from a Los Angeles Superior Court, where Judge Daniel Crowley found that Hill had breached a settlement agreement from two years ago.
The Backstory
The turmoil began in 2021 when Hill's allegations led to a Major League Baseball investigation and Bauer’s subsequent suspension. Both parties filed lawsuits, with Bauer suing Hill for defamation and Hill claiming assault and sexual battery. They eventually settled, agreeing that no money would be exchanged.
Violating the Settlement Agreement
Despite the settlement terms, Hill allegedly made social media claims that undermined the agreement. Bauer's legal team argued that her statements violated provisions preventing her from suggesting that he or anyone affiliated with him had compensated her financially for dropping her countersuit. For each of these violations, Bauer sought $10,000.
Default Judgment and Financial Repercussions
Hill did not contest the lawsuit, and after multiple failures to engage with Bauer’s attorneys, the judge granted a default judgment in favor of Bauer. The final award of $309,832.02 included $220,000 for 22 violations of the settlement, along with additional attorney fees and interest.
Aftermath and Road Ahead
Following the ruling, Hill acknowledged on social media that she had 'refused to participate' in the legal proceedings. Despite this, she expressed her intention to appeal the judgment, stating it would only prolong Bauer's attempts to revive his baseball career.
Implications for Bauer's Career
As Bauer explores options to reinstate his professional life, this court decision could either bolster his case or lead to further complications as legal battles continue.