RHONJ’s Luis Ruelas Claims Ex ‘Leaked Information’ for Co-Stars to Use Against Him and Teresa Giudice in $5 Million Lawsuit

REAL Housewives of New Jersey star Teresa Giudice’s husband Luis Ruelas alleged his ex was revealing confidential information to cast members as he responded and demanded payment of $5 million, US Sun can exclusively reveal.

Luis “Louie” Ruelas’ battle against his ex-fiancée, Vanessa Reiser, turned bitter when he responded to a new lawsuit filed in February.

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In the lawsuit, attorney Kevin S. Johnson and his firm Johnson Litigation Group alleged that Luis, 48, and private investigator Bo Dielt launched a campaign of “harassment and abuse” against Vanessa.

In court documents obtained exclusively by The US Sun, Luis, Bo and the other defendants filed their response on April 18, along with counterclaims, denying the plaintiffs’ claim. claims about hacking computers to find dirt on your ex.

The New York-based law firm and attorney were witnesses in his ex-fiancee Vanessa’s request for a permanent restraining order against him.

Luis, Teresa’s husband, filed his counterclaim on Thursday because he believes Johnson and his company used “illegal and egregious misconduct” and “violated their ethical obligations,” as well as “slandered” him and caused him to suffer. significant damage.” “

In the suit, the businessman alleges that Vanessa, a licensed psychotherapist, was essentially gossiping for cast members to use against him and Teresa, 51.

Although no details about the information are mentioned, he accuses her of working with the cast to cause drama.

“Ruelas believed that Reiser was disclosing confidential information to patients and cast members of the Real Housewives of New Jersey (RHONJ) to use against him and his wife in an attempt to bolster the show’s colloquium and continue the relentless campaign of harassment despite the there are orders that prevent this type of conduct”, states the document.

As RHONJ fans know, the cast has had separate camps — called “Team Teresa” and “Team Melissa” — ever since the sisters-in-law had another falling out on the show’s 13th season.

Although Teresa is best friends with Jennifer Aydin, she has also rekindled her friendship with Jackie Goldschneider.

Meanwhile, Melissa Gorga is close to Margaret Josephs and Rachel Fuda.

Danielle Cabral appears to be “switching teams” this season after having a “big fight” with Jennifer.

And Dolores Catania, in turn, is “Swiss”, making friends with Teresa and Melissa.

It’s unclear at this time whether the alleged “leaked information” will be brought to light in the new season premiering on May 5, especially after the explosive reunion.

Cast members claimed that Luis hired Bo to investigate them, something he denied on TV even after the cast brought “receipts.”

However, Luis’ financial difficulties were teased in the season 14 trailer.

SPEAKING THE TRUTH

In court documents, Luis admitted that as part of their investigation into Vanessa’s alleged misconduct, “investigators participated in therapy sessions with Reiser to gain firsthand knowledge of Reiser’s improprieties and violations of ethical and legal conduct.” .

He also alleged that Johnson fabricated emails “under false names/personas” to “harm Ruelas’ chances in court, generate controversy, and create reality TV content.”

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He goes on to state that Johnson and Reiser had a “peculiar interest in certain members of the RHONJ cast” as well as having an “obsession with Ruelas and RHONJ.”

“The court concluded that Johnson had a bizarre crush on RHONJ cast members; that which is based on information and belief is the basis for the ongoing media blitz and the false and misleading statements made therein,” he continues.

‘DAMAGED’ REPUTATION

Luis alleged that Johnson sent confidential emails to his opponent knowing it would harm him “both economically and personally” as well as “make for good Reality TV.”

He claimed his reputation had been “damaged beyond repair” as he operates “a business on a global scale” and said potential clients had read material on the Internet.

In court documents, he further argued that he “suffered economic harm and mental anguish,” such as the loss of his job and “multiple business opportunities.”

He goes on to say that he suffered further damages, including legal fees and costs, and suffered “humiliation, severe anxiety and emotional distress.”

Luis previously revealed to Andy Cohen on Watch What Happens Live that he was “let go” from his company “for all the negative things that came out in the press because of my exes.”

However, Luis recently helped launch Vinivia, an interactive live streaming app, of which the US Sun was told he is an independent contractor and is helping the company by providing services.

SEEKING JUSTICE

Luis’ ex was denied a restraining order against the businessman in October 2023 when a New Jersey judge ruled in his favor.

“The court not only dismissed Ms. Reiser’s complaint and denied her request for a permanent restraining order, but also concluded that she was ‘obsessed’ with Mr. Ruelas, continually bothering him and his family,” Luis’ lawyer said in era.

“In essence, the court found that the filing of the restraining order was akin to a publicity stunt.”

When it comes to this new process, Luis doesn’t back down.

His counterclaim is for breach of the implied covenant of trust; negligence; Res Ispa Loquitor; abuse of process; declaratory judgment against Johnson; Libel Per Se and violation of Judiciary Law 487.

He is asking the court to award him punitive damages “in an amount to be determined at trial, but in no event less than [$]5,000,000”, plus attorney’s fees.

In a statement to The US Sun, his lawyer Jeremy Iandolo said: “Johnson’s relentless and baseless attacks against my client Ruelas have inflicted significant harm, both economic and emotional.

“As such, we refuse to cease our defense and will continue our attack until Mr. Ruelas is fully vindicated, healed and can live his life in peace, free from unwarranted attacks from Johnson and Reiser, who seem more interested in pursuing their own twisted version of fame.”

US Sun has reached out to Kevin Johnson and Vanessa Reiser’s attorney for comment.

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