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Greg Biffle estate seeks dismissal in wrongful death lawsuit

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 22, 2026, 9:55 PM

Last updated Sep 22, 2026

Greg Biffle estate seeks dismissal in wrongful death lawsuit

Summary

The Greg Biffle estate has filed a motion to dismiss a wrongful death lawsuit from the Dutton estate regarding the fatal plane crash on December 18, 2025. The Biffle estate claims the Duttons were negligent in their operation of the Cessna Citation 550. The crash occurred shortly after takeoff in Statesville, North Carolina, killing all seven people on board, including Biffle and his family. The Dutton estate is pursuing $15 million in damages. Legal proceedings continue in the aftermath of the crash.

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By the Numbers

•Biffle estate claims Duttons were negligent in operating the aircraft.
•The crash happened just 10 minutes after takeoff.
•All seven onboard, including Biffle and family, were killed.
•Dutton estate is seeking $15 million in damages.
•Nicole Biffle has filed wrongful death lawsuits on behalf of her daughter.

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The legal battle stemming from the plane crash that killed former NASCAR star Greg Biffle and six others has taken another significant turn. Biffle’s estate has filed a motion seeking to dismiss the lawsuit brought by the estate of Dennis and Jack Dutton, according to FOX Sports NASCAR reporter Bob Pockrass. In its response, the […] The post Greg Biffle Estate Makes Major Move in Lawsuit Over Fatal Plane Crash appeared first on HEAVY.
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