Joe Gibbs Racing and Chris Gabehart clash in court over discovery motions

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Joe Gibbs Racing and Chris Gabehart clash in court over discovery motions
Summary

A discovery hearing in the lawsuit between Joe Gibbs Racing (JGR), Chris Gabehart, and Spire Motorsports took place at the Charles R. Jonas Federal Building. The case, filed in February, is set to go to trial on February 1, 2027. JGR attorney Chad B. Walker alleged that Gabehart had continued access to sensitive JGR information until June, raising credibility concerns. Gabehart stated he had provided necessary files following a digital forensic analysis. Spire Motorsports has requested clarity on the specific trade secrets being litigated as new allegations arise regularly, complicating the discovery process. Judge David C. Keesler oversaw the hearing, addressing procedural issues related to the case.

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  • •Discovery hearing held on October 1 regarding ongoing lawsuit between JGR and Gabehart.
  • •Gabehart claimed to have returned all required documents to JGR by December.
  • •JGR alleges Gabehart had access to proprietary information until June.
  • •Spire seeks a definitive list of trade secrets involved in the case.
  • •Trial is set for February 1, 2027, after expedited discovery process.
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  • 10:19 PMYahoo Sports — Joe Gibbs Racing makes new claim against Chris Gabehart during discovery hearing
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Lawyers for multiple parties and non-parties attended court on Thursday

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