US judge threatens $15 million judgment in Liberian dispute

Judge Paul S Diamond of the Philadelphia District Court said he would enter the judgment against Garrett Kelleher if a settlement between his side and Cigna Worldwide was not reached by the end of September

Property developer Garrett Kelleher: ‘we have acted honourably at all times’ Picture: Jason Clarke

A US federal judge has issued an order stating his wish to impose a $15 million plus judgment on developer Garrett Kelleher in a long-standing legal battle involving a complex insurance claim.

Judge Paul S Diamond of the Philadelphia District Court said he would enter the judgment of $15.17 million against Kelleher if a settlement between his side and Cigna Worldwide was not reached by the end of September.

The case dates back ...