In a recent development, a federal judge has made another decision in the ongoing bankruptcy saga involving Colorado football player Shilo Sanders. This time, the judge rejected Sanders’ effort to completely get rid of a lawsuit brought against him by a former school security guard, John Darjean, who claims Sanders owes him $11 million.

This marks the second occasion since June that the court has had to intervene in an attempt by Sanders to dismiss allegations from Darjean. Initially, Judge Michael Romero did throw out parts of Darjean’s lawsuit but also gave him the chance to make adjustments and file it again. Following these adjustments, Sanders’ legal team once again sought dismissal, but without full success this time.

The case stems back to an incident where Darjean alleges he suffered permanent injuries due to an aggressive action by Sanders when he was just a ninth-grader. Despite not participating in his defense at trial, a judgement was made against Sanders for $11 million in 2022. By filing for bankruptcy last October, Sanders aimed to erase this enormous debt and start afresh. However, Darjean is not backing down easily and is using every legal avenue available to ensure that debt remains enforceable.

Freedom-Loving Beachwear by Red Beach Nation - Save 10% With Code RVM10

MORE NEWS: Music Review: Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars: A Soulful Collaboration That Hits All the Right Notes

Judge Romero’s latest ruling allows most of Darjean’s lawsuit to proceed towards trial. The judge specifically pointed out that Darjean successfully pinpointed assets formerly owned by Sanders that were not listed as available for creditors in the bankruptcy filings – a key factor for allowing parts of the lawsuit to move forward.

One focal point of contention has been whether Shilo Sanders failed to disclose certain assets or incomes from his name, image, and likeness (NIL) deals within his bankruptcy case. According to court documents, there were alleged social media posts by Sanders showcasing paid promotions and luxury items which later disappeared from his profiles – actions Darjean argues could indicate an attempt to hide these assets from being considered in the bankruptcy proceedings.

Despite some parts of the complaint being dismissed — including a claim related directly to attorney fees recovery — the judge has allowed claims regarding potential concealment or destruction of financial records and NIL-related compensation disputes to proceed.

This ongoing legal battle underscores not just personal grievances between two individuals but highlights broader issues surrounding NIL rights, asset disclosure in bankruptcy filings, and what constitutes sufficient evidence of asset concealment or omission.

CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM THE THE DUPREE REPORT

Which age group do you think is most likely to feel "extremely proud" to be American?

By completing the poll, you agree to receive emails from The Dupree Report, occasional offers from our partners and that you've read and agree to our privacy policy and legal statement.

Sanders is currently pursuing graduate studies at Colorado and has been temporarily sidelined due to an injury but hopes to rejoin his team soon on October 12th against Kansas State. Meanwhile, both sides prepare for further legal wrangling as they await trial proceedings on unresolved claims in this complex case.

What are your thoughts on the complexities of NIL rights and asset disclosure in bankruptcy cases, especially in light of the ongoing legal dispute between Shilo Sanders and John Darjean?

Freedom-Loving Beachwear by Red Beach Nation - Save 10% With Code RVM10