Hubbard Inn sues woman after viral TikTok alleges assault

River North restaurant Hubbard Inn has filed a defamation lawsuit against Julia Reel, a TikTok user who posted a viral video accusing restaurant staff of injuring her.

The lawsuit, filed by the law firm Forde & O’Meara on March 18, charges a count of defamation with a loss of over $30,000 in damages due to canceled reservations and one-star reviews, as well as damage to the restaurant’s reputation.