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Jury returns mixed verdict in Tyreek Hill civil battery case, awards $500,000 to ex-wife

A Florida jury ruled in favor of Tyreek Hill’s ex-wife, Keeta Vaccaro, in a civil lawsuit alleging battery, awarding her $500,000 in damages after finding the NFL star liable for two counts. The verdict, which did not include punitive damages, marks the first legal acknowledgment of Hill’s responsibility for the incidents, though the jury rejected claims on other counts.

The decision carries weight in the NFL’s ongoing review of its Personal Conduct Policy, as the league may still investigate the allegations independently. While the verdict does not automatically trigger discipline, it could influence teams’ willingness to pursue Hill amid the unresolved legal and personal conduct questions.

The jury’s mixed findings—including a failure to meet the higher standard for punitive damages—highlight the complexity of proving intentional misconduct under Florida law, even when battery is established.

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