Is Bankruptcy the Next Stop and is a “Fresh Start” Available for Amber Heard? The well-publicized defamation case of Johnny Depp and Amber Heard resulted in a substantial judgment against Heard. Setting off the amount awarded to Depp, Heard will be liable for approximately $8 million in compensatory and punitive damages. If Heard files for relief under bankruptcy law, is that judgment dischargeable? What can Johnny Depp do if that arises to protect his interest? This article discusses substantive issues that may arise if that were to occur. A fundamental concept of American bankruptcy law is to provide a “fresh…