MyPillow Sued by DHL Over $800,000 in Unpaid Delivery Services as Financial Troubles Mount for Mike Lindell
MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell faces another lawsuit, as global shipping company DHL sues the pillow manufacturer for over $799,000 in unpaid delivery services. The lawsuit, filed in Hennepin County, Minnesota, is part of a growing wave of legal challenges that Lindell has encountered as his company struggles with mounting debts and litigation. The case marks the latest chapter in Lindell’s ongoing financial and legal troubles, according to CNN.
Ongoing Financial Struggles
DHL’s lawsuit stems from unpaid invoices for pillow delivery services that have accumulated over the years. The shipping company alleges that 22 payments, each totaling $32,291.67, are outstanding, amounting to a debt of nearly $800,000. Despite a warning issued in July 2024, MyPillow failed to settle the debt, prompting DHL to pursue legal action. The lawsuit seeks full payment of the debt, along with 18 percent annual interest and coverage of legal fees.
This case is just one of several financial and legal issues surrounding MyPillow. A similar lawsuit was filed by shipping company Extend, Inc. in late August, which claimed MyPillow owed over half a million dollars for product protection and shipping services under a contract that was breached by Lindell’s company.
Legal Pressures on Lindell
Mike Lindell has been embroiled in multiple legal battles, many of which stem from his claims about the 2020 election. In October 2023, Lindell publicly stated that MyPillow had been “decimated” by lawsuits from voting technology companies Dominion Voting Systems and Smartmatic. These companies sued Lindell for defamation over his unfounded claims that their voting machines manipulated the election results in favor of President Joe Biden. Lindell continues to face legal and financial pressure from these cases, further exacerbating MyPillow’s financial difficulties.
The Extend lawsuit highlighted similar issues, with the company accusing MyPillow of failing to pay for services it had provided under a contract that was terminated in March 2024. Despite repeated attempts to collect the owed payments, including communications with Lindell himself, the company received no payment. According to the lawsuit, Lindell had promised to address the issue in June 2024 but failed to follow through.
Future Implications for MyPillow
As these lawsuits pile up, MyPillow faces increasing financial strain. If DHL’s lawsuit is not settled, the company could face further losses, including accumulating interest on the unpaid debt. The legal fees associated with defending these lawsuits could also drive MyPillow further into financial instability.
The situation raises broader questions about the future viability of Lindell’s company. The legal battles, combined with the loss of major retail partners and mounting debts, have significantly impacted MyPillow’s operations. While Lindell continues to claim that his legal troubles are politically motivated, the financial consequences are becoming increasingly difficult to ignore.
Broader Context of Legal Issues
Lindell’s financial woes are closely tied to his role as a prominent supporter of former President Donald Trump and his efforts to overturn the 2020 election results. The lawsuits filed by Dominion and Smartmatic represent significant legal challenges for Lindell, and their outcomes could have lasting implications for both Lindell personally and for MyPillow as a business.
In the meantime, MyPillow continues to face lawsuits related to its operational and financial dealings. DHL’s lawsuit underscores the broader financial troubles the company is experiencing, while Lindell’s ongoing legal battles show no signs of slowing down. As the trial dates approach, MyPillow’s ability to survive these challenges remains uncertain.
