They avoided resolving the misunderstanding like intelligent people and ran to the Kuuuurija program to present their stupidity. The stupidity was also confirmed by the court decision. They sued Veiko Huuse for daring to insult them for his unfair and inhumane actions, and they demanded damages for the insults. The Supreme Court upheld the decision of the County Court and the Circuit Court, so that Veiko Huuse could boldly continue to say that “Reelika Salong, Timo Tõnismaa and Kädi-Ly Männik decided to destroy Veiko Huuse’s health product venture out of ignorance, lack of education and to inflate their ego.” But that’s not all, because the court decisions belong to a science fiction series, read more
The Beginning: A Business Targeted by False Accusations
In the autumn of 2019, I introduced the first batch of Stevia sweetener to Estonia. Having personally used this product for the past seven years and selling it successfully for over five years, I had never received a single complaint—except from three individuals: Reelika Salong, Timo Tõnismaa, and Kädi-Ly Männik. In May 2020, they took me to court. Before filing their lawsuit, they had already gone crying to Katrin Lust, appearing on her show Kuuuurija, telling a fabricated story about me selling a harmful product.
However, the court confirmed that the product was not harmful and the plaintiffs failed to prove any damage caused by Stevia. I always knew my product was of high quality, and I openly expressed my thoughts to these individuals. They did not like my words, so they sued me for defamation, seeking compensation for my statements.
A Corrupt Court System: No Justice in Estonia
Through numerous other court cases I have covered on Fonte.News, I have seen firsthand that justice in Estonia is non-existent. Judges do not bother reviewing evidence properly and make decisions based on their own moral corruption. In my case, three court instances ruled that I must compensate these morally bankrupt individuals for my supposedly defamatory remarks.
How did this happen? Read on, because this case is far from over—it continues at the European Court of Human Rights.
The Core of the Dispute
The case revolved around alleged false statements and defamation supposedly made by me and Annika Urm regarding the plaintiffs. However, the court decision was highly unfair, as the judges failed to take all evidence into account.
Key Court Findings
The case examined two primary articles published on the websites i-Marbella.com (a site that does not even exist and was ignored by the court) and GoldenStevia.ee. The court ruled that some statements were unverified and harmed the plaintiffs’ reputation, yet several of their claims were dismissed.
Claims That the Court Rejected
The court did not uphold the following claims by Reelika Salong, Timo Tõnismaa, and Kädi-Ly Männik:
- “Timo Tõnismaa and Kädi-Ly Männik are making false accusations.”
- “Reelika Salong, Timo Tõnismaa, and Kädi-Ly Männik contacted Golden Stevia OÜ.” (They lied in court, claiming they had attempted to resolve the issue directly with me, yet they failed to provide proof.)
- “Reelika Salong, Timo Tõnismaa, and Kädi-Ly Männik, out of ignorance, lack of education, and ego-boosting, decided to destroy Veiko Huuse’s health business.”
The court ruled that these were opinions, not defamatory statements. Furthermore, the fact that the plaintiffs contacted multiple parties did not damage their reputation. Therefore, the court agreed with my argument that these individuals spread false accusations about Stevia and deliberately misled my customers.
The ruling also confirmed that they could not prove that Stevia was harmful. However, the plaintiffs still demanded compensation for being offended by my words, and the court sided with them, concluding that they suffered harm from my statements—despite the fact that they destroyed my business with their false allegations.
The Supreme Court Ruling: A Partial Victory?
The Supreme Court upheld the decisions of the lower courts, allowing me to continue stating that “Reelika Salong, Timo Tõnismaa, and Kädi-Ly Männik, out of ignorance, lack of education, and ego-boosting, destroyed my business.”
At first glance, this might seem like a fair outcome for me. But it was not.
The Real Question: Why Did the Court Demand Compensation at All?
If the entire lawsuit was about whether or not I had sold a harmful product, and the plaintiffs falsely accused me, then why did the judge not rule fairly and dismiss their compensation demands?
Instead, the judges selectively picked words and phrases from my statements, claiming they were damaging enough to justify financial penalties. According to the court, the real victims were the ones who falsely accused me, and I was the one who had to pay them.
The Double Standard in Estonia’s Legal System
It is absurd that those who destroyed my business and reputation were awarded financial compensation, while I, the true victim, was forced to pay them €12,000 in damages. This is how the Estonian justice system operates—it protects those who lie and deceive while punishing those who tell the truth.
Appeal to the European Court of Human Rights
Annika Urm and I have filed an appeal with the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR), as this case is a clear violation of justice. Since I suffered the real damage, not the plaintiffs, we will continue fighting for justice at an international level.
ECHR cases can take years, and in some instances, rulings have only been delivered after one of the parties has passed away. This shows how complex and time-consuming the international justice system can be.
The Aftermath: How This Affected My Business
Due to the damage caused by these individuals, Maauurija OÜ (formerly Golden Stevia OÜ) is now in liquidation. My business was damaged beyond repair because of their malicious actions.
Given that many Estonians blindly trust TV shows like Kuuuurija, it is pointless to try reasoning with them about ethics and health-conscious lifestyles.
While the court ruling was not entirely in favor of the plaintiffs, it still failed to deliver true justice. The judges disregarded crucial arguments in my defense.
Final Thoughts: A Flawed Justice System
This lawsuit was nothing more than a large-scale business conflict, where the plaintiffs lacked substantial evidence, yet the court still ruled against me.
As a result, I lost €12,000, my company, and my reputation.
This is what justice in Estonia looks like—where those who lie and manipulate the system are rewarded, while honest individuals suffer unjust consequences.
Who Were the Judges Responsible for This Decision?
- District Court Judge: Aleksandr Kondrašov
- Court of Appeal Judges: Ele Liiv, Gea Lepik, Brigitta Mõttus (Two of them have appeared on corruption lists in past cases.)
- Supreme Court Judges: Kai Kullerkupp, Kaupo Paal, Ants Kull (Kaupo Paal has also been linked to corruption cases.)
This case highlights the deep corruption within Estonia’s legal system, and unless something changes, no one can expect true justice in this country.
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