‘Storage Wars’ Lawsuit Fails to Nail A&E for Faking Reality

A “Storage Wars” lawsuit brought by former participant in the reality television series hit a wall Tuesday when a judge declared A&E has First Amendment rights in its production activities that allow it to essentially stage some aspects of the contest.

Dave Hester of "Storage Wars" attends the A&E network's 2012 Upfront at Lincoln Center on May 9, 2012 in New York City. Hester sued his former employer A&E in December 2012 for unfair business practices and deceiving viewers. Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images

A “Storage Wars” lawsuit brought by former participant in the reality television series hit a wall Tuesday when a judge declared A&E has First Amendment rights in its production activities that allow it to essentially stage some aspects of the contest.