Jesse sued because he stated he never said "seals deserved to lose a few" and he was never punched. He wasn't named in the book but was stated in a interview with Kyle that he was referring to him. And Jesse testified he was in the bar. I agree it should have never made it to trial. The media always finds a way to twist, stories, facts. I don't know why one would think it is OK to sue ones estate, especially on a he said she said altercation.