The legal conflict between José Manuel Figueroa and Imelda Tuñón has escalated to formal court proceedings as Figueroa has filed a civil lawsuit for moral damages in Mexico City. This action follows public allegations concerning purported sexual abuse involving his brother, Julián Figueroa. The lawsuit is notably detailed in a document received by the court's office on February 12, 2026, and stipulates the civil liability for moral damages with Figueroa as the plaintiff and Tuñón as the defendant.

Figueroa's legal recourse seeks to address what he claims is a serious infringement on his and his family's honor and reputation due to the allegations made by Tuñón. As the claim is focused on moral damages, it typically involves demands for economic compensation or public restoration due to perceived harm against one's dignity or feelings. In a statement regarding the legal action, Figueroa emphasized the importance of the law as a means to seek justice and protection against public accusations.

This legal development is significant not only for the families involved but also reflects broader societal implications regarding how allegations of abuse are treated in the public eye, especially considering the recent rise of public discourse surrounding sexual abuse cases in Mexico. The outcome of this case may have repercussions on the individuals’ public image as well as on how similar cases are perceived and handled within the judicial system in the country.