It's been nearly a year since 22-year-old Gabby Petito disappeared while on a cross-country road trip with her boyfriend Brian Laundrie. Petito, at the hands of Laundrie, who confessed in a journal he left behind after committing suicide. MORE: FBI: Brian Laundrie claimed responsibility for Gabby Petito's death in notebook found near his bodyTwo families shattered by the deaths will now face off in a courtroom. MORE: Brian Laundrie’s parents will face jury for allegedly knowing about Gabby Petito's death during searchThey claim their tactics wasted weeks of law enforcement's time and caused them emotional distress. The Laundrie's released a statement following today's judgment, saying they are disappointed but plan to use all available legal means to preserve their rights.