Blake Lively’s legal team is preparing to introduce fresh claims against actor Justin Baldoni in her sexual harassment lawsuit.
According to her lawyer, Michael Gottlieb, these new allegations will be included in an updated complaint, which is set to be filed by Valentine’s Day.
This development follows Baldoni’s own filing in a $400 million defamation lawsuit against Lively, accusing her of leaking details about her harassment claims to The New York Times.
Lively’s Lawyer Seeks Protective Order for High-Profile Celebrity Friends
During a recent court hearing, Gottlieb emphasized the importance of safeguarding the privacy of Lively and her celebrity friends.
He confirmed plans to request a protective order to prevent sensitive information about their high-profile associates from being exposed during the legal proceedings.
While not naming specific individuals, Gottlieb’s comments suggest that celebrities such as Taylor Swift could be impacted, as she is mentioned in Baldoni’s complaint.
Legal Teams Brace for Intense Discovery Process as Defamation Case Moves Forward
Gottlieb also discussed the upcoming discovery process, focusing on how Baldoni and his team used the media to influence public perception and retaliate against Lively.
He hinted at uncovering information about individuals who may have been paid to take certain public positions.
Baldoni’s lawyer, Bryan Freedman, urged the court to expedite the case, stating that his clients were already suffering significant damages due to media exposure, including the loss of business for Wayfair and negative consequences for Baldoni’s publicist, Melissa Nathan.
Justin Baldoni’s Defamation Lawsuit Hits a New Stage with Potential Dismissal in California
Freedman indicated that Baldoni’s defamation lawsuit against The New York Times would be dismissed, with the case proceeding through New York courts, where the newspaper has been added as a defendant.
Judge Lewis Liman combined the two ongoing lawsuits in New York, setting the stage for intense legal battles over public statements and media coverage.
Sigrid McCawley Joins Legal Team, Adding Fuel to the Legal Drama
Adding to the intrigue of the case is the involvement of high-powered attorney Sigrid McCawley, known for representing victims of Jeffrey Epstein.
McCawley will now represent Lively’s publicist, Leslie Sloane, who faces accusations of attempting to damage Baldoni’s reputation.
The courtroom drama is set to intensify as the legal teams clash over the accusations and the involvement of various public figures.
Lively Seeks Gag Order Amid Legal Battle with Baldoni and Wayfarer Studios
Blake Lively’s legal team has requested a gag order to silence Baldoni’s lawyer, Bryan Freedman, claiming that his comments about her to the media have been harassing and retaliatory.
The actress wants Judge Liman to step in and prevent Freedman from making further public statements about the case, arguing that his behavior is damaging to her reputation.
This request could significantly impact how the case unfolds in the media.
New Legal Documents Published Online as Both Sides Continue to Battle in Court
In a controversial move, Baldoni’s legal team created a website, TheLawsuitInfo.com, to publish new details about their ongoing legal fight.
This includes an amended version of Baldoni’s defamation complaint and a timeline of events that led to the current feud.
The website also contains personal text messages between Baldoni and Lively, which are now part of the court’s public record.
Ryan Reynolds’ Texts Add Drama to the Legal Feud Between Lively and Baldoni
As part of the newly released documents, text messages from Lively’s husband, actor Ryan Reynolds, reveal that he had a friendly relationship with Baldoni before their feud escalated.
One text exchange shows Reynolds expressing excitement about Lively working with Baldoni, calling him “dynamic” and praising the potential of their collaboration.
These texts have added fuel to the ongoing legal conflict.
Heated Dispute Over Deposition of Blake Lively as Baldoni’s Lawyer Seeks to Question Her
One of the critical points of contention in the case is whether Bryan Freedman, Baldoni’s lead attorney, should be allowed to personally depose Blake Lively.
Lively’s team has objected, citing past statements made by Freedman as grounds for disqualifying him from the deposition.
This issue will be addressed in upcoming hearings as both sides continue to spar over who will be permitted to question Lively.
A Look Back at How the Legal Battle Between Lively and Baldoni Escalated Over Filming Disagreements
The tension between Lively and Baldoni began during the filming of It Ends with Us, where Lively allegedly felt uncomfortable with some of the intimate scenes and sought more control over the production.
Lively’s claims of harassment, including an accusation that Baldoni entered her trailer while she was topless, set off a chain of events leading to both parties filing lawsuits.
These disputes are now playing out in court, with both sides alleging reputational damage and seeking significant financial compensation.
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