A court date has been set for a highly promoted legal dispute between Black Liveli and it It ends with us Director and co-star, Justin Baldoni. According to a report by Enews, the case will be heard in New York on March 9, 2026.
Lively’s trial has accused Baldoni of sexually assaulting her during the production of 2024 Chorn Hoover’s optimization. It ends with us And it is alleged that he attached a crisis PR specialist to orkstrate an expedition to harm his reputation to protect his prestige. However, the hearing will only address more than live claims. Judge Lewis J. Liman confirmed that the proceedings would combine the case of Livali with Baldoni’s counter -protest, demanding $ 400 million in loss. Baldoni alleged that he was lively launched a spot against him and demanded to complete his role as the director of the film.
The court has also set a pre-trial conference for 3 February 2025, during which both legal teams have addressed Livali’s first request for a gagging order against Bryan Freedman, Solicitor of Baldoni, in which during the legal process Allegations of “inappropriate conduct” have been cited.
In a separate case, Baldoni has filed a complaint case against the New York Times, accusing the vibrant claims on the publication of non -responsible reporting, including an anti -counterfeit smear campaign allegations. Baldoni denied all the allegations, describing him as “completely false, derogatory and deliberately salty” in a December 1 statement issued through his Solicitor.
Both vibrant and New York Times have denied any wrongdoing. Livali’s legal team dismissed Baldony’s trial as a “desperate” attempt to reduce its credibility. “This is a classic case of Darvo: refusal, attack, reverse victims and criminals,” his lawyers said on 16 January. The statement said, “A woman comes forward with a clear evidence of sexual harassment and vengeance, and wants to transfer the defect on the culprit victim.”
Similarly, the New York Times has defended its reporting and pledged to combat Baldony’s claims. “Our story was reported carefully and responsible, based on thousands of pages of original documents, including text messages and emails that were accurately quoted in the article. Publication said in a statement, “We intend to strictly defend against the trial.”
Legal proceedings, including allegations of harassment, defamation and reputed sabotage, are prescribed for a closely investigated case with significant impacts to the entertainment industry.
