Recent Developments in the Legal Battle
In a significant turn of events, Blake Lively has scored yet another legal win as the director and actor, in the ongoing lawsuit regarding ‘It Ends With Us,’ faces setbacks. Just two weeks ago, a judge dismissed a hefty $400 million counter-suit against Lively and other involved parties. This dismissal came as a blow to the director, who had the chance to amend four out of seven claims in his lawsuit but failed to do so before the June 23 deadline.
The Fallout for Baldoni
Despite the expectation that he would refuel his claims, Baldoni’s lawyer, Bryan Freedman, revealed that they would not be amending the lawsuit but would pursue other legal avenues. This essentially shifts the focus on investigating claims of harassment against Lively. However, with the main claims dismissed, this outcome is considered a noteworthy victory for Lively.
The Path Forward
Looking ahead, Baldoni’s legal team is set to engage in discovery to challenge Lively’s accusations and pursue communications related to the production of ‘It Ends With Us.’ The judge’s ruling allows Baldoni access to Lively’s communications with Taylor Swift, which raises questions about the appropriateness of this request. While Baldoni’s supporters argue the fight may be too costly, Lively’s representatives celebrate this judicial victory, asserting it reinforces her position in the case. As the trial is scheduled for March 2026, Lively appears poised and ready to face whatever comes next, indicating that a settlement may not be in the cards.
