**Justin Baldoni Countersues Blake Lively and Others in $250 Million Lawsuit**
In a recent twist in the ongoing legal battle between Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively, Baldoni has filed a $250 million countersuit against Lively, her publicist Melissa Nathan, and Wayfarer Studios. The countersuit alleges defamation, false information, invasion of privacy, and other claims, and seeks damages of $250 million.
The countersuit is in response to Lively’s complaint, filed with the California Civil Rights Division, which alleged sexual harassment and a hostile workplace on the film set of “It Ends With Us.” Lively also accused Baldoni of attempting to destroy her career and personal life.
The countersuit filed by Baldoni contains several allegations, including that Lively tried to marginalize him in the film’s marketing, banned him from the movie’s premiere, and denied him permission to attend the event. The lawsuit also claims that Lively’s publicist, Melissa Nathan, and Wayfarer Studios, were aware of the alleged harassment and failed to take action to stop it.
The countersuit also alleges that Lively’s complaint filed with the California Civil Rights Division was a “ruse” and that she never intended to pursue legal action. Instead, the lawsuit claims that Lively was motivated by a desire to damage Baldoni’s career and reputation.
In a statement, Lively’s attorneys responded to Baldoni’s countersuit, saying that it “does not change the claims made by Ms. Lively in the California Civil Rights Division’s complaint” and that the lawsuit is based on the “patently false premise” that Lively’s administrative complaints against Wayfarer and others were a ruse.
**FAQs**
Q: What is the alleged behavior that Justin Baldoni is accusing Blake Lively of?
A: According to the countersuit, Lively allegedly tried to marginalize Baldoni in the film’s marketing, banned him from the movie’s premiere, and denied him permission to attend the event.
Q: What is the complaint filed by Blake Lively against Justin Baldoni?
A: Lively’s complaint, filed with the California Civil Rights Division, alleges sexual harassment and a hostile workplace on the film set of “It Ends With Us.”
Q: What is the amount of damages being sought by Justin Baldoni in his countersuit?
A: The countersuit seeks damages of $250 million.
Q: What is the status of the legal proceedings?
A: The lawsuit is ongoing, with both sides filing motions and responding to each other’s claims. A date for trial has not been set.
**Conclusion**
The lawsuit between Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively continues to unfold, with both sides trading accusations and allegations. The countersuit filed by Baldoni seeks to damage Lively’s reputation and reputation, while Lively’s complaint is an attempt to seek justice for the alleged harassment and hostile workplace she experienced on the set of “It Ends With Us.” The legal battle is likely to continue for some time, with both sides likely to present their cases in court.
