Allegations and Counterclaims
alleges sexual harassment and a smear campaign by and others during the promotion of '', detailing inappropriate behaviors and retaliatory tactics against her.
In response, Justin Baldoni counters with a lawsuit against Lively, her husband , and others for extortion and defamation, seeking $400 million, claiming Lively's actions destroyed his reputation.
Legal and Public Relations Tactics
Lively's lawsuit includes demands for a hostile-free work environment, while Baldoni's legal team accuses Lively of orchestrating a smear campaign against him, with both sides allegedly engaging in public relations maneuvers to sway public opinion.
The complex legal and personal relationships among the parties, including involvement of their spouses and publicists, have added to the public and media interest, with both sides denying the other's allegations and vowing to pursue their claims vigorously.