‘It Ends With Us’ Battle Royale Greenlit for Trial But Court Cuts Blake Lively’s Harassment Claim

Share on Facebook Share on X Google Preferred Share to Flipboard Show additional share options Share on LinkedIn Share on Pinterest Share on Reddit Share on Tumblr Share on Whats App Send an Email Print the Article Post a Comment Logo text Justin Baldoni will not have to face most claims in Blake Lively ‘s lawsuit over alleged sexual harassment on the set of It Ends With Us . The decision significantly narrows the scope of the case as it marches toward trial. U.S. District Judge Lewis Liman on Thursday dismissed the majority of Lively’s case, including claims for defamation, conspiracy and sexual harassment. Absent a last-minute settlement, the trial will center on allegations of breach of contract, retaliation by Wayfarer, and aiding and abetting retaliation by Baldoni’s public relations shop. “Certain conduct at least arguably crossed the line,” wrote Liman. He added, “There are limits to the response that the accused can make in response to claims of harassment. There comes a point where the accused stops simply defending him or herself and starts taking action that a reasonable jury could view as retaliation for the fact that the accuser had the temerity to make the accusations.” More to come… THR Newsletters Sign up for THR news straight to your inbox every day Subscribe Sign Up More from The Hollywood Reporter On Location How to Get Good Seats, Premium Food, Suite Access and “White Glove” Service at LA28 Games