On June 1, 2026, a court hearing addressed Blake Lively’s motion for fees and damages under California Civil Code § 47.1. Judge Liman highlighted procedural challenges, particularly the statute’s fit with federal rules and Seventh Amendment concerns. Both parties largely agreed on burden allocation but differed on how the statute applies post-settlement. A decision is expected soon. Continue reading Liman Takes Lively’s § 47.1 Motion Under Advisement After Garofalo Struggles With the Counterclaim Problem

The May 7, 2026 settlement between Blake Lively and Wayfarer Studios resolved claims with prejudice, waiving appeals, while leaving Lively’s attorneys’ fees and damages motion pending. Freedman’s accusations of Lively lying highlight ongoing tensions. The future ruling on the 47.1 motion remains crucial, as it will impact public perceptions without further appeal options. Continue reading Freedman Cannot Stop Talking, and That Is the Point

On May 7, 2026, Blake Lively and Wayfarer Parties submitted documents settling nearly all claims in their legal dispute, leaving only Lively’s motion under California Civil Code section 47.1. The waiver of appeal rights ensures Judge Liman’s ruling will be final. How this ruling is reported may lead to misconceptions about its actual legal implications. Continue reading Blake Lively v Baldoni Settlement and Pending 47.1 Motion

On August 8, 2025, Judge Lewis J. Liman ruled in favor of Blake Lively, striking a 292-page deposition transcript from the record for serving no legitimate purpose in the litigation. The judge emphasized that court filings must focus on legal matters, not public relations, and warned against disrespectful language in future submissions. Continue reading Judge Strikes Blake Lively Deposition Filing, Calls Out PR Tactics