A court ruling orders Justin Baldoni to pay Blake Lively’s legal fees in connection with part of their broader legal dispute. Both outlets report that the award relates specifically to legal costs tied to segments of Lively’s court battle, which stems from her dispute involving Baldoni. The New York Times notes that the final amount of the fee award has not yet been determined because the court decision at this stage covers only legal fees for part of the case rather than any broader award.
The Hollywood Reporter adds that, in addition to the legal-fee order, the court rules that Lively is not entitled to further damages under a California law intended to protect sexual harassment and assault victims who report misconduct. The outlets characterize the decision as addressing both payment of legal fees and the scope of potential damages that Lively sought. The size of the legal-fee award remains the next open item, as the courts proceed with determining the final figure.
