What specific claims led to the legal fees demand?

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Blake Lively's Legal Team Seeks Fees and Damages Following Settlement

Blake Lively's legal representatives are pursuing legal fees and damages from her It Ends with Us co-star Justin Baldoni, following a settlement reached last month in their protracted legal dispute. Lively's legal team contends that Baldoni's defamation lawsuit against her constitutes an unlawful retaliatory action under California law. While the precise sum being sought has not been disclosed, this demand stems from allegations that Baldoni engaged in inappropriate conduct and orchestrated a campaign to damage Lively's reputation.
Allegations of Inappropriate Conduct and Script Alteration

Lively initially filed a complaint against Baldoni in December 2024, asserting that the actor, who also directed the film, had made inappropriate remarks about his personal sex life. Furthermore, she alleged that Baldoni attempted to modify the film's script to incorporate sex scenes that were not part of the original screenplay. These actions formed a core part of Lively's initial grievances against her co-star.
Claims of Coordinated Reputation Damage Campaign

Beyond the alleged attempts to alter the film's content, Lively's legal team also put forth claims that Baldoni was responsible for orchestrating a public relations and social media campaign. The intent behind this alleged campaign, according to Lively, was to systematically harm her reputation. This aspect of the dispute highlights concerns about professional conduct and the use of public platforms to influence public perception.
Dismissal of Counterclaims and Upholding of Retaliation Allegations

Baldoni and his production company, Wayfarer Studios, had previously filed counterclaims against Lively and her husband, Ryan Reynolds, alleging extortion and defamation. However, a judge dismissed these counterclaims in the preceding year. While a federal judge, Lewis Liman, did dismiss some of Lively's own claims, he notably upheld her allegations that Baldoni's actions constituted retaliation, a key point in her ongoing pursuit of legal fees and damages.

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