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Today, we’re diving deep into the key players behind the scenes in the ongoing Blake Lively vs. Justin Baldoni lawsuit. While the spotlight is on the big names, there are some major side characters shaping this case. - Jennifer Abel & Wayfarer vs. Stephanie Jones – What’s happening in this legal battle within the battle? - Jed Wallace’s Big Declaration – Why is this statement so important, and...

We’re back with journalist Kjersti Flaa, diving into the latest legal drama rocking Hollywood! From Blake Lively, Justin Baldoni, and Ryan Reynolds to PR agents, journalists, and beyond—this case keeps getting wilder. - New Lawsuits & Legal Maneuvers – Who’s filing what, and where do things stand? - Hollywood Insider Takes – Kjersti shares behind-the-scenes insights and industry reactions. - W...

We’re taking another look at Blake Lively’s 12(b)(6) motion—was our initial analysis off?  - What did we originally think, and has our opinion changed? - What are others saying? We’ll break down the legal takes from different perspectives. - Who does this motion actually help—Lively or Baldoni? You can view Blake Lively's Motion to Dismiss by Esra A Hudson here: https://aldavlaw.box.com/s/81ewfrph...

Blake Lively just filed a 12(b)(6) motion through her attorney, Esra A. Hudson, and it’s making waves in her legal battle with Justin Baldoni. - What’s in the motion? We’re breaking down the key arguments and legal strategies. - Does Lively have a strong case? Is her filing a game-changer in the lawsuit? - What happens next? How could Baldoni and the court respond to this latest move? You can view...

The feud between the Trump administration and the federal judiciary is escalating—are we witnessing a constitutional crisis unfold?  · Trump vs. the Courts – The administration continues to defy federal court orders. What does this mean for the balance of power? · Judicial Independence Under Fire – Public attacks on judges and legal rulings—how far is too far? · The Bigger Picture – What precedent...

Ryan Reynolds has just filed a new motion to dismiss in the lawsuit with Just Baldoni, pushing to have the case thrown out entirely—and he’s taking aim at Exhibit A. What’s in this key piece of evidence, and why does Reynolds want it gone? We’re breaking down the motion, what it means for the case, and whether the court is likely to side with him or Justin Baldoni. Join us LIVE, jump in the chat,...

Today, we’re diving into some major legal and media controversies: - Stephanie McNeal’s Glamour article—is she unfairly attacking content creators and women supporting Justin Baldoni? Let’s break it down.  - The White House vs. the Courts—why is the administration ignoring district court orders, and are we looking at a constitutional crisis?  - Gene Hackman’s tragic passing—we’re discussing the my...

Justin Baldoni hits back at the New York Times with his opposition to their 12b6 motion to dismiss. Baldoni argues that the NY Times must be held to account for their actions and their defamation. In brings in both the NY Times article and the video prepared by NY Times reporter Meagan Twohey. Hit play now for all the details! Available on all podcast platforms. #LegalDrama #JustinBaldoni #BlakeLi...

Late Thursday (March 13th), U.S. District Judge James Bredar issued a ruling ordering the Trump administration to rehire previously fired federal employees. The decision comes in response to a lawsuit filed by 19 states and the District of Columbia against multiple federal agencies, alleging that the mass firings were illegal. What does this ruling mean for federal employment law, and how could it...

Blake Lively won part of and lost part of her motion for a protective order in the Blake Lively v. Justin Baldoni lawsuit filed in New York Federal Court. Today, Judge Liman issued his ruling—following oral arguments last Thursday, March 6, 2025.   The Court entered a protective order that limits what documents may be designated Attorneys’ Eyes Only to four specific categories:   1. Trade secret i...

In this episode of Ask 2 Lawyers, we sit down with Joe Casey from Casey Aviation to discuss the recent wave of aviation incidents—including the Black Hawk helicopter crash in Washington, D.C., and commercial airliner mishaps in Philadelphia, Alaska, and Toronto. Are these just coincidences, or is aviation safety shifting? Were we simply in a golden era of safe flying before, or are these incidents...

Today’s Daily Docket is packed with major legal updates! We’re breaking down: - Justin Baldoni fights back—he’s opposing Leslie Sloane’s new motion to dismiss. What’s his argument?  - A South Carolina death row inmate is set to face the firing squad—what does this mean for the future of capital punishment?  - New developments in the Bryan Kohberger Idaho murder case—what’s the latest in this high-...

On today's Daily Docket, we're talking about the hearing in the Blake Lively v. Justin Baldoni case, the US Supreme Court Ruling on USAID, and more. What’s happening in the legal world today? Hit play now and join the conversation! Available on all podcast platforms. #LegalDrama #BlakeLively #JustinBaldoni #NYTimes #LawsuitBreakdown #SupremeCourt Join us on our upcoming LIVEs, ask your questions i...

Come for the quick update on the latest in Lively v. Baldoni, plus Baldoni’s defamation lawsuit against the NY Times. Stay for the random musings between 2 lawyers and a comedian! We’ve got a special guest—stand-up comedian and host of The Rush Hour Podcast, Dave Neal! PLUS—we’re breaking down the latest news and current events with some sharp legal analysis (and maybe a few laughs along the way)....

WOW—The court just ruled to STOP discovery for the NY Times in the Baldoni lawsuit! What does this mean for the case? Is this a big win for the NY Times, or just a temporary roadblock for Baldoni? Hit play now and join the conversation! Available on all podcast platforms. #LegalDrama #BlakeLively #JustinBaldoni #NYTimes #LawsuitBreakdown Join us on our upcoming LIVEs, ask your questions in real-ti...

Justin Baldoni is feeling confident— but should he be? His legal battle with the NY Times is heating up, and we’re breaking down the latest moves in court. Follow along in the court document below: Baldoni Team's Response to NYT Motion to Dismiss: https://app.box.com/s/f841050sole0cwxqbn1czymbov3eoj5h Hit play now and join the conversation! Available on all podcast platforms. #LegalDrama #BlakeLiv...

We’re back with Round 2 of the Lively vs. Baldoni vs. NY Times showdown! This time, we’re diving into your best comments, questions, and insights from our last discussion. Did the NY Times really play fair? Does Baldoni’s lawsuit stand a chance? You spoke, and we’re responding! Hit play now and join the conversation! Available on all podcast platforms. #LegalDrama #BlakeLively #JustinBaldoni #NYTi...

The legal battle between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni just took another turn, and we’re breaking it all down! Does the NY Times have a rock-solid defense, or could Baldoni’s lawsuit move forward? Plus, we’re diving into the big question: Did the NY Times report fairly on this case?  Hit play now and join the conversation! Available on all podcast platforms. #LegalDrama #BlakeLively #JustinBaldo...

A brand-new ruling just dropped—did Justin Baldoni just score a win in the subpoena battle? We’re breaking it all down, so grab your gavel and join the discussion! Join us on our upcoming LIVEs, ask your questions in real-time, and get the no-nonsense legal perspective on this case! Got a legal question? Drop it in the chat or leave us a text/voicemail—we might feature it in a future episode! 858-...

We’re back AGAIN—because this case just keeps getting crazier! A brand new filing just dropped in Blake Lively vs. Baldoni, and we’re diving in to break it all down. Plus, what’s up with this “Attorneys’ Eyes Only” drama? Drop your questions in the comments! Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and RATE the show so we can continue growing! #LiveLaw #BlakeLively #JustinBaldoni #RyanReynolds #SNL50 #Leg...

Did Ryan Reynolds' "joke" at SNL 50 just come back to haunt him? And what do these fresh subpoenas mean for the Blake Lively vs. Justin Baldoni legal battle? We're breaking it all down with no fluff, just straight legal analysis! Listen as we dig into the latest developments, discuss the strategy behind these subpoenas, and analyze whether Reynolds' offhand remark could have real legal consequence...

We’ve got a must-listen episode of Ask 2 Lawyers featuring none other than comedian and pop culture commentator Dave Neal (host of The Rush Hour Podcast)! @DaveNealComedian We’re diving deep into the drama surrounding Blake Lively & Justin Baldoni—the HR complaints, the alleged marketing strategy, and why Dave has been threatened with a lawsuit. What’s real? What’s just Hollywood spin? And wha...

We’re going all in on the legal breakdown of the Blake Lively & Justin Baldoni lawsuit—no fluff, just straight lawyer talk. This time, we’re getting deep into the legal weeds, dissecting the filings, contract implications, and what this case could mean for Hollywood productions moving forward. We’ve had amazing discussions with recent guests Zack Peter (@justplainzack) and Kjersti Flaa (@kjers...

Today on Ask 2 Lawyers, we’re sitting down with Hollywood journalist Kjersti Flaa (@Flaawsometalk) to break down the legal drama between Blake Lively & Justin Baldoni—especially the new amended complaint by Blake! You may know Kjersti from her infamous "baby bump" interview with Blake Lively, but she’s also an award-winning journalist with deep insider knowledge of Hollywood’s biggest legal ba...

In this episode of Ask 2 Lawyers, we dive deep into the legal drama surrounding Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni—breaking down the lawsuit, the key legal issues at play, and what could happen next. We’re joined by special guest Zack Peter (@justplainzack), host of No Filter with Zack Peter, to get his take on the case, the media frenzy, and the legal implications behind the headlines. Plus, we brin...