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Podcast: Law&Crime Sidebar
Episode: Blake Lively Scandal Heats Up as Ex-Publicist Sues Justin Baldoni
Description: In a stunning new twist, former publicist Stephanie Jones has filed a lawsuit accusing Justin Baldoni of not only orchestrating a smear campaign against actress Blake Lively, but also conspiring to force Jones out of her role as part of a broader effort to silence Lively's alleged misconduct claims. The suit names Baldoni, his crisis manager Melissa Nathan, and ex-employee Jennifer Abel, accusing them of betrayal, breach of contract, and involvement in the campaign to undermine Lively. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber breaks down the explosive new details and what it means for Baldoni’s rapidly escalating legal troubles.