Benesch Partner Caitlin Kovacs was recently quoted in Us Weekly’s deep dive into the escalating legal dispute between It Ends With Us stars Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni. The high-profile lawsuits, which include claims of harassment, defamation and reputational damage, have sparked a media firestorm, raising questions about Hollywood’s evolving PR battles and the legal implications of public smear campaigns.
As the article explores the legal complexities of the case, Caitlin offers insight into the fundamental challenge of proving intent in these types of disputes:
“A lot of what’s been alleged is about people’s intentions,” Caitlin tells Us Weekly. “And that’s something that we’re never going to know.”
The piece also examines the significant financial stakes at play, as both Lively and Baldoni seek substantial damages. Kovacs explains that in such cases, experts will likely be called to assess the financial impact of the alleged actions:
Both parties will likely bring in experts to discuss what they would have otherwise earned or what opportunities they would have had “absent the conduct of the other side.”
With the trial set for 2026, this case will continue to be closely watched for its implications on celebrity disputes, defamation law and the growing influence of social media in shaping public perception.
Read the full Us Weekly article here.