Welcome back, Legal Team! In part three of our Leah McSweeney coverage, we’re unpacking the motion to dismiss hearing and how NBC, Bravo, and Andy Cohen are relying on First Amendment protections to defend against Leah’s claims. We break down the key arguments from both sides, including how a landmark lawsuit against The Bachelor is being used to set precedent for reality TV casting and production decisions. Plenty of legal drama this week — and even more ahead!
What’s on the docket?
Defendants (NBC/Bravo/Andy Cohen) present their arguments on their motion to dismiss
Transcript highlights from the hearing held on November 14, 2024
Arguments in defense of Andy Cohen regarding drug use and sexist discrimination allegations
Leah’s attorney responds to the motion
Detailed overview of The Bachelor lawsuit and how it's being used as precedent to defend creative and casting decisions in Leah’s case
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