As if any of you didn’t know already, this is going to get ugly. But I’m Team Nicollette for several reasons: you don’t file a lawsuit about something that serious without any proof to back you up, you go to the press even if it’s true; and being something as serious as (gender) violence, why hasn’t she been sued for false accusations?
I am 99% sure wrongful termination is indeed, just like it’s happening now for Criminal Minds actresses, “creative reasons” are a lame excuse to fire someone. And the way everything happened (rushed dead, recycled “farewell” episode, JUST TV Guide interview, no talk shows to promote her last episode…). And remember back in 2008, there were reports of Marc hitting Nicollette… Now tell me, there’s nothing fishy here.

After months of silence and rumors of a settlement, ABC has begun fighting back against former “Desperate Housewives” star Nicollette Sheridan’s lawsuit against former boss Marc Cherry.

According to The Hollywood Reporter, ABC has hired on high-profile employee litigation specialist, Adam Levin. Levin is best known for successfully defending Warner Bros. Television against a harassment suit from a former “Friends” writer’s assistant.

“We intend to delve into the merits of her claims, all of which we strenuously dispute,” Levin told the publication.

Apparently, he hasn’t wasted any time. Levin has already requested private documents from Sheridan’s reps surrounding her alleged assault. He also seeks to depose her on tape as early as August.

Additionally, ABC is requesting documents and information from Sheridan’s agents at Innovative Artists and Don Buchwald & Associates, and publicity company BWR, among others. They’re also seeking documents for medical records revolving around Sheridan’s assault claim.

Sheridan filed her lawsuit in April in Los Angeles Superior Court. She is suing Cherry for assault and battery, gender violence and wrongful termination and seeks more than $20 million in damages.

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