The alleged conduct is illegal and, therefore, not protected by the First Amendment.
Leviss lawyer Bryan Freedman called the ruling a resounding win for his client.
We are pleased at the courts recognition that Ms. Madixs actions were illegal.
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We are confident that the ruling will be reversed by the California Court of Appeals.
He previously filed his own challenge to the complaint, calling it too vague to proceed.
Leviss lawsuit against both Sandoval and Madix is now moving ahead with a trial date set for November 2025.
I hurriedly took out my own phone and made two recordings of the FaceTime video.
Leviss said she was humiliated and villainized by the alleged actions of Sandoval and Madix.
She has offered numerous apologies.
There is more to the story, however, Leviss lawsuit said.
