SOURCE: 어도어 측 "430억 손배소, 다니엘 연예활동 좌우하지 않아…본인 결정 가능"
ADOR, a subsidiary of HYBE, has refuted claims that they are intentionally delaying the 430 billion KRW damages lawsuit filed against NewJeans' ex-member Danielle, her family, and former ADOR CEO Min Heejin (currently CEO of OOAK Records).
On the morning of the 26th, during a preparatory hearing at the Seoul Central District Court, ADOR stated, "This lawsuit for damages and penalties do not determine Danielle's entertainment activities."
Danielle's side argued, "This case was filed by the plaintiff. They judged that there was a major violation of contract and notified her of termination. If so, the reasons for that termination should already be established. They shouldn't be searching for evidence through the lawsuit. It has already been three months since this case began, the plaintiff should already have the evidence. We are requesting a set schedule so the plaintiff can submit the materials and we can respond accordingly."
In response, ADOR countered, "They are linking Danielle's activities to this case, but this is a lawsuit for damages and penalties. It does not determine the defendant's career. The defendant can decide for herself whether to continue her entertainment activities."
Hearing this, Danielle's side pushed back, saying, "If Danielle resumes her activities, the plaintiff will undoubtedly raise objections and pick a fight."
Last December, ADOR terminated Danielle's exclusive contract and filed a lawsuit for damages. At the time, ADOR stated, "We plan to hold one of Danielle's family members and former CEO Min Heejin legally responsible for causing this dispute and for NewJeans' departure and delayed return."
Previously, NewJeans' members had demanded the reinstatement of former CEO Min Heejin, who was dismissed due to conflicts with HYBE, but this was not accepted. In November 2024, they claimed their contracts were terminated due to ADOR's violations. ADOR insisted the contracts were still valid and filed a lawsuit to confirm the contracts' validity in December. The court sided with ADOR, ruling that the contracts were still valid.
Haerin and Hyein were the first to announce their return through ADOR, followed by Hanni. Minji is still in discussions regarding her return. However, ADOR has notified Danielle of the termination of her exclusive contract, drawing significant attention.
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