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Legal Dispute Over Deposition of Will Smith in Jada Pinkett Smith Lawsuit
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2026-07-18 13:48   Justice   10

Legal Dispute Over Deposition of Will Smith in Jada Pinkett Smith Lawsuit

Will Smith could face legal complications as his former friend, Bilaal Salaam, attempts to depose him in a lawsuit against Jada Pinkett Smith.Legal documents reveal that Salaam has requested a deposition of Smith, but Jada's legal team has rejected the request, stating Smith is not a party to the litigation.

The lawsuit, which claims Jada threatened Salaam after he refused to help mitigate the fallout from Smith's infamous Oscars slap incident, has been partially dismissed by a judge.Jada's team has also criticized Salaam for failing to provide medical records despite his claims of emotional distress.The case remains ongoing, with Jada having been awarded over $30,000 in legal fees.

The situation highlights the complex legal battles surrounding the couple's personal and professional relationships, as well as the broader implications of defamation and privacy laws in celebrity cases.

The article underscores the tension between public figures and their associates, emphasizing how legal disputes can escalate beyond initial allegations.

Key points include the legal strategies employed by both parties, the role of court decisions in shaping the case's trajectory, and the potential consequences for all involved.

Full reading at TMZ

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