It Ends With Us: How Harassment, Retaliation Claims Could Apply to Out-of-State Employees

It’s not often that a blockbuster movie filmed in New Jersey could have a New York lawsuit relevant to California employers, but a decision last month from the Southern District of New York offers exactly that.

In evaluating the merits of a motion to dismiss, the court considered how California law applies to out-of-state conduct as well as liability for harassment and retaliation. Ultimately, the court held that portions of a major Hollywood actress’ lawsuit could proceed to trial (Lively v. Wayfarer Studios, LLC, et al., (1:24-cv-10049) District Court, S.D. New York). Here’s how employers could face liability issues related to California’s Fair