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Danielle Marsh (left) and Min Hee-jin, now CEO of OK Records. (Photo: Yonhap News Agency) |
[Alpha Biz= Ellie Kim] SEOUL, June 12 — ADOR claimed in court that Danielle Marsh proceeded with an overseas collaboration deal on the same day a court barred independent activities, intensifying an ongoing legal dispute.
During a hearing at the Seoul Central District Court on June 11, ADOR argued that Danielle was in talks with U.S. band Emotional Oranges for a featuring contract on the evening the injunction was issued, indicating an intention to disregard the court’s ruling.
ADOR also accused former CEO Min Hee-jin of encouraging contract termination by assuring members and their families that financial risks, including penalties and legal costs, would be mitigated.
The agency further alleged that Danielle’s family was involved in discussions about backdating contracts and restructuring payment arrangements, raising questions about whether the artist acted independently.
Danielle’s legal team denied the claims, stating that she believed her contract had been lawfully terminated and that the collaboration was legitimate. They also argued that ADOR is exaggerating the issue and unfairly singling her out.
The dispute stems from ADOR’s termination notice issued in December last year, followed by a damages lawsuit now seeking approximately 33.1 billion won ($25 million). Both sides remain locked in a protracted legal battle with no signs of settlement.
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