Jeon Hong Joon spoke briefly with the media following his brief victory in the legal battle with FIFTY FIFTY. The ATTRAKT CEO pointed out that his company is going after the person who started the trouble in the first place. Jeon stated that they are focused on seeking justice from The Givers’ Ahn Sung Il.
FIFTY FIFTY Loses Legal Battle Against Own Label
On August 28, a significant legal development emerged as a judge decided to reject an injunction aimed at suspending FIFTY FIFTY’s contract with ATTRAKT. This decision dealt a substantial setback to FIFTY FIFTY’s claims of mistreatment, effectively indicating that the court found insufficient evidence to substantiate their allegations.
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This decision was prompted by reports stating that FIFTY FIFTY had declined to engage in mediation court proceedings. When the group’s legal representative pursued a traditional trial, the judge swiftly dismissed the request. Consequently, the judge’s ruling not only signifies a setback for FIFTY FIFTY’s efforts to break their contract but also underscores the importance of cooperation and adherence to legal processes in resolving disputes of this nature.
ATTRAKT CEO Breaks Silence Following Small Victory
Following the dismissal of the injunction against FIFTY FIFTY’s contract with ATTRAKT, CEO Jeon Hong Joon addressed the media with a brief statement. According to reports from Yonhap News, the CEO disclosed his intention to shift his attention towards pursuing legal action against Ahn Sung Il. The Givers’ head has been accused of orchestrating FIFTY FIFTY’s attempted departure from ATTRAKT. This move signifies ATTRAKT’s commitment to seeking justice in this matter.
Jeon Hong Joon’s statement suggests that ATTRAKT is determined to address the allegations and concerns surrounding FIFTY FIFTY’s contract. They also seek justice for the role of individuals like Ahn Sung Il in this complex situation.
“We have a lot of evidence that points to (Ahn Sung Il’s) tampering. We plan to now focus on the criminal lawsuit against Ahn Sung Il and Director Baek,” Jeon said.
This development underscores the ongoing legal battles and tensions within the entertainment industry. Technically, various parties seek to protect their interests and rights in contract disputes. For now, FIFTY FIFTY are reportedly likely to appeal the decision. Stay tuned for more updates on this story.