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Timothy Hutton's Lawsuit Over 'Leverage' Reboot Settled

Wed Dec 04 2024
Timothy Hutton, an Oscar-winning actor, has finally settled a long-standing legal battle with the producers of the TV show 'Leverage'. The lawsuit began in 2022 when Hutton claimed he was unfairly cut from the show's reboot due to old sexual assault allegations. Despite the case being dismissed by prosecutors, Hutton was never rehired or paid for the reboot season. The lawsuit also revealed that producers didn't investigate the allegations thoroughly before making their decision. Both parties have now agreed to a confidential settlement, pending a judge's approval in March 2025. The story highlights the complexities of dealing with old allegations and the importance of thorough investigations before making crucial decisions. It also raises questions about the fairness of pay-or-play contracts in the entertainment industry.

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    How does the concept of 'innocent until proven guilty' apply in the context of contractual obligations and public perception?
    If Timothy Hutton's character was killed off, why not just revive him in the next season with an exciting plot twist?
    How did the ongoing legal battle between Timothy Hutton and Electric Entertainment resolve after the settlement was reached?

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