The popular girl group NewJeans, consisting of members Minji, Hanni, Danielle, Haerin, and Hyein, has announced they’ve hired a law firm to represent them in their ongoing legal dispute with ADOR and HYBE. The group claims that HYBE and ADOR used “underhanded tactics” in an attempt to divide the members. This news comes via a heartfelt letter shared on their new Instagram account, jeanzforfree.
NewJeans Details Legal Battle
The letter from NewJeans reveals that ADOR has filed a lawsuit seeking confirmation of the validity of their exclusive contracts. ADOR has also applied for an injunction to prevent the members from signing advertising contracts. The group explained that they received these legal documents and have since appointed the law firm Shin & Kim (Sejong) to represent them. They stated that they felt the need for a strong legal team to match the expertise of Kim & Chang, who are representing HYBE and ADOR.
Allegations of Mismanagement and Obstacles
NewJeans further expressed their disappointment with ADOR and HYBE, stating they failed to provide adequate protection and support during their activities. The group described facing numerous obstacles and accused the agencies of effectively abandoning them under the guise of offering a “long-term break,” which they interpreted as an attempt to suspend their careers.
The letter further states that even after the lawful termination of their exclusive contract, baseless criticisms were spread about them through the media and YouTube channels, with information that they believe could only have come from ADOR or HYBE. They believe these actions point directly to ADOR and HYBE as the source of the issues.
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Accusations of Manipulation and Unfair Practices
The group also accused ADOR and HYBE of harassing and attacking them behind the scenes, despite public claims of wanting them to return. NewJeans alleged that there were attempts to secretly meet with some of their parents to manipulate or divide them. The group firmly stated they have no intention of returning to either agency, citing a complete lack of trust.
Here is the full letter from NewJeans:
Hello,
This is Minji, Hanni, Danielle, Haerin, and Hyein.
Through media reports, we have learned that ADOR has filed a ‘lawsuit for confirmation of the validity of our exclusive contract’ against us and has also applied for an ‘injunction to preserve the agency’s status and prohibit the signing of advertising contracts.’ A few days ago, we received the lawsuit and application, and we have appointed the law firm Shin & Kim (Sejong) as our representative.
Since ADOR and HYBE have appointed Kim & Chang as their representative, we felt it was necessary to choose a law firm capable of countering their legal expertise. Considering the urgency of responding to the swiftly proceeding injunction, we believe that Shin & Kim, which is already familiar with the misconduct and issues of HYBE and ADOR, is the most suitable choice.
HYBE and ADOR have failed to fulfill their obligations as agencies to protect and foster their artists. Throughout our activities, we faced numerous obstacles, both large and small. They essentially abandoned us, wrapping their intent to ‘suspend our careers’ in the guise of ‘a long-term break.’ Even after the lawful termination of our exclusive contract, baseless criticisms about us were spread through the media and YouTube “reckless” channels, sharing information that could only have come from ADOR or HYBE. This leads us to conclude that ADOR and HYBE are at the center of these issues.
While publicly claiming they want us to return, ADOR and HYBE have continued to harass and attack us behind the scenes. Recently, they even attempted to secretly meet with some of our parents to manipulate or divide us. Instead of resorting to cowardly tactics, spreading false information, or using the media to play unfair games, we hope they will address these matters transparently and fairly without lies.
We want to state firmly: The five of us have absolutely no intention of returning to HYBE or ADOR, where even the minimum level of trust cannot be expected.
Even after terminating our exclusive contract, we aimed to conclude the remaining schedules and agreements amicably to avoid causing harm to related parties. However, witnessing ADOR and HYBE causing harm to us and many others through unjust actions has led us to decide that we can no longer remain silent.
We intend to clearly reveal the wrongdoing of ADOR and HYBE through legal procedures and will fight boldly in court to bring the truth to light.
To our fans who have cherished and loved us, we are deeply sorry for causing you concern. However, we promise to stand up for what is right and fight to ensure we can once again share our music with you freely as soon as possible. We ask for your continued support and encouragement. Thank you.
The members expressed their intention to reveal the alleged wrongdoings of ADOR and HYBE through legal channels and fight in court to reveal the truth. They also apologized to their fans for causing concern and promised to continue making music.
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