Alec Baldwin Faces Civil Trial

The trial will focus on claims of emotional distress and reckless handling of a loaded weapon that resulted in the fatal shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins in 2021.

The judge rejected Baldwin's attempt to evade the negligence claims, stating that the plaintiff deserves a jury trial.

Several other producers are also named in the suit, which alleges a lack of safety protocols on the production.

This legal development ensures that Baldwin will return to court as the fallout from the tragic incident continues to linger years later.