Ador has secured a temporary injunction against NewJeans/NJZ, restricting the group's professional activities without the agency's involvement, though their upcoming ComplexCon Hong Kong performance will proceed as planned.

The Seoul court ruling marks a significant development in the ongoing dispute between NewJeans (also known as NJZ) and Hybe's subsidiary Ador. The conflict began when NewJeans attempted to terminate their contract with Hybe/Ador in February, citing contractual violations and declaring independence.

Key developments in the dispute:

• NewJeans claims unilateral contract termination due to alleged violations
• Ador contests the termination and maintains the original agreement's validity
• The agency has pursued legal action, including an anti-tampering law campaign
• NewJeans/NJZ has announced plans to appeal the injunction

Despite the injunction, NewJeans' March 23rd ComplexCon Hong Kong performance will continue as scheduled. The group stated this decision was made "out of respect for our fans and all stakeholders involved." Ador has agreed to provide full on-site support for the concert, with the artists performing under the official NewJeans name.

A crucial hearing in the main contract-termination lawsuit is scheduled for April 3rd. This case could set important precedents for K-pop industry contracts and talent management practices. NewJeans' legal team believes the main lawsuit will allow for better evidence collection through civil procedure tools, potentially strengthening their position.

The outcomes of both the appeal and the main lawsuit could have significant implications for the K-pop industry's approach to artist contracts and talent development.

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