Kesha Drops California Lawsuit Against Dr. Luke, Will Proceed With New York Case

Kesha has dropped her sexual abuse case against her former producer Dr. Luke in Los Angeles, but will continue to pursue her case in New York.

Kesha Drops Dr. Luke Case

“Kesha has dismissed her California action without prejudice while she pursues her appeal and other legal claims in the New York courts,” Kesha’s lawyer Daniel M. Petrocelli told Entertainment Weekly in a statement. “Kesha is focused on getting back to work and has delivered 28 new songs to the record label. We have conveyed to Sony Music and the label Kesha’s strong desire to release her next album and single as soon as possible.”

Kesha confirmed the news about the California case on Facebook. The singer wrote, “My fight continues. I need to get my music out. I have so much to say. This lawsuit is so heavy on my once free spirit, and I can only pray to one day feel that happiness again.” She added, “I am continuing to fight for my rights in New York. Thank you for all your support. The support of my fans has been so beautiful and I’m so grateful for it. I’m Not sure where I would be without you all.”

In response to the news that Kesha is dropping the case in California, Dr. Luke’s lawyer Christine Lepera released the following statement:

“If Kesha is voluntarily dismissing her claims in the California case, it is because she has no chance of winning them. Earlier this year, she lost her meritless counterclaims against Dr. Luke in the New York Action. Recently, the California Court invited Dr. Luke and the other defendants to move to dismiss Kesha’s claims in that action. Kesha never should have brought her false and meritless claims against Dr. Luke in any court. Dr. Luke’s defamation and other claims against Kesha are still proceeding.”

Back in 2014, Kesha alleged that Dr. Luke had emotionally and physically abused her. She also claimed that he had threatened to “shut her career down” if she ever went public. Kesha has been seeking a release from her contracts to Dr. Luke and his label’s parent company, Sony Music Entertainment on the basis of her claims. Dr. Luke responded with a defamation suit.

Kesha is currently planning on embarking on a 17-date tour, which would hopefully feature her new music.