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Lawyers in Gwyneth Paltrow trial off to bumpy start

Gwyneth Paltrow is being sued by a retired optometrist who claims the Hollywood actress caused a skiing collision in 2016. He is seeking damages of $300,000 (£244,000). Ms Paltrow denies the claim and is seeking $1 in damages.

The Hollywood actress is used to being in the spotlight, but so far in the trial the lawyers in the case have been the centre of attention.

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23 March 2023

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