Civil case against Alec Baldwin, 'Rust' movie producers advances toward a trial
- Posted on April 18, 2026
- By Los Angeles Times
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In brief
The civil litigation surrounding the tragic 'Rust' film set incident moves forward as a federal judge schedules an October trial date. Serge Svetnoy, the film's gaffer and close associate of deceased cinematographer Halyna Hutchins, pursues negligence claims against production company leadership and actor Alec Baldwin. This landmark case examines workplace safety protocols and accountability in Hollywood productions, marking a significant development in the ongoing legal consequences stemming from the fatal shooting.
Civil case against Alec Baldwin, 'Rust' movie producers advances toward a trial
A judge set an October trial date for Serge Svetnoy, gaffer on the ill-fated western "Rust" and friend of victim Halyna Hutchins, who filed a negligence suit against the producers and Baldwin years ago.
