What’s Next
Court records indicate that the next procedural step will be the court’s ruling on West’s motion to dismiss. If the motion is denied, the case will proceed into discovery — a phase that could involve depositions of witnesses present at the shoot and review of any surviving video footage.
If discovery moves forward, both sides will likely litigate fiercely over whether the footage constitutes evidence of assault or performance. Trial could be scheduled for late 2026, depending on the court’s docket.
Meanwhile, settlement discussions cannot be ruled out. Given West’s history of high-profile litigation, his legal team may prefer to avoid a public trial, while An’s counsel may push for a jury to hear the case.
