A Full Rundown of the Ongoing Legal Drama Between Kesha, Sony, and Dr. Luke

In February 2016, Kesha and Dr. Luke finally squared off in NYC. New York Supreme Court Justice Shirley Kornreich denied the injunction, saying, "You're asking the court to decimate a contract that was heavily negotiated and typical for the industry." She also cited a lack of medical evidence — such as hospital records — needed to corroborate Kesha's allegations of sexual abuse. The judge did not, however, make a decision on whether or not to dismiss the case entirely.

Kesha was clearly devastated by the judge's ruling. A picture of her crying in the courtroom began making the rounds on the Internet almost immediately:

Kesha sobs as judge rules singer must continue working with producer who raped her https://t.co/jQaeu4FIlD pic.twitter.com/aRYqqRmrYO

— Affinity Magazine (@TheAffinityMag) February 19, 2016