Hasselbeck Says Lawsuit is 'Without Merit'

By Melissa Daniels Posted Jun 24th 2009 01:53PM

On Wednesday's episode of 'The View,' Elisabeth Hasselbeck took a moment to respond to the recent lawsuit from a Massachusetts-based author claiming copyright infringement of her book about celiac disease.

"I just want to assure you the allegations are without merit and are being handled appropriately," Hasselbeck said.
The TV personality is accused of copyright infringement for her book, 'The G Fee Diet - A Gluten-Free Survival Guide' from self-published author Susan Hasset. Hasset sent Hasselbeck her own book about the disease, 'Living with Celiac Disease,' last year, along with a cooking video, a personal note and a business card.

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Hasselbeck recently discovered she suffers from celiac disease, an autoimmune disorder caused by reactions to a gluten protein found in wheat, barely and rye. Those with the disease must carefully avoid those ingredients in their daily diet.

A statement was released on behalf of Hasselbeck and book publisher Center Street: "There is no basis for the allegations in the Complaint as published in the press. Ms. Hasselbeck worked diligently and tirelessly on her book and is disappointed in this attempt to discredit her work and her ability to bring this important message to the public."

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Tuesday 06 April

By jim skrzypek

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watched the view today, while all the co hosts were busy trying all the food in front of them and expressing how good everything was to the visitor I noticed that Elizabeth did not touch a thing I guess if you want to talk on the stage that is one thing. But to take part with others is another.

Thursday 13 May

By barbara wilson

Elizabeth has a health problem that's why so usually does not partake of the food, but you can bet your sweet oranges that Sherry & usually Joy & Barbara are at the table, would not be enough room around the food

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