When it comes to behind the scenes drama, Loose Women has always been a cut above the rest. With a revolving panel of very forthright presenters paid to be opinionated, it’s no surprise things can get messy from time to time.But nuclear like this? Never. According to the legal organisation representing Nadia Sawalha, the broadcaster "subjected Nadia to direct discrimination, indirect discrimination and harassment because of her protected philosophical beliefs".That’s some list of alleged misdemeanors. And while there wasn’t “total surprise” at the fact she has gone legal, there is a “weariness about the whole thing”, according to insiders.‌One source told me: “The show is already very bruised with all the cut-backs, and the programme being reduced to just 30 weeks a year, and the atmosphere isn’t the greatest. This is the next drama they will have to try and navigate. It could drag on for a long time.”Insiders say that it’s a particularly tricky situation as Nadia is broadly well liked on the show and is “part of the furniture.” The source added: “The last few months have been very hard as they have grappled with this. In some ways her going legal will finally draw a line under the matter.”Currently ITV have looked to circumvent any complaints by reassuring viewers Nadia is an "independent commentator and freelance panellist on Loose Women". The channel has previously said: "Any views shared by Nadia on her social platforms are her personal opinions and do not represent or reflect the views of ITV."But my source says: “The freelance argument doesn’t really wash with viewers…they see her as an ITV Loose Woman full stop.”‌One thing is for sure: the row is not good for business.ITV Daytime rely on regular advertisers and family-friendly brands, and any potential legal action has the potential to go down badly.Expect this one to rumble on…and on.