Cardi B Assault Lawsuit: Female Security Guard Seeks Retrial Amid Courtroom Drama
A female security guard who previously lost a lawsuit against Cardi B for an alleged assault is now requesting a retrial due to perceived irregularities in the court process. The guard, Emani Ellis, claimed that Cardi threw a pen at a third party during the trial, causing an injury. Ellis's lawyer argued that this behavior was disrespectful and potentially intimidating to jurors. The incident was captured on camera, showing Cardi reacting to a question about her pregnancy by throwing a marker at the individual.
Cardi, who was pregnant at the time but had not publicly announced it, denied the assault allegations and expressed her gratitude to her legal team and supporters after the trial. She also issued a warning to those considering frivolous lawsuits against her, stating that she would counter-sue and make them pay. Cardi and her estranged husband Offset have three children together, and they are expecting a fourth child, a boy, with her boyfriend Stefon Diggs.
Ellis had sought $24 million in damages for the alleged assault but was not awarded any compensation following the trial. Cardi testified that the altercation occurred during a visit to her obstetrician's office, where she suspected Ellis of recording her, leading to a confrontation. The legal battle between Ellis and Cardi's team continues, with both sides making accusations against each other. The court has yet to rule on the requests for a retrial and allegations of violating court orders.