Los Angeles, CA Rapper Soulja Boy has been found liable for abuse and sexual assault against his former assistant. A jury in Los Angeles delivered the verdict on Thursday, ruling that the artist, whose real name is DeAndre Cortez Way, subjected the woman to physical, emotional, and sexual abuse during her employment.
The former assistant filed the lawsuit detailing instances of alleged abuse, claiming a hostile work environment and significant emotional distress. The jury sided with the plaintiff, awarding her over $4 million in damages to compensate for the harm suffered. The specifics of the allegations were presented in court, leading the jury to conclude that Soulja Boy was indeed responsible for the abuse.
This verdict marks a significant development in the case and underscores the seriousness of the allegations. Legal representatives for the plaintiff expressed satisfaction with the outcome, stating that it sends a clear message that such behavior will not be tolerated. Soulja Boy's representatives have yet to release an official statement regarding the verdict.
Soulja Boy Liable for Abuse, Ordered to Pay $4 Million
Rapper Soulja Boy has been found liable for sexually assaulting and abusing a former assistant. A jury reached the verdict on Thursday, determining that he inflicted physical, emotional, and sexual abuse. The court has ordered Soulja Boy to pay the woman over $4 million in damages. This ruling concludes a legal battle initiated by the former assistant detailing the alleged abuse.
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