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Takeoff’s Father Files $1M Wrongful Death Lawsuit

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According to news reports, the father of late rapper Takeoff of the famed ATL trio Migos, has joined the $1 million wrongful death civil lawsuit against Houston’s 810 Billiards & Bowling.

Brant J. Stogner, the attorney for Takopff’s dad Kenneth Ball, announced that Mr. Ball is an Intervenor in the case, seeking compensation from the business where his son lost his life last year. Ball is suing for funeral expenses, psychological and psychiatric expenses, loss of advice, counsel, services, care, maintenance, and support.

Takeoff’s $26 million estate has become the center of this legal battle between his father and mother, Titiana Davenport. She previously filed a lawsuit against the Houston bowling alley, citing inadequate security and the owners’ knowledge of the establishments history of violent crimes prior to Takeoff’s murder.

Takeoff was shot and killed outside of 810 Billiards & Bowling last November. Patrick Xavier Clark, 33, was arrested and charged on Dec. 2, 2022 with the rapper’s murder.

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Donald Trump Found Liable In Sexual Abuse Trial

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Donald Trump has been found liable for the sexual abuse of magazine writer E. Jean Carroll in the 1990s. The verdict in the civil case was reached in court on Tuesday as the former President prepares for the 2024 election. Additionally, the U.S. jury found he defamed Carroll by branding her a liar.

The jury consisted of six men and three women. They reached a verdict after three hours of delineation on the trial, which had lasted eight days. The court awarded Carroll a total of $5 million in damages.

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E. Jean Carroll Arrives In Court

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – MAY 8: Magazine Columnist E. Jean Carroll arrives for her civil trial against former President Donald Trump at Manhattan. Federal Court on May 08, 2023 in New York City. Attorneys for E. Jean Carroll and Donald Trump are set to give closing arguments Monday morning in the battery and defamation trial against the former president in Manhattan federal court. (Photo by Stephanie Keith/Getty Images)

Carroll accuses Trump of sexually assaulting her in the dressing room of a Bergdorf Goodman department store in New York City during the 1990s. When she went public with her account of the incident in 2019, Trump denied the allegation and remarked, “She’s not my type.” In proving that Carroll is, in fact, Trump’s “type,” attorneys showed footage of Trump’s deposition. During the video, he incorrectly identified Carroll as his ex-wife Marla Maples.

Attorneys for Trump did not call any witnesses nor did he testify in the trial. Instead, they argued that Carroll and the 10 other witnesses her team called were part of a conspiracy to tarnish Trump’s reputation out of hatred for him. Trump addressed the case on Truth Social. “Waiting for a jury decision on a False Accusation where I, despite being a current political candidate and leading all others in both parties, am not allowed to speak or defend myself, even as hard nosed reporters scream questions about this case at me,” he wrote. “In the meantime, the other side has a book falsely accusing me of Rape, & is working with the press. I will therefore not speak until after the trial, but will appeal the Unconstitutional silencing of me, as a candidate, no matter the outcome!”

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Soulja Boy’s Ex Testifies About Alleged Abuse In Civil Trial

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Soulja Boy has found himself in more hot water as his ex-girlfriend testifies about the alleged abuse from the rapper in 2019. She also revealed photos of her injuries. Although Soulja Boy is known for his outrageous antics. From taking credit as the pioneer for just about anything, to saying Drake stole his entire flow word for word bar for bar, there’s never a dull moment with Big Draco. However, this situation takes the entire cake. Kayla Meyers, Soulja’s ex, showcased her injuries to the court as evidence for the alleged attack at a party in February 2019.

Although, this isn’t the first time Meyers sued the “Crank Dat” rapper. She previously filed a lawsuit against Soulja Boy (DeAndre Cortez Way) and his assistant, Tevin Anderson for sexual battery. The alleged assault and kidnapping occurred at Soulja Boy’s Malibu home, reportedly lasting six hours. As Meyers was leaving, an argument ensued between her and one of Soulja’s assistants. Moreover, she reports that she was knocked on the ground and kicked in the stomach. The artist allegedly then proceeds to tell her she was going to die as he held a “large” gun to her head.

Soulja Boy’s Ex Testifies In Civil Suit

Soulja Boy performs at halftime of a basketball game between the Los Angeles Clippers and the Golden State Warriors at Crypto.com Arena on March 15, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Allen Berezovsky/Getty Images)

Not only that, the rapper then allegedly directed a different assistant to tie her up with duct tape and shower her to clean her up from the beating. According to the lawsuit, Soulja allowed Meyers to leave at 8 a.m. He also supposedly remarked: “Now get this bitch outta here before I knock her down the stairs.” According to Radar Online, Meyers also showed text and DMs allegedly sent to her by the SODMG founder. Although, no further details were available on this matter.

However, in the past Big Draco was never criminally charged for the assault. Although, weapons were found in his home, which violated his probation. He was denied any wrongdoing as well as blaming a third party for Meyer’s injuries. The news of the civil trial after Soulja made headlines after making violent threats towards New Jersey fans. This was after fans from the Garden State said they would take $250 in food stamps over dinner with him. Despite the lack of criminal charges against Soulja Boy, the civil trial highlights some serious allegations. Let us know what you think about all of this in the comments below.

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NY Attorney General Announces $250M Civil Lawsuit Against Donald Trump

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The New York Attorney General announced a civil lawsuit against former President Trump. Including, the Trump Organization and three of his adult children for alleged widespread fraud involving false financial statements related to his company and inflating his net worth.  

NY AG Letitia James says this is the result of a three-year investigation, alleging Trump and his family falsified business records, stretched asset valuations, and committed bank and insurance fraud. 

“Mr. Trump’s Statements of Financial Condition for the period 2011 through 2021 were fraudulent and misleading in both their composition and presentation,” according to filed documents. 

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“Trump falsely inflated his net worth by billions of dollars.” James said at a news conference. “Mar-a-Lago generated less than $25 million in annual revenue. It should have been valued at about $75 million, but it was valued at $739 million.”

Speaking to reporters, James said “Nobody is above the law.”  She added what Trump allegedly did wasn’t a mistake made in good faith.

The AG explained that even if Trump moves to Florida, he’ll still have to answer the allegations made against him by New York authorities.

The lawsuit seeks a $250 million judgment that would also ban any member of the Trump family from leading a business in New York State.  

During a deposition last month, the former President pleaded the Fifth Amendment. 

Trump’s lawyers say the lawsuit is merely a way for James to advance her political agenda.  They also accuse her of an “abuse of authority,” “racism,” and add they’re looking forward to defending Trump.

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SOURCE SPORTS: Browns QB Deshaun Watson Settles 20 Out of 24 Lawsuits Against Him

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Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson has settled 20 out of the 24 civil lawsuits against him. Southeast Texas attorney Tony Buzbee released a statement saying Watson settled all but four of the sexual misconduct suits. The terms and amounts of the settlements are confidential.

Attorney Buzbee announced the agreements on Tuesday, while praising every woman who sued Watson.  He plans to represent the four women, including Watson’s first accuser, Ashley Solis at trial who did not settle. Buzbee filed the lawsuits against Watson last year when he was with the Houston Texans. 

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The women who sued accused Watson of exposing himself and touching them inappropriately during massage appointments, along with harassment allegations. Earlier this year, two Southeast Texas grand juries no-billed and decided not to indict Watson after a police investigation of the claims.

Meantime, the troubles for the QB may not be over. An NFL spokesman said the settlements with 26-year-old Watson “has no impact on the collectively bargained disciplinary process.” The NFL could suspend him if it finds he violated the league’s personal conduct policy.

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