Dec 23, 2024

Lawsuit Filed Against 50 Cent for Alleged Concert Mic Assault

by Nina Richards | Jan 29, 2024
50 Cent performing on stage during a concert. Photo Source: Billboard via Andrea Friedrich/Redferns

Rapper Curtis James Jackson III, known as 50 Cent, is the subject of a lawsuit filed on Thursday, relating to an incident that occurred during his performance at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on August 30, 2023. The legal action also implicates music entertainment company AEG and G-Unit Touring as additional defendants.

The lawsuit stems from the rapper throwing a microphone off stage after it malfunctioned, which resulted in hitting and severely injuring POWER 106 radio host Bryhana Monegain. Monegain claims that the impact of the microphone caused injuries to her face, left wrist, and resulted in a concussion. She was subsequently treated for her injuries at a local Los Angeles hospital and photos released by TMZ show a deep, open gash visible on her forehead.

Monegain is suing for damages related to the injuries she sustained during the incident. This includes compensation for medical expenses, as well as wages she lost during her recovery. Additionally, Monegain is seeking damages for emotional distress resulting from the incident.

50 Cent's attorney, Scott Leemon, rejects any deliberate misconduct on the rapper's part and emphasizes the accidental nature of the incident.

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Nina Richards
Nina Richards
Nina earned her Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Brandman University, laying the foundation for her interest in and understanding of human behavior. She works full-time at Law Commentary and is dedicated to merging her passion for pop culture with legal insights. Combining her analytical skills and interest in staying updated on trends, she strives to deliver pop culture legal news, bridging the gap between law and contemporary society.

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