CARDI B WINS BIG: Cardi B Found Not Liable in $24 Million Assault Lawsuit! The Rapper Emerges Victorious After Security Guard’s Claims Were Debunked in Court.

Cardi B Triumphs in Civil Assault Trial, Vows to Fight Back Against Frivolous Lawsuits

LOS ANGELES (KABC) — Rap superstar Cardi B walked out of a Los Angeles courtroom victorious on Tuesday after a jury found her not liable in a civil assault case brought by a former security guard, Emani Ellis. The verdict came swiftly, with jurors deliberating for less than an hour before siding with the Grammy-winning artist.

Outside the courthouse, Cardi B was emphatic and emotional. “I am not even playing around. Even if I’m on my deathbed, I swear to God, I will say it—I did not touch that woman. I didn’t lay my hands on that girl,” she declared, standing firm in her innocence.

Cardi expressed gratitude to her legal team, the jury, and the judge, but also issued a stern warning to anyone considering a baseless lawsuit against her in the future. “You don’t work hard just to hand over your money,” she said. “So don’t ever think I’m going to give you what I’ve worked so hard for.” She promised to countersue anyone who tries to take advantage of her with frivolous claims.

In a press conference following the verdict, Cardi urged her passionate fanbase not to harass Ellis online. “Let’s keep it respectful,” she said.

Ellis, meanwhile, remained undeterred by the outcome. She announced plans to appeal and revealed aspirations to attend law school. “It’s about accountability. I had my day in court. I showed up, held my head high, and did my best,” she reflected.

The case stemmed from a 2018 incident at a Beverly Hills medical office, where Ellis accused Cardi B—whose real name is Belcalis Almanzar—of assaulting her, scratching her face, and spitting on her. Ellis claimed the rapper’s long fingernails left scars requiring plastic surgery. Cardi, who was secretly pregnant at the time, insisted she never touched Ellis and that any confrontation was sparked by Ellis secretly recording her without consent as she entered the OB-GYN’s office.

Cardi’s testimony quickly went viral. When asked if she had been angry, she didn’t hold back: “Yes, I was angry! Because I’m pregnant! And this girl’s about to beat my a**!”

Ellis, who lost her job following the incident, sought damages for medical bills, emotional and physical suffering, lost wages, and punitive compensation. Though no specific amount was listed in the lawsuit, Cardi revealed Ellis was seeking $24 million.

During closing arguments, Ellis’s attorney asked the jury to award her hundreds of thousands of dollars, criticizing Cardi’s use of profanity in court as disrespectful. Cardi’s legal team countered by highlighting inconsistencies in Ellis’s testimony and urging jurors to “use common sense.”

The drama didn’t end in the courtroom. During a lunch break, Cardi B was signing autographs for fans outside the courthouse when a man asked an intrusive question about her relationship and pregnancy rumors. Cardi responded by throwing a pen at him. “Don’t disrespect me,” she said sharply. “Act like you have some manners. Your momma taught you, respect women.”

The verdict marks a significant win for Cardi B, who continues to defend her reputation both in and out of court—and isn’t afraid to stand up for herself when challenged.