Metro Boomin Wins Civil Battery Case in California Court
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Case Background
Vanessa LeMaistre, the Plaintiff, filed a civil complaint against renowned music producer Leland T. Wayne, publicly known as Metro Boomin, in the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California. Ms. LeMaistre filed the case on October 29, 2024, initiating a legal battle that lasted nearly a year before it reached trial. The core of the dispute centered on allegations of non-consensual contact that Ms. LeMaistre claimed occurred during a professional encounter.
Cause
The complaint alleged that Mr. Wayne committed civil sexual battery and related misconduct. Ms. LeMaistre maintained that the incident took place during a meeting where the two discussed potential professional collaboration. She claimed the Defendant’s actions went beyond professional boundaries and were uninvited and non-consensual, leading to the lawsuit.
Injury
In her complaint, the Plaintiff claimed she suffered significant personal and professional harm as a direct result of the alleged incident. Ms. LeMaistre sought recovery for severe emotional distress, ongoing mental suffering, and lasting reputational damage, arguing the experience severely impacted her career prospects and psychological well-being.
Damages Sought
The Plaintiff sought substan
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