Cardi B Denies Assault in Civil Trial, Admits to Calling Guard B***h

Cardi B testified in a civil trial in Los Angeles, denying allegations that she assaulted security guard Emani Ellis at a Beverly Hills medical building in 2018. While she admitted to using strong language, such as calling Ellis a “b***h,” as reported by Rolling Stone, she refuted claims of physical violence. Cardi B described the incident as a heated verbal dispute that occurred during a confidential OB-GYN visit.

Cardi B testified that the incident took place when she was four months pregnant and seeking privacy. She denied scratching or spitting on Ellis, claiming that Ellis was the aggressor who attempted to record her without her consent. Her attorney, Peter J. Anderson, questioned Ellis about inconsistencies in her account, pointing out that her initial report mentioned a nose injury, not a cheek cut that required plastic surgery. Cardi told reporters, “Nobody touched each other,” emphasising that no physical contact occurred.

Cardi B admits to calling security guard a 'b***h' but denies slicing her face as she takes the stand in civil assault trial https://t.co/it9uaiWNVU

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The lawsuit filed by Ellis in 2020 alleges assault, battery, and emotional distress, claiming that Cardi B used racial slurs and caused a facial injury. Cardi’s legal team contends that the confrontation was merely a “screaming match” over Ellis’s alleged filming, and they argue that there is no evidence of violence. The trial is proceeding following key rulings that favoured Cardi, including the decision to bar the introduction of prior bad acts.

The case, framed by Cardi B’s $80 million net worth and her upcoming 2025 album, titled *Am I The Drama?*, highlights her ongoing legal challenges, including a recent dismissal related to a microphone-throwing incident. According to a Billboard poll, 60% of fans support her. This trial will test her public image, especially in light of a 20% increase in celebrity lawsuits, as reported by Variety. The outcome could influence how privacy disputes are handled in high-profile situations.