Chris Brown Granted New Dog Attack Trial Option Unless Housekeeper Accepts Reduced $9.5 Million Award
A California judge has ruled that Chris Brown will be granted a new trial regarding a dog attack incident, unless the housekeeper involved, Maria Avila, agrees to a reduced damages award of $9.5 million. This decision by Los Angeles County Judge Huey P. Cotton follows a previous jury award of $12.9 million to Avila. The judge found the initial award to be excessive, stating there was insufficient evidence to support claims of extensive permanent nerve damage, despite acknowledging Avila should be compensated for emotional distress and persistent pain. Avila's lawyer, Nancy Doumanian, had previously contested the judge's tentative finding, citing testimony from the surgeon who treated Avila. The incident occurred on December 12, 2020, at Brown's home, where Avila sustained severe injuries to her arm and face, extensive scarring, and post-traumatic stress disorder. Brown had admitted negligence under California's dog-bite statute but disputed the extent of Avila's injuries, claiming he had warned Avila and h...
