Defendants who took the stand in 2025
From a U.S. Army service member to rapper Cardi B, defendants who took the stand in their trials brought drama and emotion to the courtroom. More
December 6, 2025
Cardi B
Cardi B was four months pregnant and visiting a Beverly Hills obstetrician’s office back in 2018 when female security guard Emani Ellis claims the Grammy-winner physically and verbally assaulted her. In civil court, the jury sided with Cardi B, who denied the assault allegations. All of Ellis’ claims were rejected, resulting in a victory for Cardi B.
Cardi B’s attorney fires back as accuser’s lawyer admits inexperience
Emani Ellis' attorney admitted he had only gone to trial 10 times before facing off against Cardi B in her civil case. More
November 13, 2025
Cardi B wins case filed by security guard who claimed she was assaulted
A jury ruled in favor of Cardi B after a security guard had accused her of assaulting her at a doctor's office in 2018. More
September 3, 2025
Emani Ellis v. Cardi B: Daily Trial Updates
UPDATE: In a victory for Cardi B, a jury rejected all claims in a civil lawsuit filed by a security guard who said the rapper attacked her. More
September 2, 2025
Biggest moments from Cardi B’s assault trial ahead of closings
Proceedings this week lasted three days, with both rapper Cardi B and former security guard Emani Ellis testifying. More
August 28, 2025
Cardi B testifies security guard followed, recorded her in verbal spat
UPDATE: Cardi B returned to the stand to address claims she assaulted security guard Emani Ellis, saying there was no physical contact. More
August 27, 2025
Ex-security guard testifies Cardi B cursed, spat on her, cut her
Plaintiff Emani Ellis testified that Cardi B spat on her, body shamed her and used racial slurs during an altercation in an elevator. More
August 26, 2025
Cardi B battles with lawyer in racy mixtape artwork case
Kevin Michael Brophy is seeking $5 million from Cardi B over the appearance of some of his distinctive back tattoos on the mixtape’s artwork. More
October 20, 2022