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Contractor Demands $1.2M From Kanye West Post-Injury Case
14 Jul
Summary
- Contractor seeks $1.2 million in attorney fees from Ye.
- The original lawsuit awarded the contractor $140,000 in damages.
- The case involved a Malibu mansion renovation project.
A former contractor involved in a Malibu mansion renovation for the artist formerly known as Kanye West is now seeking $1.2 million in attorney's fees. This demand comes after the contractor, Anthony Saxon Netelkos, was awarded $140,000 in damages related to an on-the-job injury.
The legal team representing Netelkos argued in court documents filed on July 10 that the substantial fees are warranted due to the "challenging and complex" nature of the litigation. This case stemmed from an injury Netelkos sustained while working on Ye's property.
Attorneys involved, including Neama Rahmani of West Coast Trial Lawyers, emphasized the extensive work required to establish Netelkos's employment status and navigate the complexities of the injury claim. They contend that the requested fees are reasonable given the time, risk, and difficulty of the proceedings that concluded with a mixed verdict.
Previously, a representative for Ye had stated that the damages awarded were "legally barred" and indicated plans to pursue legal action for "far more serious misconduct" by Netelkos and his attorneys. This ongoing legal battle underscores the contentious nature of the dispute.
