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Billionaire Dog Owner Faces New Attack Suit
30 Jul
Summary
- New lawsuit filed against Peltz family over dog attack.
- Dog previously involved in a settled housekeeper lawsuit.
- Victim seeks over $50,000 for alleged permanent injuries.
Nelson and Claudia Peltz, parents of Nicola Peltz Beckham, are facing a second lawsuit concerning their pit bull, Houdini. This new legal action follows an earlier case settled confidentially, which also involved allegations of the dog attacking a household staff member. Attorney Michael Steinger, representing the latest alleged victim, stated that the Peltzes should have implemented stricter safety measures after the first incident.
The most recent lawsuit was filed by Joy Ransom, who claims she was lawfully on the Peltz's Palm Beach estate to wrap holiday gifts when Houdini attacked her without provocation. Ransom alleges the dog was permitted to roam the home while staff were present, despite its prior legal entanglements.
Ransom asserts she sustained permanent injuries, pain, scarring, and emotional trauma as a result of the attack. She is seeking more than $50,000 in damages. Steinger contends that the dog's alleged history placed a heightened responsibility on the owners to prevent further incidents.
