Cardi B's Las Vegas Concert Incident Heads to Jury Trial: Trial Set for October 11, 2027
Cardi B's Las Vegas concert incident is progressing towards a jury trial as per court documents. The trial window is set to begin on October 11, 2027, in Clark County, with an estimated duration of two weeks, including jury selection days. The lawsuit stems from an incident during Cardi B's performance at Drai's Beachclub in Las Vegas on July 29, 2023, where a woman allegedly threw water and ice at the rapper, leading to Cardi throwing her microphone into the crowd, causing injuries and emotional distress to the plaintiff.
Cardi B addressed the incident, stating that the woman splashed her after she had already invited fans to help cool her down. However, the plaintiff claims that Cardi continued to encourage the crowd to throw water and poured water on herself before the alleged impact. The woman is suing Cardi B for assault, battery, and negligence, with Drai's Management Group also facing a negligence claim related to venue safety and crowd control during the concert.
As the case progresses towards trial, both parties are subject to a strict court schedule with hearings and filing deadlines. Court records indicate that missed appearances or violations could lead to penalties such as fines or dismissal claims. The trial timeline is set, and the legal battle surrounding Cardi B's Las Vegas concert incident is moving forward with the potential for a jury trial to determine the outcome.