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    Lil Wayne’s Assault Lawsuit at Risk Due to Clerical Error

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    Legal Battle Over Lil Wayne Lawsuit May Be Derailed Due to Filing Error

    The legal battle between Lil Wayne and his former bodyguard takes a new turn as a clerical error threatens to derail the lawsuit. Christian Carlos, the bodyguard who accused the rapper of physical assault and brandishing a semi-automatic rifle, is fighting to keep his case alive.

    The lawsuit, filed in December 2023, alleges that Lil Wayne assaulted Carlos at his Los Angeles home on December 1, 2021, causing physical and emotional harm. The key issue now is whether the lawsuit was filed within the two-year statute of limitations for such claims.

    Carlos’ legal team argues that the lawsuit was electronically filed on the last eligible day, December 1, 2023, but was rejected due to a discrepancy and not officially entered until December 4. They are pushing for the court to extend the statute of limitations or correct the filing date to the original submission.

    A hearing on this motion is set for August 1 in Van Nuys, where the fate of the lawsuit will be decided. If the court rules in favor of Carlos, the case against Lil Wayne will proceed. However, if the filing error is not rectified, the lawsuit may be dismissed.

    This latest development adds a new layer of complexity to the legal battle between Lil Wayne and his former bodyguard, with both parties eagerly awaiting the court’s decision. Stay tuned for updates on this ongoing legal saga.

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