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Kanye West content after verdict issued in case of Malibu mansion
- Jury awards Tony Saxon $140,000 in the Malibu mansion dispute with Kanye West, far less than the $1.7 million he sought.
- West’s spokesperson called the verdict a mixed outcome, noting Saxon was deemed an employee for some purposes but no wages or punitive damages were awarded.
- The trial focused on alleged labor-code violations and injury claims stemming from renovations begun in 2021 at the Malibu property.
- Saxon testified about opposing some of West’s drastic renovation requests and being fired mid-project.
- The verdict found Saxon injured on the job, awarding compensation for medical expenses and past pain.
- The case includes a separate dispute over a mechanic’s lien and related title issues.
- West’s team expects possible post-trial relief as the case continues against Saxon and his attorneys.
- The Malibu property renovation began after West purchased the home for over $57 million.
- Jurors described mixed findings on termination, with some claims upheld and others rejected.
- The verdict highlighted a split decision on damages, with $100,000 for medical expenses and $40,000 for past pain and suffering.
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