Another defeat for Tory Lanez: Rapper sanctioned to pay Megan Thee Stallion’s legal expenses over ‘disruptive deposition’ 

Rapper and songwriter Tory Lanez has reportedly been asked to pay Megan Thee Stallion in a ruling announced by a federal judge on Friday. According to Rolling Stone, Lanez must pay “reasonable attorney’s fees incurred in taking [his] deposition”. The news outlet reported that Lanez had reportedly interrupted a court-ordered deposition on April 9 and insulted one of Megan's attorneys. He allegedly made "disruptive" comments about Megan's attorney, Mari Henderson, and claimed that her "hair" was "distracting" him.

Following his behaviour during the deposition, the federal judge has ordered to cover "all legal fees". According to a news outlet, The Urban Juice, Lanez was also given time to justify why he should not be held in "contempt" before April 30. The judge announced that a "special master" would be appointed for Lanez in a reattempted deposition.

What happened between Tory Lanez and Megan Thee Stallion as the former is asked to settle legal expenses

For those unversed, Tory Lanez is currently serving his sentence for assaulting Megan Thee Stallion in 2020 and for carrying a "concealed weapon." The singer and songwriter has been served another blow and will have to incur legal expenses for another attempt at his deposition.

Additionally, Complex Magazine reported that Megan had reportedly sued Tory Lanez's "mouthpiece", Milagro Elizabeth Cooper. In a statement, Megan asserted her rights to defend herself against the "false narratives" shared by social media influencers. She noted,

“It’s time to hold bloggers accountable for years of harassment, cyberbullying, and the publication of misinformation about my personal and professional life."

She added,

"It’s unacceptable behavior and these individuals need to understand there will be repercussions for recklessly posting lies and defamatory falsehoods.”

In a win for the Savage singer, Milagro was reportedly fined $5000 to cover Megan's fees.

Tory Lanez is reportedly serving his 10-year sentence at the California Correctional Institute. On the other hand, Megan released the trailer for her upcoming battle series, KPOPPED, which will air on Apple TV+ on August 29.

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