Kanye West’s Ex-Employee Awarded $76K Over ‘Frivolous’ Legal Motion

## Legal Victory Against Kanye West

A former Yeezy marketing professional has recently won a significant legal battle against Kanye West. The plaintiff, referred to as Jane Doe, accused West of antisemitic remarks, sexual harassment, and retaliation. She has been awarded $76,245 in attorney’s fees after successfully challenging West’s initial attempt to dismiss her lawsuit based on free speech principles.

### Court Decision and Attorney Fees

The fees were granted by a California judge during a morning session in Los Angeles. Initially, Jane Doe requested $99,720 for legal costs, but she accepted the lower amount as sufficient. West’s attorney, Andrew Cherkasky, argued against the fee order, citing that West plans to appeal the court’s ruling, which had dismissed his First Amendment defense. However, the judge decided it was important not to delay the fee payment, stating that West could also appeal the fee award.

### Allegations and West’s Defense

Jane Doe alleges that West, also known as Ye, sent her inappropriate messages, including phrases such as “Welcome to the first day of working for Hitler” and “Hail Hitler.” Following her complaints to her manager about his behavior, Doe claims she was abruptly let go.

In April, West filed a motion seeking to dismiss her complaints, claiming they suppressed his rights to artistic expression. His legal arguments highlighted his belief that his identity as an artist intertwined with his controversial public persona.

### Judge’s Comments on the Case

Los Angeles County Judge Nicholas F. Daum ruled that West’s motion to strike the lawsuit was an improvised tactic lacking validity. He confirmed the motion as “frivolous” during the hearing, supporting the view of Jane Doe’s claims.

### Reaction from Both Parties

West’s legal team argued that Jane Doe willingly engaged in a provocative work environment and later mischaracterized West’s artistic expressions as unlawful. In February, Doe’s attorney, Carney Shegerian, expressed strong condemnation of West’s behavior, emphasizing the need for accountability regarding his alleged actions and public statements.

As this legal case unfolds, one cannot help but wonder how these allegations will impact West’s career and public image moving forward. What are your thoughts on this ongoing situation?