Woman Sues Venue and Attacker After Assault at RÜFÜS DU SOL Concert

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Incident at the Rose Bowl Concert

On August 16, Elston and Webb were at a concert by the Australian electronic band when a disturbing incident unfolded. Elston lost consciousness after being attacked by Zavala, while Webb tried to protect her from multiple blows. Despite the chaos, security personnel did not intervene, allowing Zavala to escape. He was apprehended roughly a week later.

Negligence Claims Against the Venue

The lawsuit claims that the venue inadequately managed security, allowing Zavala to assault the plaintiffs for several minutes without any intervention from security guards. It specifically states, “the venue negligently managed and provided security services, thus failing to protect patrons from harm.”

Moreover, it contends that staff did not implement sufficient security measures, which contributed to the violent attack. The lack of timely intervention during the incident exacerbated the threat to Elston and Webb.

Legal Action Against Zavala

In addition to the venue’s alleged negligence, Elston and Webb are pursuing battery charges against Zavala. They claim that his actions directly led to physical injuries, psychological distress, and substantial medical expenses, both past and future.

Statement from Their Attorney

Andrew Talebi, the plaintiffs’ attorney from West Coast Trial Lawyers in Los Angeles, expressed serious concerns. He stated, “The Rose Bowl should be a haven for patrons to enjoy events safely, yet the venue failed in its duty of care. Ms. Elston and Mr. Webb are now facing escalating medical bills due to this avoidable incident.”

Response from RÜFÜS DU SOL

In light of the attack, the band RÜFÜS DU SOL shared their shock on social media, emphasizing their commitment to providing safe experiences for their fans. They described the incident as “devastating” and denounced such violence, affirming their dedication to creating secure environments at their events.