Megan Thee Stallion is continuing to pursue legal action against online commentator Milagro Gramz. She accuses her of circulating false claims tied to the 2020 shooting involving Tory Lanez. The case has regained attention following a new appeal filed by Lanez’s attorney, Crystal Morgan, challenging court sanctions connected to a contentious deposition. Those developments have placed renewed focus on the broader legal battle unfolding alongside Lanez’s criminal conviction.
According to AllHipHop, Morgan submitted a Notice of Appeal on Monday to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit. She seeks to overturn a $5,000 sanction imposed against her. The penalty stems from a deposition in which Lanez allegedly refused to answer questions despite a court order. U.S. Magistrate Judge Lisette M. Reid later ruled that Lanez’s conduct amounted to contempt of court. This resulted in a $20,000 fine against him in addition to the sanction issued to Morgan.
Testimony from the proceedings described Lanez directing repeated hostile remarks at Megan’s legal team throughout the deposition. When warned that his behavior could lead to financial penalties, he reportedly dismissed the concern, citing his net worth. The exchange became a key factor in the court’s assessment of his lack of cooperation.
Allegations at the Center of the Lawsuit
Megan’s lawsuit against Milagro Gramz centers on claims that the blogger spread false narratives following the shooting. This includes the reposting of manipulated pornographic material depicting the rapper. Although a jury initially found Milagro liable for defamation, U.S. District Judge Cecilia M. Altonaga later vacated that verdict. She ruled that Milagro should be treated as a media defendant. The court also determined that Megan had not been properly informed about earlier proceedings by her legal counsel.
Despite overturning the defamation finding, Judge Altonaga ruled that Megan is entitled to $59,000 in damages. These are related to intentional infliction of emotional distress and the distribution of altered images. Megan’s attorney, Mari Henderson, responded to the decision in a statement, saying, “We’re grateful to the jury for their dedication to upholding the significance of responsible discourse. Milagro is not only mandated to compensate Megan for damages but also bound by Florida’s legal provisions to cover her legal expenses associated with the deepfake claims. This verdict underscores the serious ramifications of spreading harmful misinformation.”
Lanez is currently serving a 10-year prison sentence after being convicted on multiple felony charges. These include first-degree assault with a firearm, stemming from the shooting. That criminal case continues to loom over the civil litigation. It remains active as appeals and related disputes move through the courts.
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