Nicolas Cage’s Son Weston’s Legal Troubles Escalate, Hit With 2nd Lawsuit Over Alleged Beatdown.
Weston Coppola Cage, son of Hollywood star Nicolas Cage, is facing serious legal issues as his troubles intensify. He has been named in a second lawsuit, linked to an alleged violent incident that took place in 2024. Here’s a breakdown of the latest developments in the ongoing legal drama surrounding the 34-year-old actor and musician.
Lawsuit #1: Alleged Assault at Los Angeles Apartment Complex
In July 2024, a woman, identified in court documents as "Jane Doe," filed a lawsuit against Equity Residential, a management company overseeing an apartment complex in Little Tokyo, Downtown Los Angeles. The woman alleges that she was brutally assaulted by a man at the building, suffering severe physical and psychological trauma.
According to the lawsuit, Jane Doe was visiting a resident on April 28, 2024, when a man allegedly dragged her by her hair out of the building's garage, into an elevator, and repeatedly punched her in the head and face. She claims she lost consciousness after being pinned down on the floor by the man’s foot on her neck. Jane Doe suffered multiple injuries, including brain trauma, eye and neck injuries, and psychological distress.
While Equity Residential denied any negligence, the case took a turn when the management company named Weston Cage in a cross-complaint. Equity Residential suggests that Weston could be the alleged attacker, pointing to a notice of related case filed by Weston’s mother, Christina Fulton, in another lawsuit involving Weston.
Lawsuit #2: Christina Fulton Sues Son and Nicolas Cage
In another ongoing lawsuit, Weston is being sued by his mother, Christina Fulton, for an alleged assault that took place on the same day, April 28, 2024. Christina claims Weston attacked her in a building's parking lot, elevator, and lobby, causing severe injuries, including a concussion, contusions, and psychological trauma. She also alleges that the injuries were life-threatening and required extensive medical treatments.
Christina’s lawsuit also targets Nicolas Cage, accusing him of enabling Weston’s violent behavior for years. According to Christina, Nicolas has failed to intervene in Weston’s mental health struggles, and instead, has allowed his son’s actions to escalate.
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Nicolas Cage’s Legal Response
Nicolas Cage’s lawyer has strongly denied Christina's allegations, calling the lawsuit a "money grab" and a "call for attention." The lawyer pointed out that Christina herself had told responding LAPD officers that Weston was in the middle of a mental health crisis at the time of the incident. Nicolas’s legal team insists they will handle the matter in court.
Connection Between the Lawsuits: Are Both Cases Linked?
Christina Fulton has now filed a "notice of related case," linking her lawsuit with the one filed by Jane Doe. She suggests that both cases stem from the same incident, though this has not been officially confirmed.
In their cross-complaint, Equity Residential, the management company, now claims Weston is responsible for the injuries alleged by Jane Doe in her lawsuit. Their legal team argues that Weston should be held accountable for any damages that may be awarded to Jane Doe.
Weston Cage’s Defense and Focus on Sobriety
Amid these legal battles, Weston’s representative issued a statement calling the situation with his mother “very unfortunate.” He emphasized that Weston is focused on his career, citing his upcoming films and music projects. Weston is also reportedly nearing a milestone of one year of sobriety.
Weston’s lawyer, Michael A. Goldstein, dismissed Christina’s claims, stating that Nicolas Cage played no role in Weston’s emotional state leading up to the alleged incident. He called Christina’s attempt to blame Nicolas a “misguided” effort to gain media attention and financial compensation.
The Road Ahead: What’s Next for Weston Cage?
As these two lawsuits unfold, Weston Cage’s legal battles are far from over. Both the case filed by Jane Doe and the lawsuit filed by Christina Fulton are ongoing, and further developments are expected in the coming weeks.
The legal issues facing Weston are not only causing personal turmoil but also drawing significant media attention. With both cases involving serious allegations of assault and family dynamics, it’s clear that the Cage family’s legal saga is just beginning.
Stay tuned for updates as these high-profile lawsuits continue to evolve.
