Cardi B was cleared of assault by a Los Angeles jury after a security guard sued her for $24m (£18m) in a fingernail attack.
Emani Ellis alleged that the US rapper cut her cheek with a 3in (7.5cm) fingernail and spat on her outside an obstetrician's office in 2018. The rapper was pregnant at the time, which wasn't public knowledge.
The civil trial in Alhambra led to a series of viral moments as the rapper took the stand and offered colorful testimony about the incident and her fashion choices.
She told the court that the guard followed her and filmed her on her phone and wouldn't give her space or privacy. Ms. Ellis, though, said it left her traumatized.
The jury took only about an hour to clear the Grammy-winning rapper of the allegations of assault, battery, and intentional infliction of emotional distress, as well as negligence and false imprisonment.
Speaking to reporters following the ruling, Cardi B expressed her hard-working nature and underscored that she would not settle out of court. She also urged her fans not to harass Ms. Ellis or her family following the judgment.
The case revolved around Cardi B's obstetrics appointment when she was four months pregnant with her first child. The office closed for the day to shield her privacy, as her pregnancy was not publicly known.
Cardi B acknowledged to the court that she and Ms. Ellis had a profanity-laden shouting match after she showed up to the doctor's appointment, but she denied ever touching the guard or spitting on her.
Her testimony during the trial captivated social media, with her changing wigs and outfits drawing significant public interest. During closing arguments, she was seen wearing a black and white polka dot suit.
Ultimately, the jury concluded that Cardi B should not be held liable for any injuries, marking a significant victory for the artist.
