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Chris Brown must pay $13 million to housekeeper who was attacked by his dog, jury rules
By Scripps News Group at KXXV (ABC 25) News
· July 2, 2026
· 2 min read
R&B artist Chris Brown must pay nearly $13 million in damages to his former housekeeper after she was mauled by a large security dog at his Los Angeles-area home in 2020, leaving her with permanent injuries.According to multiple outlets, a jury in Southern California decided Brown and his company...
Key takeaway According to multiple outlets, a jury in Southern California decided Brown and his company, Black Pyramid, must pay Maria Avila $12.
Why this matters in The Waco
The jury's decision to award nearly $13 million in damages to Chris Brown's former housekeeper serves a stark reminder to local homeowners and business owners in Waco of the importance of ensuring their properties are safe for employees and visitors. As a community with a strong presence of large homes and estates, Waco residents should take note of the potential liabilities associated with owning pets, particularly large security dogs. The fact that Maria Avila was unaware of the dog's presence outside and had understood that the dogs were kept locked away highlights the need for clear communication and protocols when it comes to pet ownership and employee safety. Local employers and homeowners would do well to review their own safety procedures to prevent similar incidents from occurring in our community.
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Category: business ·
Published: July 2, 2026 ·
Source: KXXV (ABC 25) News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? R&B artist Chris Brown must pay nearly $13 million in damages to his former housekeeper after she was mauled by a large security dog at his Los Angeles-area home in 2020, leaving her with permanent injuries.According to multiple outlets, a jury in Southern California decided Brown and his company...
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