Chris Brown’s former housekeeper is pushing back against claims that members of the singer’s team helped cover her medical expenses following an alleged dog attack, arguing the information has nothing to do with the actual case. According to newly filed court documents obtained by TMZ, Maria Avila is asking a judge to prevent Brown’s legal team from introducing evidence or testimony suggesting she received money after the incident.
Avila is currently suing Brown for $90 million, claiming she suffered severe injuries after allegedly being attacked by one of the singer’s dogs while working at his property.
In the filing, Avila specifically references claims involving a man named Emil Lewis, who she says allegedly stated he gave her “tens of thousands of dollars” to help pay medical bills following the attack. Avila disputes that claim altogether.
However, even if such payments were made, her legal team argues they are completely irrelevant to the central issues of the lawsuit.
According to the filing, the alleged payments do not prove whether the attack actually happened, how severe her injuries were, or whether Brown should ultimately be held liable.
Avila’s attorneys also argue there is no witness with direct personal knowledge who can definitively testify that any such payments occurred. They claim introducing the issue during trial would unfairly prejudice the jury against her.
The lawsuit stems from allegations that Brown’s dog violently attacked Avila, leaving her with serious facial injuries. Graphic photos tied to the case have previously surfaced publicly, with Avila reportedly seeking permission to show them during trial proceedings.
Brown has denied responsibility for the alleged incident. His legal team has argued that Avila provoked the dog prior to the attack.
The trial is currently scheduled to begin on June 15. The latest legal development comes amid another controversial week for Brown, who recently made headlines after lashing out at critics following a harsh review of his newest album.