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Nicolas Cage Cleared from Assault Lawsuit Involving His Son

Nicolas Cage has been removed from a civil lawsuit filed by his ex-girlfriend Christina Fulton against their son Weston Cage.

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Nicolas Cage has successfully been dismissed from a civil lawsuit filed by his ex-girlfriend Christina Fulton, who accused their son Weston Cage of assault. Fulton claimed that Cage had been negligent by not intervening in Weston's reported violent behavior. However, Cage's lawyers labeled these allegations as frivolous, noting that Cage does not control his son's actions. The lawsuit against Weston continues, with Fulton seeking financial damages for alleged injuries resulting from the incident. Following the dismissal, both parties reached an amicable resolution, according to statements from their respective legal teams.

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  • Nicolas Cage has been removed from a lawsuit filed by his ex-girlfriend Christina Fulton against their son, Weston Cage, following allegations of assault and negligence.
  • Fulton's claims against Cage included accusations of negligence and enabling their son's behavior, but her arguments are frequently characterized as frivolous by Cage's legal team.
  • The lawsuit's dismissal highlights concerns over mental health issues within the family, as Fulton insists that Weston needs help, while his attorney criticizes her motivations.

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Christina Fulton alleged that Nicolas Cage was negligent by not intervening in his son Weston's violent behavior and enabling his lifestyle despite knowing about his mental health and substance abuse issues.

The claims against Nicolas Cage were dismissed with prejudice, meaning they cannot be refiled, after Christina Fulton requested the dismissal. This indicates that she chose not to pursue these claims further.

Weston Cage still faces allegations of assault, battery, intentional infliction of emotional distress, negligence, and negligent infliction of emotional distress. The next hearing is scheduled for May 22.

Christina Fulton alleged that she suffered severe and life-threatening injuries, including a concussion, an eye injury, multiple bruises, neck and throat injuries, and PTSD.

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