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Heather Hardy files $10 million lawsuit against Jake Paul and MVP

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 26, 2026, 10:19 PM

Last updated Sep 26, 2026

Heather Hardy files $10 million lawsuit against Jake Paul and MVP

Summary

Heather Hardy has initiated a $10 million lawsuit against Jake Paul's Most Valuable Promotions and related parties, alleging negligence after a 'career-ending' match. The suit, filed on September 23 in Texas, claims the fight with Amanda Serrano on August 5, 2023, led to permanent brain injury. Hardy accuses the defendants of exploiting her financial situation and disregarding fighter safety by promoting the rematch despite advisories against it. The lawsuit seeks financial damages and an injunction to prevent similar case exploitation in the future.

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•Hardy alleges permanent brain injury from a rematch with Serrano.
•The bout occurred on August 5, 2023, as an undercard for another fight.
•Hardy claims the defendants exploited her financial vulnerability.
•The lawsuit includes accusations of gross negligence and violations of boxing regulations.
•Hardy seeks over $10 million and measures to enhance fighter safety.

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10:19 PMYahoo Sports — Jake Paul, MVP sued by boxer Heather Hardy in $10 million lawsuit over alleged 'career-ending' fight

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In a 54-page complaint, the ex-champ alleges foul play regarding a "career-ending" fight with Paul's MVP that resulted in "permanent brain injury" to the 44-year-old.
— Yahoo Sportsby Darshan Desai

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