In this filing, UMG Recordings, Inc. submitted a motion to dismiss the civil complaint brought by Sara Rivers (formerly known as Sara Stokes), who has accused Sean Combs and a wide array of associated individuals and entities—including UMG—of enabling and participating in a long-running campaign of abuse, exploitation, and retaliation during her time as a performer and reality television star. UMG argues that the complaint fails to establish any direct legal basis for liability against the label, emphasizing that Rivers' allegations are either too vague, time-barred, or do not meet the threshold of actionable conduct under applicable laws. UMG maintains that there is no specific connection between the company and the alleged wrongdoing, particularly as it relates to claims of trafficking, conspiracy, and emotional distress.

UMG also contends that its name is improperly included in a sprawling list of defendants that spans individuals from the music and television industries, Combs-affiliated companies, and even the estates of deceased producers. The label asserts that it had no supervisory role or direct business relationship with Rivers, and therefore cannot be held accountable for actions allegedly committed by other parties years ago. Furthermore, UMG requests oral argument to clarify and reinforce its position that it should be dismissed from the case entirely, framing its inclusion as speculative and unsupported by concrete evidence or legal grounding.









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