Jay Z’s Legal War Isn’t Over: New Federal Lawsuit Claims Tony Buzbee & Jane Doe Cost Him $170M in Deals
Last week, headlines were buzzing with claims that celebrity attorney Tony Buzbee had “beaten” Jay Z in court after one of the lawsuits against the Houston-based lawyer was dismissed. But according to a deeper legal breakdown by Media Take Out, that win might have been a little premature.
Because while one lawsuit may have been tossed, Jay Z still has an active federal case—and it’s not just about reputation. It’s about serious money and alleged deception that the billionaire mogul claims derailed his business empire.
The Federal Case
The new suit is filed in Alabama federal court, where the woman referred to as Jane Doe resides. According to the explosive filings, Jay Z—real name Shawn Carter—accuses Tony Buzbee, Jane Doe, and other defendants of orchestrating a false sexual assault lawsuit against him, with devastating financial consequences.
And he’s not mincing words. The complaint describes Jane Doe in blunt, eyebrow-raising terms. Here’s a direct quote from the filing:
“A simple Google search or other public record search… would have immediately cast doubt on her credibility by revealing that… (a) 90 days before filing her lawsuit… Doe had been in Mental Health Court; (b) about 10 months before filing… Doe was charged with assault in the second degree; (c) Doe… suffers from several mental health disorders… and has a history of hallucinations; and (d) on three previous occasions, Doe has made unrelated false sexual assault allegations.”
Whew.
How Did They Allegedly Find Jane Doe?
This is where the plot thickens.
Jay Z’s team claims that Tony Buzbee worked with a company called Reciprocity, a lead-generation firm that allegedly scouted potential plaintiffs using AI-generated advertisements on Facebook and Instagram—including unsettling images showing Sean “Diddy” Combs in a jail cell to bait attention.
These ads allegedly funneled people to a call center in Montana (yes, Montana), where they were vetted as potential clients. Jay Z’s lawsuit claims this method helped fabricate the lawsuit that Jane Doe would eventually file.
The Financial Fallout
Jay Z isn’t just seeking damages for a bruised reputation—he’s alleging serious financial harm:
He says the false lawsuit led to him being denied a $55 million personal credit line.
He also claims his consumer brand company, in which he holds a 50% stake, was denied a $115 million business loan as a direct result of the negative press surrounding the allegations.
That’s $170 million in missed opportunities.
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – FEBRUARY 11: American Rapper Jay-Z and daughter Blue Ivy Carter react before Super Bowl LVIII between the against the San Francisco 49ers and Kansas City Chiefs at Allegiant Stadium on February 11, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images)
So, What’s Next?
While Jay Z’s team is remaining tight-lipped publicly, insiders say he’s “out for blood” and plans to fully pursue this case. Tony Buzbee, meanwhile, has not commented directly on the federal filing, but has previously defended his tactics in other high-profile lawsuits.
What’s clear is that this battle is far from over. And if Jay Z’s federal case gains traction, it could set a precedent about the use of AI, legal advertising practices, and accountability in high-stakes defamation claims.
