Jay-z was reportedly suing his former 40/40 chef for $1.5 million, citing that chef Mike Shand didn't live up to his contractual duties. However, it is now being reported that Jay-z is dropping the suit.
The lawsuit, which was rumored to be about a chicken wing spice mix, was filed on August 20th and was given a voluntary dismissal three days later. However, the dispute doesn't seem to be quite over yet.
"We still may sue the club for defamation of character and for the return of his possessions, including his laptop, which the club still has," Shand's lawyer said. ...
The lawsuit, which was rumored to be about a chicken wing spice mix, was filed on August 20th and was given a voluntary dismissal three days later. However, the dispute doesn't seem to be quite over yet.
"We still may sue the club for defamation of character and for the return of his possessions, including his laptop, which the club still has," Shand's lawyer said. ...
- 8/28/2012
- by rnazarali
- Foodista
Jay-z is suing his 40/40 nightclub chef, Mike Shand for $1.5 million. Shand, who used to be Jay-z's personal chef, was hired during a $10 million revamp of the New York club, but the rapper claims the chef didn't hold up his end of the deal and ultimately cost 40/40 a loss in profits and "alienation of clientele."
Shand is still listed as the 40/40 chef on the company's website, but is reportedly living in California. ...
Shand is still listed as the 40/40 chef on the company's website, but is reportedly living in California. ...
- 8/21/2012
- by rnazarali
- Foodista
Jay-z is suing his former personal chef for $$1.5 million (£950,000). The rapper has filed a lawsuit against Mike Shand, who worked for both him and his wife Beyoncé, on behalf of his restaurant the Manhattan 40/40 Club. The star is claiming that he "failed to perform on significant aspects" of a deal to make the menu better, according to the New York Post. Jay-z and his partner Juan Perez allege that his lack of input led to a loss of profits which cannot be regained.
A filing in a Manhattan court read: "The club has not been able to adequately replace (more)...
A filing in a Manhattan court read: "The club has not been able to adequately replace (more)...
- 8/21/2012
- by By Leah Simpson
- Digital Spy
Jay-z is suing his former personal chef for $1.5 million. The hip-hop mogul has filed a lawsuit against Mike Shand, who worked for both him and his wife Beyonce Knowles, on behalf of his restaurant the Manhattan 40/40 Club, claiming he ''failed to perform on significant aspects'' of a deal to make the menu better. Jay and his partner Juan Perez claim his lack of input lead to a loss of profits which cannot be regained. According to the NYPost.com, a filing in a Manhattan court read: ''The club has not been able to adequately replace the items and services...
- 8/21/2012
- Virgin Media - Celebrity
Jay-z is suing his former personal chef for $1.5 million. The hip-hop mogul has filed a lawsuit against Mike Shand, who worked for both him and his wife Beyonce Knowles, on behalf of his restaurant the Manhattan 40/40 Club, claiming he 'failed to perform on significant aspects' of a deal to make the menu better. Jay and his partner Juan Perez claim his lack of input lead to a loss of profits which cannot be regained. According to the NYPost.com, a filing in a Manhattan court read: 'The club has not been able to adequately replace the items and services defendant was paid to provide.' Mike's lawyer claimed he was unaware of why a lawsuit would be...
- 8/21/2012
- Monsters and Critics
Robert Griffin III was the number two overall draft pick of the Washington Redskins during Thursday night's NFL Draft ... which nets him a big contract and Huge perks ... like VIP treatment from Jay-z during his NFL Draft party at the 40/40 Club. Rg III, Trent Richardson and Quinton Coples were just of the picks in attendance. The guests dined on signature dishes from executive chug Mike Shand -- including wings, chicken fingers, BBQ pulled turkey sliders and classic beef slides.
- 4/28/2012
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
Jay-z 's personal chef just got one hell of a promotion -- because TMZ has learned the rapper handpicked the guy to take over the kitchen at his revamped 40/40 Club in NYC. Sources connected to Jay tell us ... Jigga has been Very hands-on in the $10 million renovation of the first 40/40 Club in Manhattan -- and felt the only way to guarantee the food would be up to his standards was to put personal chef, Mike Shand...
- 6/3/2011
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
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