Earlier in 2016, it was Caruso, with Beam Suntory’s Julious Grant, who apparently nudged 50 Cent towards appointing Green for his elite liquor labels.
Subsequently, Caruso and Grant are accused of taking a slice of the overcharged agency pie.
Grant, however, has fired back, slamming Sire with counterclaims of infringing on their marketing pact.
Caruso tried to duck out, suggesting ignorance of the pilfered fees. Yet, Justice Crane saw through the smoke and mirrors, maintaining the fraud charges against him.
50 Cent’s Embezzlement Suit: A Twist in the Tale
Beam Suntory, the titan behind favorites like Jim Beam and Maker’s Mark, is also under the spotlight.
Responsibility, they say, often lies at the top, and Sire holds them accountable for the deeds of their people.
However, Beam Suntory throws a curveball, asserting that Caruso was not in their employ but was indeed working directly under Sire’s banner.
Yet, not all is bleak for the alcohol giant.
Some claims against them were dismissed by Justice Crane, though they’re still in the hot seat for alleged fraud and conspiracy.
An Olive Branch Amidst The Storm
In a courtroom atmosphere as thick as an aged cognac, Justice Crane wrapped up Friday’s session with a call to peace.
