Spencer Pratt, a former MTV reality star, commented on the addition of Kenneth D. Bass, brother of Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, to a class-action lawsuit against the city regarding the Palisades fire. Pratt and his wife, Heidi Montag, initiated the lawsuit after the fire destroyed their home. Kenneth Bass claims to have suffered smoke inhalation, emotional distress, and the loss of his Malibu home. His attorneys stated that their family connection is irrelevant and emphasized the need for privacy as they pursue legal action. The lawsuit alleges that the city's failure to respond to the fire was due to depleted reservoirs. Mayor Bass has not publicly addressed her brother's involvement in the lawsuit during her campaign events.
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Karen Bass's Brother Joins Class-Action Lawsuit Over Palisades Fire
Kenneth D. Bass, brother of Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, has joined a class-action lawsuit against the city related to the Palisades fire, which also affected former reality stars Spencer Pratt and Heidi Montag. The lawsuit claims negligence on the part of the city and seeks damages for emotional distress and property loss. Mayor Bass has not commented on her brother's involvement in the case.
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