The words new suit or suing were not articulated to me.

I shouldve done more of my due diligence on the matter.

Upon realizing what this action actually means, I have removed Matt Geragos from my legal team.

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Tom Sandoval, Rachel Leviss and Ariana MadixPhoto by: Charles Sykes/Bravo via Getty Images; Photo by Jesse Grant/Getty Images for iHeartRadio; (Photo by: Ben Symons/Peacock via Getty Images

In no way am I suing Ariana.

Sandoval filed the suit Tuesday as the latest wrinkle in the ongoingScandovaldrama.

The cross-complaint also called for punitive damages for Sandoval.

I hold no ill will or vindictiveness toward Ariana.