Perry Ferrell Sues His Ex-Jane’s Addition Bandmates, After They Filed A Lawsuit Against Him

A short time after a lawsuit was filed against him by ex-Jane’s Addiction members Dave Navarro, Stephen Perkins, and Eric Avery, frontman Perry Farrell has now sued his former bandmates, alleging assault, battery, bullying, harassment, and breach of contract. The lawsuits both stem from an onstage fight where Farrell punched Navarro during a concert in Boston in 2024, causing the band to cancel their remaining tour dates and eventually break up. “Without warning or consultation and using Perry as a scapegoat, Dave Navarro and the other band members took it upon themselves to abruptly cancel the remaining tour dates—violating contracts and disregarding all professional obligations,” reads a statement from Farrell’s lawyer. “Perry was blindsided by not being allowed to vote and be heard, leaving him unable to plead his case to continue the tour for their fans.” Both parties have now filed separate lawsuits, with Farrell seeking to hold his bandmates accountable for the cancellation, while Navarro, Avery, and Perkins are seeking $10 million in damages, citing assault, battery, emotional distress, negligence, and breach of contract. (Consequence of Sound)