Back in November Gary Dourdan went to jail for breaking his girlfriend's nose [click here if you missed that]. You know how you get punched in the face and you see stars? Gary Dourdan's girlfriend got punched in the face and she saw dollar signs...
From TMZ
Nicole Cannizzaro filed a lawsuit in L.A. County Superior Court, claiming Gary Dourdan launched an unprovoked attack on her while she was shopping at a Whole Foods last November with the actor's child.
According to the lawsuit, Nicole immediately hopped a ride to Gary's apartment nearby to grab her stuff -- and Gary arrived soon after, continuing his attack ... punching her in the face and dragging her across the floor.
Nicole claims she tried to call 911, but Gary's roommate stopped her. A neighbor eventually called the police and Gary was arrested.
Gary has since been charged with felony assault and battery -- and a judge issued a restraining order against him on Nicole's behalf.
Nicole is now suing Gary for assault, battery, and intentional infliction of emotional distress. She is seeking unspecified damages, totaling at least $25,000.
Law enforcement sources tell TMZ ... Gary claims Nicole basically kidnapped the child and took her to the market without his permission.
