LOS ANGELES (AP) - Victoria Principal is embroiled in a legal fight with a former housekeeper that's worthy of a prime-time soap opera. It involves allegations of a gun, a sick dog and extortion.

Maribel Banegas claims she was fired by the former "Dallas" star on Dec. 26, but instead of paying her, the actress threatened to shoot her.

Principal, in turn, sued Banegas, claiming she was a temporary worker who was fired for being unprofessional and aggressive. Principal's lawsuit also claims Banegas damaged a backdoor at her home, and injured her dog, and repeatedly demanded money from the actress.

The cases will be heard in Santa Monica, Calif., where both were filed.

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