TMZ is not the hallmark of credibility so it’s right on par with the NYT, therefore take it for what it may be worth:
MICHAEL AVENATTI
ARRESTED FOR FELONY DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
http://www.tmz.com/2018/11/14/michael-avenatti-arrested-domestic-violence-stormy-daniels-attorney/
“We’re told security brought her inside the building, took her upstairs and Michael showed up 5 minutes later and ran into the building. He screamed repeatedly, “She hit me first.” We’re told he angrily added, “This is bulls***, this is f***ing bulls***.” We’re told he tried getting into the elevator but security denied him access. “
I think your take on it is FAR more likely to be accurate about Avenaughty.