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"O.J. Simpson's Executor Addresses Controversial Estate Payouts and Verdict Reconsideration"
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O.J. Simpson Estate Executor's Battle Over Payouts and Legacy
The executor of O.J. Simpson's estate, Malcolm LaVergne, plans to prevent a payout of the $33.5 million judgment awarded to the families of Nicole Brown Simpson and Ron Goldman in a wrongful death lawsuit nearly three decades ago. Simpson's will, filed in a Nevada court, places his property into a trust created this year, with LaVergne expressing his hope that the Goldman family receives nothing. With Simpson's estate set to go through the court probate process, the families could be in line to receive a portion of his assets, despite Simpson's unpaid civil judgment.
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"Nathan Wade Lawyer's Texts Suggest Concrete Evidence of Fani Willis Affair"
Damning text messages from Nathan Wade’s former divorce attorney appear to show his affair with Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis started before they claim, with the exchange revealing details about the alleged relationship timeline, trips taken together, and attempts to protect identities. The messages are being used in a hearing to determine if Willis can stay on a case involving former President Donald Trump's co-defendants, with closing arguments set for Friday and a ruling to follow.
Judge Orders Testimony from Nathan Wade's Divorce Lawyer in Trump Case Challenge
Nathan Wade's divorce lawyer, Terrence Bradley, has been ordered by a judge to testify about the timeline of the alleged intimate relationship between Wade and Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis. The judge ruled that attorney-client privilege did not apply, allowing Bradley to be questioned. Trump and co-defendants are seeking Willis' disqualification from the Georgia election interference case, alleging financial benefit from the relationship. Cellphone data suggests more frequent visits by Wade to Willis' condo than previously testified, with a decision on its admissibility pending.
"Cellphone Data Controversy: Trump's Legal Team Challenges Fani Willis and Nathan Wade"
Fulton County DA Fani Willis dismisses newly uncovered cellphone data showing special prosecutor Nathan Wade near her home before their admitted affair as "irrelevant," claiming it does not prove their communications or physical proximity. The data, revealed by the Trump defense team, suggests a pattern of late-night visits by Wade to Willis's apartment, raising questions about the timeline of their relationship and his appointment to prosecute Trump in the Georgia election fraud case. Willis' lawyers also question the legality of obtaining the cellphone data and argue that evidence shows they were not in the same place on the dates listed.
"Unraveling the Drama: Key Revelations from the Fani Willis Hearing"
Fulton County Superior Court Judge Scott McAfee is considering whether to disqualify District Attorney Fani Willis from prosecuting the election interference case against former President Donald Trump and 14 others due to her romantic relationship with special prosecutor Nathan Wade. Testimony revealed contradictory accounts of when the romance began, with Willis and Wade testifying that it started in early 2022 while others claimed it began earlier. The defense attorneys sought to establish that Willis financially benefitted from hiring Wade, but it remains inconclusive. McAfee must decide whether to consider testimony from a key witness as he makes his decision about disqualifying Willis.
"Fani Willis Affair Hearing Unearths Frustrations for Black Women Leaders"
The two-day court hearing on allegations of an "improper" affair involving Georgia prosecutor Fani Willis and her colleague concluded with bombshell revelations, including a key witness's admission of leaving his law firm due to a sexual assault accusation. The defense aims to prove a conflict of interest in Willis' prosecution of former President Donald Trump, while conflicting testimonies about the timeline of the romantic relationship between Willis and her colleague have emerged. The judge will review the evidence and hold a summation hearing in the coming weeks.
"Potential Disqualification: Impact of Fani Willis' Alleged Misconduct on Trump Case"
Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis is facing accusations of improper conduct in her prosecution of former President Donald Trump and 18 co-defendants for alleged election interference. The accusations involve her relationship with a special prosecutor she hired, including allegations of lavish vacations and financial conflicts of interest. The judge overseeing the case will determine if there are legal grounds to remove Willis' office from the case, with potential implications for the legal community in Atlanta.
"Georgia Prosecutor Nathan Wade Faces New Questions Amid Affair Allegations and Misconduct Hearing"
Nathan Wade, hired by Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis to lead the election fraud case against former President Donald Trump, is facing new scrutiny over his handling of a high-profile case investigating suspicious deaths in an Atlanta-area jail. Accusations of mishandling the jail-deaths investigation and alleged improper personal and professional relationship with Willis have led to questions about her judgment in hiring him. Defense lawyer Ashleigh Merchant is seeking documentation to determine potential corruption and cronyism involving Willis, Wade, and a former No. 2 at the Sheriff's Department. Allegations of an improper relationship between Willis and Wade, as well as trips funded by Wade, have led to a motion to disqualify them from prosecuting the Trump case. The investigation into Wade's handling of the jail deaths case is adding to the controversy surrounding his appointment for the Trump investigation.
"Subpoenas, Complaints, and Scandals: The Controversy Surrounding Fani Willis and Nathan Wade"
A hearing is scheduled for February 15 to address allegations of an affair and financial ties between special prosecutor Nathan Wade and district attorney Fani Willis, who are leading the 2020 election subversion case in Georgia. The hearing, ordered by the Fulton County judge overseeing the case against former President Donald Trump and his allies, will involve witness testimony and potential subpoenas for Willis, Wade, and others. The allegations have caused significant distraction and public scrutiny, with claims of conflict of interest and financial impropriety, but are not expected to derail the criminal case.
Judge Orders Unsealing of Trump Special Prosecutor's Divorce Case Amid Accusations
A judge has ordered the unsealing of court records in the divorce case involving special prosecutor Nathan Wade, who is accused of having an affair with Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis. The unsealed records did not include references to the affair allegations. The judge delayed Willis's deposition in the divorce case and put off a decision on whether she will have to sit for questioning. The affair allegations have raised concerns about the prosecution's integrity in the election case against Donald Trump and others, with Willis defending her hiring of Wade and accusing his estranged wife of obstructing the case. Trump has pleaded not guilty, denying any wrongdoing and calling the charges politically motivated.
"Judge Halts Fani Willis Deposition and Unseals Prosecutor's Divorce Records Amid Misconduct Allegations"
The deposition of Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis has been delayed as a judge orders the unsealing of divorce records in the case of her lead prosecutor, Nathan Wade, who is facing allegations of an improper romantic relationship with Willis. The judge ruled that Nathan Wade should first testify about his finances and the alleged affair before determining if Willis should testify. The controversy has led to the circulation of a comment made by Willis in 2020 about the inappropriateness of a law enforcement officer having a relationship with an employee. Joycelyn Wade, Nathan's wife, is seeking more information about his finances and has pushed for Willis to testify in her individual capacity.