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Alec Baldwin's 'Rust' Manslaughter Trial to Proceed After Judge Denies Dismissal
A New Mexico judge has denied Alec Baldwin's motion to dismiss his indictment for involuntary manslaughter in the fatal shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the set of "Rust." Baldwin, who maintains his innocence, will go to trial in July. The case has seen multiple legal twists, including changes in prosecutors and dropped charges, but the grand jury's decision to indict Baldwin stands. The incident has also led to a complex web of lawsuits among the film's crew and Hutchins' family.
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O.J. Simpson's Lawyer Reverses Stance on Payout to Goldman Family
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"O.J. Simpson's Estate Declines Brain Donation for CTE Research, Net Worth Revealed"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by TODAY
The estate of O.J. Simpson is set to contest a court-ordered payout to the families of Ron Goldman and Nicole Brown Simpson, who were killed in 1994. The families were awarded the rights to Simpson's future earnings in a wrongful death lawsuit, and the estate is now challenging this decision, claiming that the judgment has been satisfied.
O.J. Simpson's Estate Executor Clarifies Cremation and Brain Donation Plans
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Guardian US
OJ Simpson's lawyer confirmed that there are no plans to donate his brain to science and that his body will be cremated, with a "celebration of life" event for close friends and family. The lawyer also clarified controversial comments regarding Simpson's estate and debts, emphasizing the need to tone down rhetoric while warning of outstanding IRS debts and seized possessions.
"O.J. Simpson's Executor Vows to Contest Damages Owed to Victims' Families"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by KABC-TV
O.J. Simpson's final will filed in Clark County, NV named his longtime attorney Malcolm LaVergne as his executor, with his son as successor. The will places his property into a trust, and LaVergne stated that Simpson had been in hospice care for two weeks before his death due to a return of prostate cancer. LaVergne also expressed his intention to fight any payout from the estate to the families of Nicole Brown Simpson and Ronald Goldman, who were awarded a $33.5 million civil judgment in 1997.
"O.J. Simpson's Estate Executor, Unpaid Damages, and Controversial Brain Donation"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNN
O.J. Simpson's final will filed in Clark County, NV named his longtime lawyer Malcolm LaVergne as his executor, with his son as successor. The will places his property into a trust, and LaVergne revealed that Simpson had been in hospice care for two weeks before his death, following a battle with prostate cancer. LaVergne also stated his intention to fight any payout from the estate to the families of Nicole Brown Simpson and Ronald Goldman, who were awarded a $33.5 million civil judgment in 1997.
"O.J. Simpson's Estate Executor to Contest Payouts to Victims' Families"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Fox News
O.J. Simpson's estate executor, Malcolm LaVergne, plans to contest the $33.5 million payout to the families of Nicole Brown Simpson and Ronald Goldman, stating that he hopes the Goldmans get nothing from Simpson's estate. Simpson's assets will go through the court probate process, and the Goldman and Brown families could be in line to receive a portion of whatever Simpson left behind. Despite the families' push for payment, there was never a court order forcing Simpson to pay the civil judgment.
"O.J. Simpson's Executor and Legal Battles: A Closer Look"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Los Angeles Times
The executor of O.J. Simpson’s estate, attorney Malcolm LaVergne, has stated his intention to fight any efforts to collect the $30-million wrongful death judgment awarded to the families of Nicole Brown Simpson and Ron Goldman. LaVergne, who was named executor of a trust holding Simpson’s property, expressed a desire for the Goldman family to receive nothing, citing their actions regarding Simpson’s planned book, "If I Did It." The judgment, which has grown to over $114 million with interest, remains largely unpaid. Simpson's death has sparked mixed emotions for the Goldman family, with their attorney stating that Simpson "died without penance."
"Legal Battles and Controversies Surrounding O.J. Simpson's Estate and Legacy"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Scripps News
The executor of O.J. Simpson's estate, his longtime lawyer Malcolm LaVergne, plans to prevent a payout of the $33.5 million judgment awarded in a wrongful death lawsuit filed by the families of Nicole Brown Simpson and Ron Goldman nearly three decades ago. Simpson's will, filed in a Nevada court, places his property into a trust created this year, and LaVergne aims to ensure that the Goldman family receives nothing from the estate. With Simpson's assets set to go through the court probate process, the Goldman and Brown families may be in line to receive a portion of whatever he left behind.
"O.J. Simpson's Estate Battles Payouts to Brown and Goldman Families"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by ESPN
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, with LaVergne expressing his intention to ensure the Goldman family receives nothing. With Simpson's estate set to go through the court probate process, the Brown and Goldman families may be in line to receive a portion of his assets, despite Simpson's death.
"Nigel Lythgoe Faces Multiple Sexual Assault Allegations Amid Paula Abdul Controversy"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNN
TV producer Nigel Lythgoe denies Paula Abdul's accusations of sexual assault and harassment in a legal response, calling them "false" and "deeply offensive." Abdul had filed a lawsuit against Lythgoe in December, alleging incidents of abuse in the early 2000s and in 2015. Lythgoe's response includes excerpts of private emails and social media posts from Abdul, characterizing them as "adoring messages and comments." The lawsuit was filed under California's Sexual Abuse and Cover Up Accountability Act, and Abdul is seeking unspecified punitive damages.
"Taylor Swift's Private Jet Tracker Defends Posts Amid Legal Threats"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CBS News
A college student who shares flight information for Taylor Swift's private jet is pushing back against her lawyers' cease-and-desist, claiming that his @SwiftJetNextDay account is engaged in protected speech and does not violate any of Swift's legal rights. The student's lawyer argues that the public information posted by his client poses no threat to Swift, despite her lawyers' claims that it tips off stalkers. The student also tracks flight information for other celebrities' jets and has faced similar legal action from Elon Musk.