"Disgraced Attorney Tom Girardi Ruled Competent for Trial Amid Courtroom Drama"

U.S. District Judge Josephine L. Staton has ruled that former attorney Tom Girardi is competent to stand trial, despite his dementia and Alzheimer's diagnosis. The decision comes after Girardi was charged with wire fraud and embezzlement of millions from clients. The order is currently under seal, with sensitive information to be kept confidential. Girardi, who has been living in a memory care unit, previously lashed out in court, but his mental state did not prevent the judge from deeming him fit for trial.