O.J. Simpson's estate lawyer, Malcolm LaVergne, has reversed his earlier vow to prevent the families of murder victims Ron Goldman and Nicole Brown Simpson from collecting on a $33.5 million wrongful death judgment. LaVergne now plans to accept and handle Fred Goldman's claim in accordance with Nevada law, after initially stating that the Goldman family would receive "zero, nothing." He attributes his initial remarks to comments made by Fred Goldman's lawyers after Simpson's death. The Goldman family has only received less than 1% of the judgment owed by the Simpson estate.
O.J. Simpson's executor, Malcolm LaVergne, clarified his previous statement about Ron Goldman's family receiving nothing from the estate, stating that he wants to "tone down the rhetoric" and resolve the matter calmly. LaVergne also confirmed that Simpson's body, including his brain, will be cremated, with no plans for a CTE examination.
O.J. Simpson's body will be cremated, with no plans to study his brain for CTE, as confirmed by his estate executor. Plans for a private "celebration of life" gathering are in place, and the estate is being assessed for distribution to creditors, including the Goldman family. Simpson's will requests a suitable monument at his gravesite and emphasizes administration without dispute.
O.J. Simpson's lawyer confirmed that the former NFL star's body will be cremated, with no plans to donate his brain for CTE research. The estate executor clarified controversial statements regarding the Goldman family's claims on Simpson's estate, expressing willingness to resolve financial matters calmly. Simpson's death leaves unresolved debts, including a $33.5 million wrongful death judgment, and intense interest from various parties seeking restitution from his estate.
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."
