Former football player O.J. Simpson’s attorney, Malcolm LaVergne, recently made controversial comments regarding the handling of Simpson’s estate following his death. In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, LaVergne walked back his previous statements about not paying the Goldman family any portion of Simpson’s estate.
Initially, LaVergne stated that he would do everything in his capacity as the executor of Simpson’s estate to ensure that the Goldman family received nothing from the $33.5 million civil lawsuit. However, in the recent interview, he admitted that Fred Goldman’s claim would likely be honored and handled according to Nevada law.
Explaining his initial remarks, LaVergne mentioned that his comments were made in the heat of the moment and out of frustration. He acknowledged that his statements were harsh and expressed a change in direction regarding the handling of the estate.
O.J. Simpson passed away on April 10 after battling cancer. His family released a statement announcing his death and requested privacy during this time of transition. Following Simpson’s death, Fred Goldman, father of Ron Goldman, reacted by stating that it was a reminder of his son’s absence and described it as no great loss to the world.
The controversy surrounding the handling of O.J. Simpson’s estate continues to unfold as Malcolm LaVergne navigates the legal complexities of the situation. Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story.