Fred Goldman Nears Payment from OJ Simpson's Estate: Executor Accepts $57 Million Creditor Claim
Fred Goldman is one step closer to receiving payment from OJ Simpson's estate after nearly thirty years since winning a wrongful death judgment against the former football star. The executor of the Simpson estate, Malcolm LaVergne, has accepted Goldman's creditor claim for over $57 million plus ongoing interest. This amount was agreed upon after negotiations between the estate and Goldman, who initially sought a higher sum. LaVergne plans to pay as much of the approved amount as possible through auctions of Simpson's possessions and is working to recover stolen memorabilia.
The estate has prioritized payment to the IRS to meet federal tax obligations before addressing other debts, including a claim from California. LaVergne has rejected most creditor claims but accepted Goldman's and the IRS's claims. The agreement with Goldman marks a change in LaVergne's stance from initially stating he would never pay the Goldman family to accepting their claim after Simpson's death last year. The families of Nicole Brown Simpson and Ronald Goldman filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Simpson after they were found slain in 1994. Simpson was acquitted of the murders in a highly publicized trial but found liable in a civil lawsuit, resulting in a $33.5 million judgment largely unpaid during his lifetime.
In conclusion, Fred Goldman is closer to receiving payment from OJ Simpson's estate after years of legal battles and negotiations. The executor of the estate has accepted Goldman's creditor claim, marking a significant step towards fulfilling the wrongful death judgment. The ongoing process involves prioritizing payments to the IRS and addressing other outstanding debts, including claims from California. The agreement with Goldman represents a change in approach from the estate executor and brings the families closer to potential closure after decades of legal proceedings.