In the aftermath of news concerning the death of O.J. Simpson, Malcolm LaVergne, Simpson’s lawyer and executor of his estate, has been in the spotlight due to his aggressive stance on the management of the estate. Determinedly, he stated his wish that the Goldmans, the family of Ron Goldman who was murdered alongside Simpson’s ex-wife, Nicole Brown Simpson, receive “zero, nothing” from the estate.
Goldman’s murder, along with Nicole’s, occurred on June 12, 1994. Simpson was famously acquitted in the criminal case but was found liable for the deaths of Goldman and Brown Simpson in a civil trial in 1997, which led to a $33.5 million judgment. It’s worth remembering that most of this sum was never paid by Simpson during his lifetime. Consequently, LaVergne’s words concerning a secured creditor have made quite an impact.
Giving a surprise turn of events, LaVergne has reversed his stance. He has confirmed to The Hollywood Reporter that he will accept the claim made by Fred Goldman, Ron’s father, on the estate and will administer it in accordance with the law. This comes as a significant shift from his previous stance.
He further justified his prior remarks, suggesting they were not directed at Fred Goldman who relentlessly pursued justice for his son since the 1997 civil trial verdict, but towards his attorneys. LaVergne admits his counterattack was a result of his defensive instinct towards the negative discussions that arose shortly after the news of Simpson’s death was delivered.
It appears, now that time has passed, he has reconsidered his position. While his initial comments might have reflected his spur-of-the-moment feelings, LaVergne has decided to act professionally, upholding the law while administering the estate, irrespective of his personal sentiments.
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