Tom Girardi Found Guilty of Wire Fraud

Tom Girardi, the disgraced former attorney and estranged husband of 'Real Housewives of Beverly Hills' star Erika Jayne, was found guilty of wire fraud by a federal jury in Los Angeles for embezzling over $15 million from clients. The trial highlighted emotional testimonies from victims, including burn victims and widows, who detailed how Girardi misled them about their settlement funds while he indulged in a lavish lifestyle. Prosecutors described Girardi's actions as a 'massive Ponzi scheme', asserting that he repeatedly lied to clients about the status of their payments. Girardi's defense argued that his mental state had deteriorated, but prosecutors maintained that he was fully aware of his fraudulent activities. The jury's verdict adds to Girardi's legal troubles as he faces additional charges related to the 2018 Lion Air crash victims. He is now at risk of facing significant prison time, with sentencing scheduled in the coming months.