Case Type: Civil Lawsuit – Breach of Contract, Defamation Allegations
Court: Los Angeles County Superior Court
Case Status: Pending Final Judgment
Background
In 2023, fashion designer Marco Morante, founder of the luxury brand Marco Marco, filed a lawsuit against reality TV star Erika Girardi (also known as Erika Jayne from The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills). The lawsuit centers on an unpaid invoice for custom-designed costumes and garments provided to Ms. Girardi.
Key Allegations:
- Unpaid balance of approximately $300,000 for goods and services rendered.
- Allegations that Ms. Girardi made public claims suggesting Marco Marco engaged in credit card fraud, which the designer denies.
Legal Proceedings
- Initial Filing Date: March 2023
- Despite multiple notices, Ms. Girardi’s legal team allegedly failed to respond or appear in court on several occasions.
- A default judgment was considered after the judge publicly acknowledged the absence of defense counsel and mentioned that the court was prepared to entertain such a motion.
- In late 2024, a response was finally filed, avoiding immediate default. However, the case remains unresolved, with judgment still pending.
Current Status
- The case has not reached final judgment, but Ms. Girardi’s legal exposure remains significant.
- Industry observers note that the outcome may set a precedent for how unpaid fashion and styling bills are pursued against public figures.
Key Players
- Plaintiff: Marco Morante (Marco Marco)
- Defendant: Erika Girardi (Erika Jayne)
Relevant Evidence & Public Statements
- Ms. Girardi has publicly denied owing the claimed amount, but has not offered detailed refutation of the specific allegations in court documents.
- Statements on social media and in press interviews have touched on her financial hardships following her estranged husband Tom Girardi’s legal scandals.
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