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Engoron accused Trump and others of “aiding and abetting the conspiracy to commit insurance fraud” by falsifying business records and valuations, resulting in fraudulent submissions to insurance companies.
Eric Trump and Donald Trump Jr. were also directed to pay $4,013,024 each.
Letitia James had sought $370 million in damages, alleging asset inflation and fraud against lenders and insurers, without substantial evidence or basis.
A judge ruled that Trump could post a $175 million bond to cover James’ judgment.
Bailey admitted speaking with Engoron three weeks prior to the decision, urging him to “get it right,” though Engoron denied any influence from Bailey. The Judicial Conduct Commission is reportedly investigating this matter.
Engoron’s spokesperson vehemently denied impropriety, asserting that the decision was solely Engoron’s, uninfluenced by external factors.
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The Latin term “ex parte” signifies a legal proceeding conducted without notice to the other party or improper contact between a judge and lawyer.
New York’s Rules of Judicial Conduct prohibit judges from engaging in ex parte communications, except for seeking advice from disinterested experts.
The Judicial Conduct Commission will now assess whether there was a breach of judicial conduct rules, according to sources. Robert Tembeckjian, the commission’s administrator, declined to comment citing confidentiality statutes.
Christopher Kise, a member of Trump’s defense team, criticized Engoron’s handling of the case, suggesting that if Bailey’s claims are true, it undermines the integrity of the process.
Experts consulted by NBC New York emphasized that the rules aim to prevent both external influence and the appearance thereof.
