Dear Mr. Wasserman:
I have been retained to represent the Josephs, et al, in the above captioned matter. You are no doubt familiar with the transcript of your conversation with Mr. Harvey in the records of the Civil District Court. Further, Mr. Harvey has agreed to testify on behalf of the Petitioners, and we therefore requests that you not contact him. And while I have not spoken with your former law partner directly, it is my understanding that he is willing to cooperate, as well.
Enclosed is a courtesy copy of a federal complaint for damages that will be filed in five working days after your receipt of this correspondence and petition unless we receive a good faith communication, in writing only, toward settling this matter. Also, be advised that other options are also being considered, including pursuing criminal prosecution.
As you know, the prescriptive period for fraud is 10 years from, in this case, beginning in date of discovery. Also, the prescriptive period for RICO claims is ordinarily four (4) years, but that prescriptive period is suspended when, as in this case, materials have been purposely withheld or hidden from the plaintiff.
With best regards,
John-Michael Lawrence
Cc: Nathaniel Joseph
January 14
CERTIFIED MAIL
Mr. Robert G. Harvey, Sr.
Attorney
2609 Canal Street. Fifth Floor
New Orleans, LA 70119
Fax 504 822-2179
Re: Nathaniel R. Joseph, et al v Gerald Wasserman, et al
Dear Mr. Harvey:
Mr. Nathaniel Joseph has requested the records in your possession re Gerald Wasserman at lease twice in writing and numerous times by phone. I have requested same by phone twice. We were both told that the records were lost in Katrina even though your office is on the fifth floor. Your secretary promised to send me the electronic files twice, and they have yet to arrive.
Mr. Joseph advised that you represented him and my reading of the transcript of your conversation/interview with Wasserman suggests that you did represent him at least for a time. We have noted in the transcript of your conversation with Wasserman, however, that Wasserman invited you to act as co-conspirator with him rather than as Mr. Joseph’s counsel. We need your relationship with Mr. Wasserman and Mr. Joseph stated clearly, and we need Mr. Joseph’s records in your possession, so as not to include you in the following:
1. Federal civil RICO claim;
2. Complaint to the US Attorney re criminal RICO, mail fraud and wire fraud in connection with crimes against Mr. Joseph, his family, and in matters re HUD;
3. Complaint with transcript to the US Attorney EDLA and Western district if Jim Letten refuses to investigate Wasserman;
4. Complaint to the LA attorney general's office for consumer fraud and consumer protection;
5. We have found a Wasserman foundation in California and believe he is related, a packet will go to them for aid in dealing with their relative;
6. Producers of 60 minutes will get a copy as well as the local Synagues and Rabbis.
As you know, the prescriptive period for fraud is 10 years from, in this case. Also, the prescriptive period for RICO claims is four (4) years but that prescriptive period is suspended when, as in this case, materials have been purposely withheld or hidden from the plaintiff.
We would like to clear up your role in this matter and obtain the records in your possession before proceeding. Please advise within five (5) days of the date of your receipt of this letter.
With best regards,
John-Michael Lawrence
Cc: Nathaniel Joseph
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