Counterclaims and Fallout
Meanwhile, Benito’s complaint paints a mirror image of Lake’s accusations — claiming he convinced her to invest over $15 million in mass tort cases that never came to fruition. She alleges that he misused those funds and later disguised her investments as personal loans.
She further accuses Lake of tricking her into investing $1.5 million in Employee Retention Tax Credits, saying he “appropriated for his own gain” opportunities that belonged to her.
Lake, representing himself, has yet to comment publicly. Benito remains represented by Brewer Attorneys & Counselors, while counsel for the other defendants has not been disclosed.
