Trump stated that he had previously warned Stillman not to settle lawsuits related to the project unless Trump were released from liability, and alleged that Stillman had settled the lawsuits with escrow funds. Trump also alleged that his reputation was damaged.
Trump mentioned that he had warned Stillman ahead of time not to agree to settlements concerning the project unless Trump was freed from liability, and alleged that Stillman had resolved the lawsuits using escrow funds. Moreover, Trump claimed that his reputation suffered as a result.