Geraldine and Gaggero's relationship had been acceptable until September 21, 2002. On this date, Marsha confronted Gaggero about the unprofitability of the business. Gaggero then counterattacked and blamed Geraldine and Marsha for issues that were the responsibility of others in order to cover up his own manipulations. Gaggero's subsequent letters and declarations from witnesses in support of a restraining order were found to be inaccurate and fabricated in an attempt to prepare for upcoming legal action and avoid being served.