Part 6/8:
Lawsuits and Resentment
Tensions escalated further when Oates independently decided to sell his shares of their joint company, a move Hall perceived as another act of betrayal. Hall filed a lawsuit, seeking a temporary restraining order to halt the sale while the matter went through arbitration. This legal battle highlighted the extent to which their relationship had deteriorated and deep-rooted resentment simmered in Hall's words.
In interviews, Oates expressed surprise that the partnership lasted as long as it did, implying that he had considered ending it much earlier. He defended his actions, suggesting that Hall's desire to be seen as an individual had taken precedence over their duo status.