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His lawyers argued that the sale was "voidable" due to his health issues at the time, and Westcott filed a lawsuit against the singer's business manager, Bernie Gudvi, who had facilitated the sale for her and her then-partner, actor Orlando Bloom. A judge ruled in their favour and said there was no "persuasive evidence that he [Wescott] lacked capacity to enter into a real estate contract." The court found that he appeared to be "coherent, engaged, lucid, and rational" when he put his name on the dotted line. Perry and Bloom then countersued the former owner for $1.343 million over loss of income due to them having to carry out repairs to the home, such as fixing water damage in the basement. They also sued him for $3.525 million, claiming they were unable to move into or rent out the home while the legal battle was ongoing. Los Angeles County Superior Court Judge Joseph Lipner has now ruled that the Smurfs star should be awarded $1,842,142.84, over the loss of income claims, the Daily Mail reports. She was also awarded $259,581.84 over the repairs claim. Don't missKaty Perry 'sick to her stomach' over Russell Brand accusations [REPORT] |