A New Jersey man who claimed a $273 million Mega Millions lottery jackpot this week left the winning ticket at the store.
While "messing" with his phone, Mike Weirsky misplaced $273 million last Thursday.
When he realized on Friday that he left behind the two Mega Millions tickets he bought at the Quick Chek on New Brunswick Avenue in Pohatcong Township, he returned to the store.
"A Good Samaritan" had found them and the store was holding them in a drawer awaiting Weirsky's return, he said on a frigid Wednesday morning wearing a Harley Davidson T-shirt and blue jeans on his front porch in the blue-collar community of Alpha.
It was still before the drawing so the tickets were worth what he paid for them -- $2 each.
The 54-year-old 1984 Phillipsburg High School graduate picked them up and didn't think about them again for a few days, he said.
Friday's drawing came and went. A ticket with the jackpot winning numbers 29-33-39-60-66 with a Mega Ball of 21 and a multiplier of two was worth $273 million, according to the New Jersey Lottery. The cash-out would be $162,500,000, the lottery added.
It wasn't until Sunday night in the heart the snowstorm that Weirsky was talking to a friend, who played and lost the Mega Millions. So Weirsky took out his two tickets. The first was a loser, he said. He tossed it in the trash can. He scanned the second on his phone and it came back as the jackpot winner.
He told his mom, Shirley, who figured he was pulling her leg. She definitively didn't believe him, he said.
He paced the house for a few hours before taking the ticket to a local Bagelsmith and had it run through the lottery machine there, he said.
Confirmation.
He was a millionaire. Times many.
A person who answered the phone Wednesday morning at the business said that story was true.
Weirsky headed home and told his mom again. This time she believed him, he said.
When asked Wednesday morning if he won the lottery, Weirsky said, "Maybe," then he laughed. He was holding the paperwork in his hands, he said.
A limo was soon to pick up Weirsky, his mom, his Aunt Mary Fegley, friend Barry Olah and two of Weirsky's cousins to take them to Trenton so he could make it official. They were stopping for more friends along the way. They were not expecting a formal ceremony, just a meeting with a couple of lottery officials, Weirsky said.
When asked to see the ticket, Weirsky said he wasn't showing it to anyone until he got to Trenton.
A New Jersey Lottery spokesman declined on Wednesday morning to confirm Weirsky was the winner.
Weirsky said he's already spoken to his attorney and his financial advisor. On Wednesday morning, he bought a new Ford Raptor pickup. His 2012 pickup is in good shape, he said, but he'd driven it cross-country a few times so it was time for something new.
He's looking at a new house on Saturday, he added.
He's still not sure about the tax implications of his win, but, no matter what, he'll have more money than he'll be able to spend, he said. He probably will never touch the principal, he added.
Many in his hometown know he's the winner but no one has been bugging him, he said. He shared beers the other night at Sharkys with a friend who casually mentioned the windfall but didn't push for information. Alpha's just that kind of town, he said.
Weirsky is unemployed but has been picking up money doing handyman work for a friend and will keep doing that until the friend can find a replacement, he said.
He'd been "following his wife" around the country for the past 15 years, but they got divorced in October so he's been starting over to a degree, he said. They had no children.
He's ready for those with their hands out. Those who treated him well before will have his ear. Those who didn't can forget about it, he said.
He can joke now about his life up to this point.
"I was a bum in high school, I was a bum after," he said with a laugh. "Maybe I'll be a beach bum now."
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"He'd been "following his wife" around the country for the past 15 years, but they got divorced in October so he's been starting over to a degree, he said. They had no children."
That's a funny story, good for him. The only weird part is this:
A New Jersey Lottery spokesman declined on Wednesday morning to confirm Weirsky was the winner.
He's already blabbed to everyone and their grandma, what's the harm in confirming it? lol.
ZOO JERSEY!
Congratulations to the winner!! Spend it wisely.
Good luck for those on LP who are playing powerball tonight. Someone on this board win this thing!!
LOL, I bet the former Mrs. Weirsky is kicking herself.
I am happy or him but I worry he will end up on one of those lists of lottery winners who either lose it all or end up buried under someone’s patio. I know it is unfair to judge just from one article but he seems like the type who will be too generous for his own good.
Congrats, ya bum!
Easy come, easier go!
Drinks for everyone!
I thought the same thing. I bet his ex wife could have helped prevent that from happening.
The fact that he got his tickets back shows me he was destined to win. It was a miracle that someone did not pick up the tickets and keep them.
One would think claiming anonymously would end the "winners stories", but the South Carolina Lottery spokesman told enough information about the winner, that lots of people probably know their identity. The weird part is some winners put all their info out there while others would prefer total anonymity.
Neat story!
No age, gender, job info , etc. was provided by the SC lottery.
He should try to find that good samaritan and give him a little something. If it wasn't for his honesty, he wouldn't be a winner today.
This smells a bit like Jack Whittaker initially. Time will Tell.
sc should at least give:
1.)Initials, age bracket.
2.)County .
As much as people spend on daily lottery games, i think it's only right. I think it'll give those still tryin' to win much hope."
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In New Jersey, this dude should be shoutin' to the rooftop, "I am goin' to find somehow, the person/good/great person who was so honest and give him thousands or
pay her or his rent.or mortgage for a long year, let' em save up, the money for a whole year!(that they would of utilized for rent or mortgage etc.) i think that would be so honorable, and nice. But, congrats..."
Cassie8620, I think that before giving a large donation to a stranger you should get the advice of a financial adviser. Things might go wrong. Protect yourself. Especially with gift taxes.
Do you know who the Good Samaritan is? It is our fearless leader Todd Northrop from New Jersey.
I like this group photo a lot. Gosh, what surreal thoughts these folks must be thinking!
Looking at USAMEGA. This winner had one year to claim his prize. I do not know if N.J. allows Trusts or not. How about an LLC Limited Liability Company.
Also, the State of New Jersey taxes winnings at 8%.
I believe that when one discovers he or she owns a major winning ticket. Slow Down! Your future life will be lived in a slow-motion way. You now have time on your side. You can do and say almost anything you like at any time. Staying under the law of course. Wisdom is required here.
This winner has escaped the rat race and will no longer need to win it and still remain a rat.
Learning from the mistakes of past lottery winners will be helpful.
I just learned that Brad Duke was conned out some of his money by trusted individuals soon after he collected his money. If it can happen to Brad it can happen to anyone.
There are wolves dressed in sheep's clothing. You can see them by their fruits. Past behavior is a good indicator of future behavior.
As in most gaming "Quit while you are ahead". This winner is ahead.
Good question about claiming trusts and claiming LLCs in New Jersey. Their lottery website offers almost no information, but I did find this in a news article from 2018:
The New Jersey Lottery is compelled to release the name of the person or organization that filed the claim as well as the town and retailer where the ticket was sold, according to spokeswoman Mary Ann Rivell.
Rivell said she can only remember one instance in her years at the lottery of a person forming an LLC before arriving at lottery headquarters to present a winning ticket.
So, it looks like you can shield yourself with a legal entity, but it's a well-kept secret in NJ.
https://www.nj.com/lottery/2018/02/can_lottery_jackpot_winners_in_nj_form_an_llc_to_h.html
Oh really?
According to a statement from the commission, the winner confided in how unlikely the win was — that he (or she) had let a fellow customer buy a Quick Pick Mega Millions lottery ticket ahead of him in line the day he made his own lottery ticket purchase at the KC Mart in Simpsonville.
Bet the "fellow customer" he let go "ahead of him" knows the identity.
You probably only read the LP article and though it doesn't mention age or job, there are several other articles including one where the Mayor of Simpsonville seems to know where the winner works and possibly their identity. I guess it depends on the definition of claiming anonymously mine doesn't include being interview by lottery spokesmen and them telling the press what the anonymous winner says.
I like this guy's philosophy...'he remembers those who treated him kindly prior". People really are clueless in how their actions can be remembered long after their attitude leaves a room.
Sadly though his ex wife gets to mosey into court and claim half the win. NJ is still of the opinion that an adult female can't get a job and support herself. They do love giving spousal support...
Good though for him that he has some common sense...he sounds like he'll do okay after he gets his major purchases out of the way.
Congrats to the lucky guy.
You stated the lottery released the identifiable info. False and the rest is mere speculation..."seems to know." When someone wins a jp that large, everyone will start claiming they know who it is. We had lp members claiming to know who won as well before it was even claimed. Indentifiable info means personal identifiable info, not narrowing it down to 50% of the population.
But again, all the speculation benefits the real winner.
Why would his ex wife be entitled to any of it? If she moved around for her career for 15 years, sounds like she had been the one supporting both of them.
The winner appears to be a kind human being. The winner should consult with an accountant before gifting her anything. There is the $15,000.00 gift tax annual exclusion amount. Then the lifetime estate exemption for gifts greater than that. All gift tax-free.
This winner appears to have found a good part of N.J. to live in. Very few beggars if any. That is a gem in itself. But do not forget about the mail and phone calls.
Congrats to the Winner! You were in the Right Place at the Right Time!
Give his ex-wife a 7 letter word to go along the 7 letter word of divorce=NOTHING!
Another feel good story.
Somehow he strikes me as a good old goofball, very laid back type of guy. Wifey probably divorced him...now who has the last laugh Sweetheart! LOL, who cares?
I agree, and good morning/afternoon music. It's Todd the owner here, or is this a joke, if not? Totally awesome!
lol
I was talkin' bout that with my older brother who was saying, "Cass, some do not care about cash like this lol"
or are uh-ummm pretending not to care, lol but lol @ Bleu dog 101.
if she does not care about having "a lot of cash then it will not bother nor phase the ex-partner of his, the ex spouse."
Either way having the LAST laugh albeit a woman or man, after being mis-treated is the BEST feeling..." lol
oh OPRAH miss billionaire$$$ did that, for sure, and i m one who wished i was in the LUCKY AUDIENCE that day.
lol
Congrats again.
I’m very curious, first of all I wouldn’t even have said the story about the Good Samaritan for that reason alone. But second, what if the “Good Samaritan” just put the tickets they found in their pocket and walked on. What would happen to that person? Would they actually be able to claim the jackpot? With all the questions and security checks. If they found it and did not buy it themselves. I’m very curious about this in terms of how they pay out. Thanks for any that are knowledgeable on this.
Yes, Cassie8620, it is a joke. I just made it up from thin air. Sorry about the disappointment.
My thought exactly BG. I also think he throw that line in about “ following the ex for 15 years as a dig at her.” I got to thinking on that. Picture this scenario.
The ex: Mike, when are you going to amount to something, you a loser, when are you going to get your life together, cause you driving me up the wall by being a bum, l am so tired of you, your presence alone makes me ill.. l am filing for divorce!
Mike : Babe, give me a chance, l know things will turn around for me, for us- please don’t do this.
The ex: Sorry, l just can’t take it anymore.
Mike: Well l am sorry for everything, all the best to you & your future.
This week: Hello Mike, this is Cindy, your wife, sorry ex wife. Please call me when you get a chance.l love you!
Remember to create a PreNup. A Prenuptial contract to protect your assets in the future.
Will Mike and Cindy forgive each other and live happily ever after?
I thought maybe he was what is known as a “trailing spouse” and that was the basis for the comment. If you work in an industry ( or the military) where you are transferred around a lot your spouse follows you and can end up with a spotty work history because they end up changing jobs a lot.
If the marriage has ended I agree she probably isn’t entitled to anything but she may have been grateful throughout the marriage that he was willing to move and not reach his full career potential while she obtained her career goals.
In theory a lottery ticket is known as a “bearer instrument” and whoever signs the back would be considered the owner of the ticket. As long as you are upfront and say you found the ticket (keep in mind the lottery knows exactly when the ticket was sold and most likely has a video of the winner purchasing the ticket) and you didn’t steal the ticket the lottery would eventually pay out to you.
I say eventually because I think if they know you didn’t actually purchase the ticket there might be a bigger security review of the claim. They also may try to delay paying until they see if anyone is going to come forward and claim any type of malfeasance or start a lawsuit over the ticket. If that happened it would probably be up to the courts to decide who gets the money. There have been many cases when there was a disputed claim and the court ordered the money frozen until the case is decided.
Congrats to the winner .
Would NEVER rush to face the lottery officials , he should have brought him a mask to go along with it .
This way people wouldn't know what he looks like . Doesn't people use their Common Sense ,
and figure away not to face the cameras . What happen to Safety First ?
Reminds me of the couple from Tennessee going on Ellen with their 1/3 winning lottery ticket from that $1.6 billion drawing a couple of years ago. Showing it off like that, how stupid IMO.
The Lottery Industry is using you as advertising. Free to them but costly to you. You are their product and they want to sell your good luck.
This is gaming. Advertising works.
Wow. It is interesting. My mind could wander a little about this. Different directions. Thanks.
I said the South Carolina Lottery spokesman told enough information about the winner, that lots of people probably know their identity. Did you think I meant lots of people in the U.S. and/or world?
"You stated the lottery released the identifiable info."
And I posted the "identifiable info" that came directly from the LP article and mentioned other articles about SC jackpot winner.
"We had lp members claiming to know who won as well before it was even claimed."
I don't make it my business to question every LP member that says they "know something" and I never said I knew "who won" that jackpot. I first questioned why the winner waited so long to validate the ticket and then speculation on why. It's called an "opinion" and there are lots on "opinions" about lottery stuff on LP and not against the rules. Most people understand the point of discussing lottery topics is to voice one's "opinion".
"Indentifiable info means personal identifiable info, not narrowing it down to 50% of the population."
My "speculation" narrowed the people that may know the winner to probably less than 100 people that live and/or work in the Simpsonville area. The population of Simpsonville is almost 21,000 and knowing for a fact the ticket was purchased in the city doesn't prove the winner lives there. The only reason you're pretending I posted something I didn't is to argue.
But hay, it's none of my business if you're on LP to question what people say or just to argue nonsense; find someone else to play your games, I'm too busy.
l know what you meant LL, my Father is a Marine, he tells me there is no “ was” when it comes to being a Marine. However going off what he said about being a “ bum” l figured there is a possibility, that the ex wife hurled those insults his way. In any event, he is free of her, to choose a new path.l * think he would not have added that bit to the story, about following the wife,including having no kids.
By all accounts, he turned to his family, leaving her out of the picture. As for her being kind etc during the marriage, well that’s a topic for another day. At present, the ex is in his rear view mirror.
He's going to be on the CBS Evening News in a few minutes.
Lol. Well all, I made my point. The SC winner is still anonymous. It Is funny how someone who questions posts and facts by other members routinely with the ocd blue highlighting, gets so upset when the tables are turned. But some people have way more free time than most of us.
Prenups are not iron clad.
Initials.....stalker much???? The lottery gives enough information. Especially if a player is fortunate enough to be playing in a state that allows for anonymity. I mean with initials and county you might as well just give out a persons name and SSN next.
nypost just ran an article quoting his ex wife. Said he was unemployed while she was working in various states and does not want him back despite those millions. Look up their website and read it. No love lost there.
"nypost just ran an article quoting his ex wife."
Article link.
Wow, so given what you just posted BD on the nypost article, l was right. The ex " may" have told Mike that he was a loser, and wanted him out of her life.l mean how many ways can you be right? First it's the water, now this. All l need is to get the winning PB numbers, and l will be looking down on creation.
It's just like I said on page 1, "the weird part is some winners put all their info out there while others would prefer total anonymity." Been awhile since the last Elwood "Bunky" Bartlett sighting.
He is so lucky. That being said, I don't have high hopes for him having any money five years from now. The casinos, strip clubs etc etc will drain it all from him shortly.
"what's the harm in confirming it?"
They need to know he's actually the winner before confirming it. The story says somebody asked if he won on Wednesday morning and that a Limo "was soon" to pick him up. When the lottery declined to confirm him as the winner on Wednesday morning it may have been before they had even seen the ticket, and certainly not more than an hour or two after seeing it.
"This smells a bit like Jack Whittaker initially."
I was thinking David Lee Edwards, with a touch of the Robinsons. He's a self-identified bum, and apparently started shooting his mouth off before hiring a stretch limo to take the ticket to lottery HQ on the 3rd business day after winning. He's got plenty of money to work with, but it sounds like his judgment and impulse control may not be ideal.
"Bet the "fellow customer" he let go "ahead of him" knows the identity."
After the "he (she) disclaimer I certainly wouldn't read anything about gender into that, and it's hardly uncommon for one customer to let another go first. I'm awfully curious why somebody who's allowed to remain anonymous under SC rules would tell a story like that and let the lottery identify the lawyer he used. Especially after hiring a lawyer and waiting more than 4 months, which indicates that they were being careful about getting everything in order.
"what if the “Good Samaritan” just put the tickets they found in their pocket and walked on."
It depends on NJ laws regarding lost and mislaid property. Ignore the people who have no clue what "bearer bond" means. A lottery ticket is your property and losing or misplacing it doesn't automatically mean you've lost ownership. In some states there's an exception for items with a very modest value, but you're generally required by law to report found property to authorities or make an honest effort to locate the owner. If they attempted to claim the prize and didn't admit to finding the ticket they'd be guilty of perjury, and perhaps fraud or other crimes.
Lol. All he needs to do is buy a big house. He won’t need any strippers.
Lol. When the love is gone, there’s just no way to get it back.
She's not getting half the win and more than likely if he was following her around the country for the past 15 years then that sounds like he probably wasnt even make much more than her if that even. Now if they were married that long they might still be friends so I feel that he will still give her some money you know. Maybe help her retirement out.
Actually after reading what she said about him she deserves nothing at all. She legit shouldn't have made any comment at all but making him sound all bad was just uncalled for and sort of repulses me at the same time. She could have just said that the divorce ended when they realised things weren't working and she will always care for him as a friend and is happy for him. If my ex said something like that then baby girl I'll hook you up with something. Oh and she most defiantly would take him back anyways just based off of how she put shade on him has me putting her in a semi bad light so I don't think she would mind living the rich life :)
I’m happy for this guy because I read somewhere that he’s been unemployed for 15 years now. The job market has failed this man, so I’m glad he won MM.
Good Morning America had a good piece about him today. It also showed the clerk who 'rescued' the lottery tickets. Did he not tell that young kid I'll take of you later, just won't say it on the air? IDK lack of sleep this morning interfering with me!
sorry, meant to say I'll take care of you....
I don't know, the fact that even after your ex-husband just won that kind of money you still can't say anything nice shows how awful a person he probably was. Also if someone had to travel around the country for 15 years working to support you, you should still give them a nice chunk of money out of common decency. There are several people in this story he needs to write hefty checks to. You are honestly repulsed by a woman being upset that she had to travel all over and work for 15 years to support him and finally had enough and divorced him, seriously? Only someone like him would sympathize with him.
"Good Morning America had a good piece about him today."
Wow.
Just......wow.
There’s no way she’s entitled to anything. If the divorce was final before he purchased the ticket-that’s the rule. Then there’s no way to claim anything on her part. This has happened before, when winners have purchased tickets while still married and then get a divorce, well the ex is entitled to half and they’ve gotten it too. He’s lucky in more ways than one, lol.
If he had been unemployed for the past 15 years, where did he get the money to buy lottery tickets?
That was a five game ticket which costs $10. I'm sure he didn't just buy tickets for that drawing. He was probably buying every drawing.
The ex wife supported him for 15 years , he should give her One million dollar for every year .
That's fair enough . I hope he's not that selfish . Save him some grief and pay the ex wife off ,
or else , she could take him to court .
Speak to a financial adviser about the taxes , etccccccc
And as far as the Clerk at the store , make sure he's taken care of $$$$$ .
Wow! Not Brad , he seems like a very smart person .
It's a shame it happened to him .
This is another reason why "ALL " should be Anonymous.
Already know some states are Anonymous , but the rest
of states should......A.S.A.P.
Wow! She had to pay him , spousal support , and he's still taking the $$$$.
If he man enough , he should stop that ...ASAP.
She has Morals , she doesn't want his money , only wish him the best .
OH yes , she said , she didn't call him . Wow !!! Interesting article .
According the NY Post article his ex wife has been paying him spousal support since the divorce.
Sad!
For those wondering why lots of lottery players and many LP members believe jackpot winners be allowed to claim anonymously, many of the comments about this Jackpot winner should explain why. It almost like some here believe jackpot winners are obliged to explain everything to them.
The thing is, all the jackpot envy people, jackpot ticket validating experts, and what the winners should or shouldn't do with their money people would have nothing to post if all jackpot winners were anonymous.
That being said, this guy is milking his jackpot winning moment for all it's worth making any comment about him justified.
The guy is a doofus. Why should she lie and say they are still friends when she does not want anything to do with him? It would look like she was angling for some of the money. I have a feeling she has done well financially. I would not take a dime either if I had been in her situation . Self respect is more important than millions of dollars. He placed himself in the badlight first and she just validated it. Anyone who bad mouths themselves in front of the media like he did, has some issues. We will see him in the news again.
I thought so and some people were so quick to assume it was the other way around. It is 2019. He may turn into another Dave Edwards.
I agree 110 %.
Todd, does NJ give retailers a bonus for selling a winning Jackpot ticket???
I emailed them this earlier and so far no reply.
Thanks.
"Dude , where's my ticket" ?
Congrats again to the lucky guy.
That nypost piece initially said that she would not take him back or any part of his money now that he is a multi millionaire, yet she adds" He ought to do the right thing." When asked what that would be- short answer, l paid him all those years, he should be" do the right thing and pay me." So money, and lots of it, does change minds & hearts. This
about l will not take the money, is just that - 
. Just call him up privately & tell him to " do the right thing without telling the press." It will come off more believable. It would " seem" she needs him or " the right thing" and all things considered, that is not a sin.The scriptures say" Keep on asking, and it will be given to you." Mike seems reasonable , don't you think?
The correct quote from Matthew and Luke is "ask and it will be given." And it refers to praying, not asking someone for money.
The parties in a divorce can always petition the court for a modification of the support agreement. She has adequate grounds to ask to terminate the payments. I hope she finds a nice drama-free partner with his head screwed on straight. Mike will probably marry a stripper with heart of gold digger.
Lol The husband has to report changes in his income so if he is not the king of the bums, he should move to terminate the support. She might have an argument to ask for repayment of the 15 years of support so that may be what she wants. It is just simple reimbursement.
A little more authoritative than just a random person on the internet:
James Carey, the executive director of the New Jersey Lottery, says if that person had kept the ticket for themselves, they would have been able to claim the winnings. "If you think about it, it's very difficult to say who owns a lottery ticket, short of someone coming in here and saying, 'I purchased this ticket, it's mine,' " he said.
https://www.npr.org/2019/03/08/701508051/good-samaritan-returns-lost-lottery-ticket-the-man-who-bought-it-wins-jackpot
This article from NPR says the store got $30,000.
https://www.npr.org/2019/03/08/701508051/good-samaritan-returns-lost-lottery-ticket-the-man-who-bought-it-wins-jackpot
Lottery tickets ARE bearer instruments which is why you are always encouraged to sign the back of the ticket. Here is a good article from FindLaw on that:
https://blogs.findlaw.com/law_and_life/2013/12/for-lotto-winner-finders-keepers-means-1m.html
You know, misinformation is way worse than no information.
..it can also be said that many people who do play the lottery, pray to God so they can win the jackpot.Yet in the event they do win, they " Thank God" for making them multi millionaires, saying it was God's will. Did God answer their prayers? Does God give without prayer? Mike's ex could be "praying" for money to come her way.See, l was right afterall.
l think Mike's ex spousal support payments have reached journeys end. He can support himself moving forward.You probably hoping Mike marries a stripper, yet what l can't understand is why wish this on him, what has he ever done to you? It's not like you know him, or dated him. Is this envy & jealousy seeping through?
If they had a spousal agreement based on her income shouldn't the agreement now flip the other way since he's the one with the larger income? In theory he bought that ticket with her money, I wonder if she might have a case for some of the money due to that? Regardless, like I said before, he got a lot of money he didn't deserve, he's a bum by his own admission, seeing as he recognizes that, hopefully he needs to recognize that he needs to give the people that helped him achieve this win the money they deserve, from the ex-wife, the good Samaritan to the clerk.
" Shouldn't the agreement flip the other way?" Why? I am no attorney but those were the rules on " ending a marriage." Her ball & chain has now been cut, and they both free.
" In theory he bought that ticket with her money" what? So if he bought a car with the spousal payment, you saying she has a right to drive it as well? If he used some of the SS money to see a stripper or go to Vegas, she should be present as well? Does what you saying makes sense Venom?
From your posts I gather you have an ex-wife you are on really bad terms with. They say living well is the best revenge. Good night!
i was saying to my friend when i wrote this to u, "He gots to be jokin' because i am sure todd would've announced it here, or i think lol"
but yea ok. i m hoping music you're going to win whatever lottery games this weekend you're playing, or scratch-offs! Going to watch mine soon for tonight.
G-night.
luv this mans story. read it a couple x, and i hear alpha, in what is known i think as south jersey near philly,pa, and near wilmington,delaware, that it's a really quiet suburban residential quiet nice town." happy for him being another house soon." God bless them all.
Before responding to your post, l went to Family.findlaw.com to get answers. It said that Spousal support is determined by : Age, physical condition, emotional state, and financial condition of the former spouses. Going off that, and by Mike's own admission of being a bum, l could see why he got that aid.
To answer your first question. l have been married only once, still am,and very much in love with the One, but thanks anyways. I will pass your greetings & thoughts on.l believe in innocent, until proven guilty. You seemed to have passed judgement on Mike, for collecting SS & being a bum. More importantly is in your comment on me having an ex wife , it reminded me of another post a year or so ago by a LP member who accused me of having a criminal record etc etc- l am beginning to think you are one and the same person.Bad habits are hard to break. My friday night two cents.
"After the "he (she) disclaimer I certainly wouldn't read anything about gender into that,"
You're missing the obvious, the "he and him" probably came from whomever wrote the story, but letting someone go in from of them came from the lottery spokesmen. The person winning the jackpot waited an extraordinary amount of time to validated their ticket, hired a lottery expert attorney, and claimed anonymously, so why is a lottery spokesmen giving out any info?
If I recall correctly some church pastors went on record saying they would not accept lottery winnings. But I really doubt they would turn down a few million bucks.
I agree. Don't let others try to twist what you say. I think the majority consensus is that the guy may not do well with the money. It has nothing to do with wishing bad luck on him but based on scenarios of past winners who did not do well with their choices.
A man is broke and has no money. He prays to God: "Dear Lord, please let me win the lottery,
The lottery comes and goes, and the man doesn't win.
So next week comes along and he prays to God again "Dear Lord, please, I need to win the lottery.
Again, the lottery goes by and he doesn't win.
Finally, the man, completely filled with despair, says to God "Dear God, please, I need to win the lottery."
Suddenly, a huge booming light flashes in the sky and the man hears a loud voice from the sky say
"Okay buddy, but you gotta help me out here and buy a freaking ticket!"
Thanks! I read the previous link that provided the information .
I'm seriously in shock that nj has her paying him spousal support. I got some dishes of humble pie to eat .
He is under no obligation...moral or otherwise to contribute to her current life style.
Unlike others I don't predict how this guy will be a loser in five years. Few can predict the future ...otherwise they'd have the winning numbers ...which they don't.
I can wish him well and enjoy !
And there are some pastors that will help you win the lottery like one of my personal favorites, Peter Popoff's "Miracle Spring Water". Not sure about Benny Hinn because I read where he gave up healing for Lent.
It looks like Mike Weirsky is having lots of fun with his 15 minutes of fame regardless of what our resident "know what's best for him" people.
LMAO @ "past winners scenarios". It looks like that old jackpot envy is rearing its ugly head again.
wow. He sure has taken some chances by putting himself so "out there" so quickly. Hopefully that set of decisions won't come back and haunt him later and he will truly be able to achieve his goal of not touching the principle. But with so many purchases and travel plans already in the works, it does sound doubtful.
Congratulations!!! Hope he seeks financial advisors... and to the person that turned the ticket in
For those that didn't read the story:
Weirsky said he's already spoken to his attorney and his financial advisor.
At the end of the day it's none of our business how he spends or ever if he blows all of his winnings.
@noise-gate,
No intended hijack, but earlier today the Travel Channel had a few episodes of Monsters and Mysteries in America.
The most well known one was the Moth Man in West Virginia, but..........ecery episode had strange occurrences and creatures near large bodies of water!
"Lottery tickets ARE bearer instruments "
Of course they are. The issue is that you (and plenty of other people) have no idea what that actually means. You're apparently not even smart enough to understand your own link, which makes it extremely clear that simply finding the ticket doesn't make you the owner.
Apparently you’re not even smart enough to use the quote button.
You obviously can’t follow these long threads but I already said a few pages ago that there were two issues. The first being (which the director of the New Jersey lottery also said) that the clerk could have absolutely walked in with the signed ticket and turned it in and been paid because a lottery ticket is a bearer instrument. Whoever signed the ticket is the presumed owner. I also said if the clerk would have walked in with the signed ticket but said he found the ticket the lottery would have delayed payment until they investigated and waited to see if anyone came forward. Just FYI the “found property” law in NJ is 120 days.
For goodness sake try to keep up!
Do the right thing Mike!
You mean " Swamp People?" l noticed that they all have full sets of teeth. Must be the water, it's a trade-off.
I'm reading as i read new comments in this thread tonight, Mike' wife, is a nice woman saying how:
1.)I don't want any of his cash or something to this affect, and SHE WORK "hard for hers and all that she gets. etc."was even paying him for years...(alimony)
2.)I wish him so much luck with all his winnings and she simply ask 1 thing:
"Do ihave to still pay HIS ALIMONY?" lol
(but it does not seem as if she want him back/and or she desire any piece of his long green cash $$$ )
i see this story everyone, if you're interesting til' TODD see it/find it i am reading it online @ HUFF POST. G-night."
i am on huff post reading it, thank you! (For inside edition clip) she look nice. and i wish her continued livin' well, as she was paying HIS alimony, so interesting."
i hope he is very careful with his new found fortune, thanks to the NJ lottery. G-night.
Well this is what happens when you go slumming and marry him. Lol. He will blow the money soon enough since he likes the publicity and attention. It is probably his only "accomplishment " in his life. His wife could have done so much better.
Hey Cassie, l wonder what would happen if Mike’s ex wife, read all the negative things being said about her here, given that she fulfilled her role in abiding by the terms of the divorce agreement. Would she be scorned for asking: Ever been divorced? Ever had to pay your ex, spousal support? If the answer was no, could she be in her right to then ask “ on a scale of 1-10, how ugly are you?
I know lol Good ole' Mike... Goin' to be livin' so large/much better now less financial stress(everyone's dream of that) well most i would think ya know, noise. and less drama etc., but yea i hear ya. and i pray he give her some ALIMONY BACK LOL or heck, as my parents are saying, ALL of it, but yea 1 to five million is chump change for him,
now jmo(just my opinion) good night noise... twt.(time will tell)if he do, IF he say something on that this year or she might lol still very happy for Mike..."g-night.
Good luck to all who played the almost
1/2 OF BILLION POWERBALL TONIGHT and or your other games you're playing." g-night.
LOL @ ARTIST.
i am just smh at she has to pay him alimony etc., interesting to me, then later he win big ole' lottery so odd how life is for some at times."
But, yea... lol
Good ole' Mike feasibly shall blow it, and then be in the news 3 yrs or less citing, "I should've known better."Let's hope MIKE is astute and doesn't lose it all in a fast toxic way,but invest.
I do love how wife clearly has a great job or business, and was able to live nicely and still is, and work hard for hers, as she puts it."Mike did benefit from that, and i hope now, the court terminate ALL support for Mike,as he clearly don't need anything ($)from his ex who was literally "still" taking care of him even after the relation."et.al., good night.artist.
Cassie, legally he has to report a change in income. His ex-wife can also petition to have it end. The fact that he may not have done so, says a lot about him. Her only mistake was staying married to the bum for 15 years.
I like how most of the lp members are supportive of the ex-wife. Shows that life is not fair but she is the better person.
Captain obvious said he has to report a change in income (possibly to her?), but according to the story, his ex-wife already knows he won the jackpot. I'm pretty sure anybody winning a jackpot has a "change in income" and usually found on their 1040.
The change in income has to be reported directly to the court. The ex-wife cannot certify to her ex-husband's income but she may be allowed to petition the court and attach the news artcles. The ex-wife would not automatically have access to her ex-husband's 1040. This is how it works in the real world.
In this story, it should be obvious the "ex" knows he won a jackpot so............
If a spouse receiving alimony has a substantial increase in income, the payor can request a downward modification of support based on the change of circumstance.
Problem solved!
Nowhere in the story does it mention a court ordered notice of "reporting change of income" or any legal speculation.
"Nowhere in the story does it mention a court ordered notice of "reporting change of income" or any legal speculation."
The story also doesn't say that it's illegal to murder somebody, but I'm almost certain that it is.
He should notify the court that his income has gone up, and she can go to court to ask that the alimony she's paying be reduced. Either way, she should be done supporting the guy.
Should Mike put his ex into his will or revocable living trust? He might not live to much longer.
I agree that most LP Members support the Ex- Wife.
Money changes people.
As Michael W. Boone said, Paraphrased, Money reveals who the real person is.
Coin Toss- You there maestro? How about 2nd prize winners in the MM jackpot last night. ( 3-22-19) Notice anything unusual? Only that the winners are from States - Close to large bodies of water.
* I may not be right, but I'm never wrong.
I need luck with the lottery!