Greenbergs Sue Erik von Detten Over Gold Purchases

Sheila and Norman Greenberg have sued actor Erik von Detten and precious-metals dealer Rosland Capital, alleging elder abuse, fraud and related misconduct over gold-coin purchases they say cost them at least $900,000. The allegations have not been established in court. The couple’s complaint, filed May 11, 2026, in Los Angeles County Superior Court, says they paid about $2.1 million for coins they later valued at about $1.3 million. It accuses von Detten, a former Rosland Capital account representative, and the company of financial elder abuse, fraud, constructive fraud, breach of fiduciary duty and conversion. The Greenbergs are seeking damages, including at least $900,000 in claimed losses, and have requested a jury trial. According to the complaint, the Greenbergs contacted Rosland Capital in 2020 after seeing a television advertisement promoting precious metals. They allege they had limited knowledge of gold and told von Detten their retirement accounts held more than $2 million. The lawsuit says he recommended purchases of gold coins, including Lady Liberty coins, at prices substantially above their market value. The complaint also alleges the coins were stored rather...