In the future, scientists discovered that money emits zeptosubstances that progressively turn you into a twat if exposed to large amounts for too long. Skeptics believe this is just something the 1% made up to act like twats with impunity.
Rich people lying their way out isn't new, especially nowadays, so you bet the future will keep at it.

Don't feel bad for the painter here. If you knew his wage, you'd wonder if he got struck by the twat virus too.