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Litigious
Common sense discussion about legal topics of the day and lawsuits making headlines. This is Litigious. Brought to you by D'Orazio Peterson, PC, a serious injury and employment discrimination litigation firm. Formerly TalkLex Podcast.
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Episode 59: Alexander Brothers, Elizabeth Holmes and more...
A legal podcast examines prison sentencing, a motion to dismiss in the Cornell case, privacy claims, and how memory shapes the Elizabeth Holmes documentary…
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Episode 58: More on Cornell, Hollywood Smear Campaigns, and Fraternities in Trouble
Dive deep into the latest legal drama surrounding the Cornell case, voluntary intoxication laws, PR smear campaigns, and the ongoing fraternity controversies…
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Episode 57: Breaking Down the Cornell Case
In this episode Scott & Giovanna break down some of the legal issues involved in the "Cornell 7" case, including the potential criminal matter, civil…
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Episode 56: More Fallout...
E. Jean Carroll received $5.6 million from President Trump in a civil case after he was found liable for sexual abuse and defamation. The payment, which…
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Episode 55: JP Morgan update, Lyft Suit and More...
The "sex slave" lawsuit against JPMorgan employee Charayu Rana faces new challenges. The court ruled Rana cannot remain anonymous, and his attorney has parted…
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Episode 54: JP Morgan Drama Continues and More…
A retired officer jailed for 37 days over a Facebook post involving a political meme has settled his lawsuit for $835,000. Was this a First Amendment…
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Episode 53: Lively-Baldoni Settlement, JP Morgan and more...
In this episode we discuss a settlement in the long running lawsuit based on the film "It Ends With Us." We also look at the recent JP Morgan sexual harassment…
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Episode 52: Patel Lawsuit, Carnival Cruise, AI and more...
FBI Director Kash Patel is suing The Atlantic for $250 million, alleging a story about his alleged drinking problems is false and defamatory. The legal experts…
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Episode 51: Lawsuits Against AI and More...
OpenAI and xAI face lawsuits for failing to prevent harm caused by their AI tools, from school shootings to deepfake child pornography. Legal experts discuss…
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Episode 50: Real Estate Conviction, Gun Liability and more...
Three prominent New York real estate brothers were convicted of a years-long conspiracy to traffic women and girls for sex. Accusations first surfaced in civil…
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Episode 49: Another ICE Shooting: A legal Discussion
Discussing the legal rights of protestors to record law enforcement, victim blaming, and potential liability in the ICE shooting case in Minnesota. What are…
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Episode 48: Legal Dirty Laundry, Uninsured Pop-up Med Care and More...
Lawyers Scott Peterson and Giovanna D'Orazio discuss recent updates in the It Ends With Us movie lawsuit, a $52M verdict against a pop-up cosmetic clinic with…
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Episode 47: Legal Issues Surrounding the ICE shooting and More...
Examining the potential criminal and civil liabilities in the Renee Good shooting. Was the ICE agent justified? What legal recourse does the family have? A…
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Episode 46: Shooting in Minnesota, Continued to Fall Out from Kirk Shooting and More...
Attorneys analyze the legal implications of the fatal ICE shooting in Minnesota. Was the use of deadly force justified? Qualified immunity, DOJ policy, and…
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Episode 45: Michigan, Uber, Tinder and More...
In this episode Scott & Giovanna revisit the fallout following the firing of the University of Michigan head football coach, as well as lawsuits accusing…
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Episode 44: Michigan Coach Firing, Cruise Ship Lawsuits, and More…
A family is suing Royal Caribbean after a 35-year-old man died after allegedly being served 33 alcoholic drinks and then being subdued by crew members. Was the…
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Episode 43: Employment fallout, cont., Mark Sanchez, LA Angeles & Jack Nicklaus
In this episode we discuss the latest employee to find trouble for out of work comments. We also do a dive into a wrongful death case involving a former…
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Season 3, Episode 15: Taylor Swift deposition "Denied"; Alo Age Complaint, Ryder Cup, and more...
In Season 3, Episode 15, we discuss the most recent updates in the Baldoni-Lively litigation, including a denied request for Taylor Swift’s denied. We also…
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Season 3, Episode 14: Kirk Shooting Fall Out Continues; Social Media and Kimmel Cancellation
In this episode Scott & Giovanna discuss the recent uptick in firings for social media posts and other comments following the Charlie Kirk shooting. They also…
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Season 3, Episode 13: Social Media and Trying Times, Legal Implications
On this episode we discuss some of the fallout from comments and social media posts following the Charlie Kirk shooting, and discuss how the things you say on…
LitigiousSeason 3, Episode 12: Celebrity Trials, Witness Charisma and more...
In this episode, we discuss the recent Cardi B. trial, witness charisma, and the challenges cross examining a celebrity. We also take another look at recent…
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Season 3, Episode 11: Coldplay Fallout, McAfee Apology & More...
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Season 3, Episode 10: Lively Updates, Jay-Z & More...
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Season 3, Episode 9: Tyler Perry, Hot Coffee and more…
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Season 3, Episode 8: Alex Cooper Allegations and More...
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Season 3, Episode 5: Allred "Hit Piece," Big Verdict Against Starbucks & More...
In this episode, we dive into recent Wall Street Journal "hit piece" about famed Women's Rights advocate Gloria Allred. We also discuss a "Hot Tea" massive…
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Season 3, Episode 4: More Celebrity Lawsuits…
This week we’re talking about legal matters involving A$AP Rocky, Jay-Z, Meta, and more. Like or subscribe for more information, or to learn more about the Law…
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Season 3, Ep. 3: Blake/Justin suit gets messier; Drake/Kendrick legal battle, and Ye gets sued..
This week we're deep diving into the latest on the messy litigation arising out of the It Ends With Us films. We're also taking a look the Drake/Kendrick Lamar…
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Season 3, Episode 2: Lawsuits and Hollywood: Unraveling the It Ends With Us Drama
Delve into the complex legal battle between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni following the It Ends With Us film. We discuss the ramifications of their lawsuits…
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Season 3, Episode 1: Breaking down the "It Ends With Us" legal drama
We're back! It's been a bit, but we're back in 2025 with a new season discussing all things legal issues in the news. This week we're taking a deep dive into…
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Season 2, Ep. 7: Takeaways from the Gwyneth Paltrow trial
In this episode Scott & Giovanna deep dive into their key takeaways from the Gwyneth Paltrow trial, including the importance of factors such as witness…
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Season 2, Ep.6: Gwyneth Paltrow trial, problems at Stanford Law and more...
In this legal potpourri episode Scott and Giovanna discuss media coverage of the civil trial in Utah involving Gwyneth Paltrow, as well as a dust up at…
LitigiousSeason 2, Ep. 5: Divorce isn't what it used to be. A conversation with Barrett Mack, Esq.
Barrett Mack is a matrimonial attorney with years of practice under his belt. In this episode, Barrett and Scott talk about the current state of matrimonial…
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Season 2, Ep. 4: Holiday Party Do's and Don'ts
This week we're talking all things holiday parties. First we look at the potential pitfalls of the office party, and then we dig into the hazards surrounding…
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Season 2, Episode 3: Bail reform, criminal practice and more with Kevin O'Brien
On this week's episode of TalkLex, Giovanna and Scott talk with criminal defense attorney Kevin O'Brien. We talk bail reform and its impact on the criminal…
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Season 2, Episode 2: Workplace rights for military; Twitter and more...
On this week's episode Giovanna and Scott discuss workplace rights for Veterans and active duty military. They also discuss multiple misleading headlines…
LitigiousSeason 2, Episode 1: - Alex Jones, Kanye West and more...
In this episode Scott and Giovanna discuss the recent jury verdict in the Alex Jones case, as well as a new lawsuit against Kanye West. We also discuss the…
LitigiousEp. 019 - Mass Shootings & Gun Control: A Discussion
In this episode, Scott and Giovanna discuss the painful reality of regular mass shootings in the United States . Given the failure to mitigate gun violence and…
LitigiousEp. 018 - The Johnny Depp - Amber Heard case: A discussion
In this week's episode, Scott and Giovanna share their thoughts on the verdict Depp - Heard case, which stemmed from a 2018 op-ed by Heard in the Washington…
LitigiousEp. 017 - What Makes A Good Judge?
In today's episode Scott and Giovanna discuss the "Misleading Headline of The Week", as it relates to comments made by Fox News host Tucker Carlson relating to…
LitigiousEp. 016 - Legal Potpourri: Sandy Hook School Shooting Settlement, Sarah Palin Suit and More …
In today's Legal Potpourri, Scott and Giovanna discuss some recent interesting (and controversial) legal stories, starting off with a significant settlement in…
LitigiousEp. 015 - Estate Planning For Young Professionals
In this is brief episode Scott kicks off 2022 by discussing why it is important for young professionals with families to consider estate planning and why…
LitigiousEp. 016- Accident with a Drunk Driver
Despite the known dangers of drunk driving, alcohol-impaired accidents continue to account for nearly one-third of all the traffic-related deaths in the U.S…
LitigiousEp. 014 - 3 Simple Steps to Protect Yourself and Your Family in 2022
"Year's end is neither an end nor a beginning but a going on." In this year end episode Scott briefly discusses three small steps that everyone can take to…
LitigiousEp. 013 - Planning For Aging (For Ourselves and Our Parents) - A Conversation with Jim LeBrou
Elder law is a branch of law that focuses on legal issues that impact older individuals. In this very insightful episode Scott and Jim LeBrou touch on…
LitigiousEp. 012 - The Evolving World of Cannabis
What is all the commotion about? At both state and federal levels, cannabis-derived products are at a regulatory and legal crossroads. In this episode Scott…
LitigiousEp. 011 - Criminal Law behind the curtain: A conversation with Kevin O'Brien, Esq.
How do you find a good criminal lawyer? Should you blow into a breathalyzer? Should you talk to the police? Should a criminal defendant testify at trial? What…
LitigiousEp. 010 - Week in Review
Giovanna and Scott are back discussing legal issues in the news this week. Among them: a $10million jury verdict in a reverse race discrimination lawsuit in…
LitigiousEp. 009 - Legal Potpurri: Alex Jones, Tesla Verdict, Texas law and more...
In this week's episode Scott and Giovanna discuss legal news of the week, including the "Misleading Headline of the Week" regarding the Alex Jones case, as…
LitigiousEpisode 008 - Vaccines in the workplace
Vaccine mandates are here. In this episode Giovanna and Scott discuss the legal implications of vaccines in the workplace, and the rights of those employees…
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Ep. 007: The world of adoption - A conversation with Mary Walsh Snyder
The legal profession is broad. There are many options for attorneys when they graduate law school, from practicing law to working in a number of different…
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Ep. 006: High profile cases, media coverage and the justice system - A Conversation with Paul DerOhannesian
Legal stories tend to dominate the news. This is particularly true in recent weeks with the trial and conviction of Derek Chauvin. In some cases the headlines…
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Ep. 005: Week in review: Another shooting, Sidney Powell and Deshaun Watson
In this weekly review episode, Giovanna and Scott discuss the most recent shooting in Minnesota, and consider a question about the alleged confusion between a…
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Ep. 004: The Workplace During COVID
With very few exceptions, most of us are either employees or employers. Whether we own a small business, work for one, or work for a large company, we fall…
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Ep. 003: Vaccines, recreational marijuana at work and more...
In this episode Giovanna and Scott discuss the implications of wide spread vaccines in the workplace, and the rights of employers to require vaccination. We…
LitigiousEp. 002: Straight Talk about the food that we eat - A conversation with Eric Lovenduski of Slate River Farms
In the legal profession words matter. Cases and legacies are often decided based upon the meaning of words. Attorneys like precision when it comes to language…
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Ep. 001: Allegations at the State Capitol
On this episode Giovanna and Scott discuss the flurry of sexual harassment allegations against Governor Cuomo, what those allegations mean, and whether the…