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Expert analysis on legal issues and cases in the news. Host June Grasso speaks with prominent attorneys and scholars on the legal stories making news and shaping the world.
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Nov 14, 2024 • 40min
Trump to Roll Back Climate Gains & Laken Riley Murder Trial
Pat Parenteau, an environmental law expert and professor at Vermont Law & Graduate School, discusses how a second Trump administration could reshape U.S. environmental policies, particularly focusing on the rollback of climate regulations and the impact on energy strategies. Meanwhile, criminal defense attorney Lauren Johnson Norris dives into the complex murder trial of Jose Ibarra, shedding light on the legal intricacies and the trial's connection to immigration debates, highlighting community sentiments and the implications for women's safety.

Nov 13, 2024 • 38min
Obstacles to Trump's Mass Deportation Plan
Leon Fresco, an immigration law expert and partner at Holland & Knight, discusses the ambitious mass deportation plans presented during Trump's campaign. He delves into the immense legal and logistical challenges these policies face, from identifying deportable individuals to international acceptance of deportees. Greg Stohr, Bloomberg's Supreme Court reporter, shares insights on how the court could act as a check on Trump’s immigration strategies in a potential second term, highlighting the historical context of enforcement and judicial influence.

Nov 11, 2024 • 33min
Trump Jeopardizes Union Gains & SCOTUS Flips
Kate Andrias, a labor law expert from Columbia Law School, highlights the threats a second Trump administration poses to recent labor gains. Harold Krent, from Chicago-Kent College of Law, discusses potential shifts in Supreme Court cases, particularly regarding regulations on healthcare for transgender minors and ghost guns. They explore how political leadership affects union rights, the legal landscape of labor relations, and the complexities surrounding executive influence on judicial proceedings.

Nov 8, 2024 • 37min
Weekend Law: Trump and SCOTUS, Facebook Suit & Abortion Access
Join securities law expert James Park, a UCLA professor, as he delves into the multibillion-dollar lawsuit facing Meta over securities fraud connected to data breaches. Constitutional law expert David Super from Georgetown illuminates the potential shake-ups at the Supreme Court should Trump secure a second term, including major implications for future appointments. Health care attorney Harry Nelson discusses the recent ballot measures affecting abortion access in several states, reflecting on the evolving landscape of reproductive rights.

Nov 8, 2024 • 33min
Trump's Impact on SCOTUS & Facebook Arguments
David Super, a Constitutional law expert and Georgetown Law professor, shares insights on the potential changes to the Supreme Court under a second Trump term, focusing on the implications of judicial appointments and justices' retirements. James Park, a securities law expert from UCLA, delves into the complexities of a Facebook lawsuit stemming from the Cambridge Analytica scandal, discussing the challenges of corporate disclosures and the legal ramifications for investors. Both guests offer a deep dive into the evolving legal landscape.

Nov 6, 2024 • 38min
Abortion Rights Votes & Trump Judiciary Tactics
Harry Nelson, a healthcare law expert, dives into the impact of recent abortion rights ballot measures, revealing a surprising 70% approval rate even in conservative regions. Elizabeth Burch, a mass torts professor, discusses Johnson & Johnson's tumultuous $8.2 billion talc settlement strategy and its implications for plaintiffs. Carl Tobias, a legal scholar, analyzes the potential repercussions of Donald Trump's judicial appointments on the future of the federal courts, particularly regarding abortion rights and overall legal landscape reform.

Nov 5, 2024 • 34min
DA Can't Stop Musk Giveaway & Fired Prosecutors Run for Election
Greg Stohr, Bloomberg Supreme Court reporter, delves into the justices’ review of Louisiana's congressional map, potentially reshaping 2024 elections. Chris Dolmetsch discusses a Philadelphia D.A.’s struggle against Elon Musk’s $1 million voter giveaway, stirring debate on lotteries. Alex Ebert covers the political battle of former Florida prosecutors seeking reelection after being fired, while Joe Whitley examines the complexities of a Wisconsin Bell fraud case under the False Claims Act.

Nov 1, 2024 • 35min
Weekend Law: Election Cases, Musk Sweepstakes & SBF Cooperator
Richard Brofalt, a Columbia Law School professor, discusses a Supreme Court case on voter purges and their implications for voter rights. Douglas Spencer, from the University of Colorado, examines the legality of Elon Musk's $1 million voter sweepstakes amid potential legal violations. Chris Dolmesh updates on the lawsuit's movements through courts. Ava Benny Morrison covers the sentencing of Nishad Singh from FTX, exploring the dynamics of cooperation in legal trials and contrasting his outcome with other executives facing harsher repercussions.

Nov 1, 2024 • 34min
SBF Cooperator Gets No Prison & New Crypto Strategy
Ava Benny-Morrison, a Bloomberg legal reporter, reveals how Gary Wong, the first FTX cooperator, managed to avoid prison. UCLA professor James Park discusses the crypto industry’s unique strategies to challenge the SEC, focusing on venue choices in Texas. Cybersecurity expert Dr. Ilia Kolochenko analyzes Delta Airlines' lawsuit against CrowdStrike over severe operational disruptions, raising questions about accountability in tech failures. The conversation highlights critical developments in crypto law and cybersecurity that could shape future legal landscapes.

Oct 31, 2024 • 38min
Supreme Court Steps Into 2024 Election & Culture Wars
Richard Briffault, a Columbia Law School professor, dives into the Supreme Court's ruling that allows Virginia to purge its voter rolls, highlighting its political implications. Todd Haugh, from Indiana University, examines a Texas judge's unexpected focus on diversity in the Boeing case, shining light on corporate accountability. Alex Ebert, Bloomberg Law's senior correspondent, reveals the unique characteristics of New Jersey's Supreme Court, discussing its political dynamics and the influence of dark money on judicial elections.


