Live Trials with Emily D. Baker

LIVE COURT | Karen Read Civil cases back in court for discovery fights.
This episode exposes the chaotic discovery battles in the Karen Read civil cases, the legal implications of a massive Canvas data breach affecting 275 million users, and the procedural delays in Brendan Banfield's murder sentencing.

LIVE | It Ends with Settlement and Sarah Boone Appeals
This episode provides critical updates on the Banfield sentencing, the 'It Ends With Us' settlement, and the unique background of the Sarah Boone appeal, highlighting strategic legal maneuvers and the host's approach to sensitive case coverage.

Taylor Frankie Paul Not Charged. What Happens now? Plus TikTok Psychic keeps objecting.
Legal analyst Emily D. Baker breaks down the surprising decision not to charge Taylor Frankie Paul in a domestic violence case and dissects the 'TikTok Psychic's' continued, unfounded appeals against a $10 million defamation judgment, highlighting critical issues in media reporting and civil litigation.

Kouri Richins wants a new sentencing date. Karen Read Federal Case, Proctor's wild request.
Kouri Richins' defense seeks to delay her sentencing, while Karen Reed's legal team battles to expand access to Trooper Proctor's extensive phone data, hinting at a new lawsuit against state police.

LIVE | Kouri Richins Legal Troubles Grow. Slayer Statute, Sanctions, New Lawyer?
Kouri Richins faces a cascade of civil lawsuits, mounting attorney's fees, and the withdrawal of her legal counsel across multiple cases, further complicating the financial future of Eric Richins' children.

The Afroman Trial - Part 2 - Witnesses, Closing Arguments, Jury Instructions -- Verdict!
This episode dissects the chaotic Afroman defamation trial, highlighting the plaintiff's vague claims, the judge's highly unconventional courtroom management, and the defense's strategic use of First Amendment arguments, ultimately resulting in a unanimous verdict for Afroman.

Karen Read Civil Discovery Hearings & Wild New Proctor Problems
The Karen Read civil wrongful death lawsuit exposes severe discovery obstruction, including a 'lost' phone from former Trooper Michael Proctor and a contentious email privilege dispute, highlighting the contentious nature of civil litigation.

Michael McKee updates. Tik Tok Defamation Trial, Delayed? Ron Ron Ruling...
This episode dissects the bizarre legal battles of a TikTok psychic facing a defamation trial for falsely accusing a professor of murder and an attorney sanctioned for courtroom misconduct and evading service by using an office occupied by a magician.
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