The Bravo Docket

Legal Briefs are short-form episodes of our investigation into a legal topic. This week's covers what happens with the house Tom and Ariana jointly own following the end of their relationship? Access our Patreon, Instagram, Website, YouTube, and more here: https://linktr.ee/thebravodocket The Bravo Docket podcast, the statements we make whether in our own media or elsewhere, and any content we post are for entertainment purposes only and do not provide legal advice. Any party consuming our information should consult a lawyer for legal advice. The podcast, our opinions, and our posts, are our own and are not associated with our employers, Bravo TV, or any other television network. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/thebravodocket. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode Cesie's trial has restarted so John and I discuss some of the events surrounding the Georgia RICO case being brought against Young Thug, AKA Jefferey Lamar Williams. I have a LOT of strong opinions about rap lyrics being used as evidence in a criminal case (spoiler alert - I'm against it) and we discuss the difficulties the court and parties have had in trying to select a jury for this high profile case, i.e. potential jurors being held in contempt for a variety of things including calling the judge "a bitch" in open court and failing to show up for jury duty. I also explain to John that our First Amendment guarantee of freedom of speech doesn't mean that you can just say whatever you want at any time during court proceedings. This is just the beginning of this case (a jury hasn't even been selected yet) and the trial is expected to last almost a year when and if it starts - so let us know your questions as it goes. (This was supposed to be a mini-episode so we didn't even get to some of the other incidents such as an attorney using the word "cap" when speaking to the Judge and alleged drug possession by another attorney, but we will cover more as the case continues.) Here's a link to the book I mentioned: https://thenewpress.com/books/rap-on-trial Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/thebravodocket. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In 1999, Real Housewives of New Jersey cast member Margaret Josephs started her brand, the Macbeth Collection, which was then "known for eye popping color, bold prints and whimsical detailing." [1] Her brand expanded as she licensed her designs for ready-to-wear, bags, accessories, beauty, home, tech accessories and luggage and travel. However, with her licensing deals came business and legal headaches, including the lawsuit established, preppy brand Vineyard Vines filed against the Macbeth Collection for using a design of a cartoon whale on various Macbeth Collection and Macbeth collection licensed products. While Marge was trying to stay afloat and defend herself against Vineyard Vines, she got into the dog house when she backed out of a licensing deal for pet accessories. But were these various licensees working together to give Marge grief? Join us as we break down each of the lawsuits and share some business advice Marge has bestowed upon her fans directly from her book (check out our Amazon storefront to purchase it https://www.amazon.com/shop/thebravodocket). It's a great example of how quickly things can go wrong when a brand quickly grows. Access our Patreon, Instagram, Website, YouTube, and more here: https://linktr.ee/thebravodocket. The Bravo Docket podcast, the statements we make whether in our own media or elsewhere, and any content we post are for entertainment purposes only and do not provide legal advice. Any party consuming our information should consult a lawyer for legal advice. The podcast, our opinions, and our posts, are our own and are not associated with our employers, Bravo TV, or any other television network. [1] https://www.macbethcollection.com/about-1 Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/thebravodocket. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this Legal Brief we discuss personal injury claims in general and the specifics of the lawsuit Crystal Kung Minkoff of the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills was recently named in. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/thebravodocket. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this legal brief you will learn all about the defamation lawsuit that Michael Darby filed against Candiace Dilllard Bassett. (Warning, this episode does contain adult language about alleged sexual acts.) We read the complaint, discuss what Michael Darby would have to prove, and give our opinions about the lawsuit, and the claimed damages. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/thebravodocket. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This legal brief is a bite-sized episode on updates regarding Jen Shah's restitution. Legal briefs are mini-eps on the things we want to update you on that can't take up an entire episode. Plus it provides you with more content! Let us know your thoughts on the legal briefs at our email: thebravodocket@gmail.comAccess our Patreon, Instagram, Website, YouTube, and more here: https://linktr.ee/thebravodocket The Bravo Docket podcast, the statements we make whether in our own media or elsewhere, and any content we post are for entertainment purposes only and do not provide legal advice. Any party consuming our information should consult a lawyer for legal advice. The podcast, our opinions, and our posts, are our own and are not associated with our employers, Bravo TV, or any other television network. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/thebravodocket. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're taking a dive into the trial that took everyone's attention the past two-weeks, the Gwyneth Paltrow trial! It was a basic personal injury lawsuit turned spectacle as Ms. Paltrow waltzed into the courtroom wearing chic aviators and a $250 journal and questions of the parties' heights and statures dominated their examinations. So what was the case about? What were our thoughts on the examinations? What was the outcome? Why was Taylor Swift mentioned? We answer this and more in the episode!Thank you for your questions from Patreon and Instagram. Access our Patreon, Instagram, Website, YouTube, and more here: https://linktr.ee/thebravodocket The Bravo Docket podcast, the statements we make whether in our own media or elsewhere, and any content we post are for entertainment purposes only and do not provide legal advice. Any party consuming our information should consult a lawyer for legal advice. The podcast, our opinions, and our posts, are our own and are not associated with our employers, Bravo TV, or any other television network. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/thebravodocket. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the first of our Legal Brief episodes. Legal Briefs are bite-sized versions of our regular episodes that cover one topic, one pleading, or your questions. Certain tiers of our patrons get early access to our Legal Brief episodes. Click the link in this episode description to become a patron. This episode discusses the temporary restraining order Raquel was granted against Scheana and her recent, alleged effort to withdraw it before the reunion. Access our Patreon, Instagram, Website, YouTube, and more here: https://linktr.ee/thebravodocket The Bravo Docket podcast, the statements we make whether in our own media or elsewhere, and any content we post are for entertainment purposes only and do not provide legal advice. Any party consuming our information should consult a lawyer for legal advice. The podcast, our opinions, and our posts, are our own and are not associated with our employers, Bravo TV, or any other television network. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/thebravodocket. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this second part of our episode on the Gorga lawsuits, we finish covering the lawsuits they have faced and answer the questions YOU submitted to us on Patreon and Instagram. We have heard everyone's request to release more content and we will be releasing short form "minisodes" to supplement our long-form episodes. Appellate and Supreme Court Patreon tiers will get access to the episodes before everyone else. Access our Patreon, Instagram, Website, YouTube, and more here: https://linktr.ee/thebravodocket The Bravo Docket podcast, the statements we make whether in our own media or elsewhere, and any content we post are for entertainment purposes only and do not provide legal advice. Any party consuming our information should consult a lawyer for legal advice. The podcast, our opinions, and our posts, are our own and are not associated with our employers, Bravo TV, or any other television network. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/thebravodocket. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's THE reality tv scandal of the year, it's all we can talk about, it's everything everywhere all at once - it's THE SCANDOVAL and we're here to discuss the legal issues involved. Who knew there would be so much law involved? First, we cover the issues surrounding the home Ariana and Tom jointly own and how the loan Tom acquired can affect Ariana. We then dive into the business deal Greg has with the Toms and what he could have done...and maybe should have done... to protect his business. We discuss if Lala got it right, did Raquel's "Mickey Mouse lawyer" mess up by not sending it to Darrell? Next we cover the law around the purported cease and desist letter Raquel sent her castmates and finally we discuss everything there is to know about the temporary restraining order Raquel was granted against Scheana.Access our Patreon, Instagram, Website, YouTube, and more here: https://linktr.ee/thebravodocket The Bravo Docket podcast, the statements we make whether in our own media or elsewhere, and any content we post are for entertainment purposes only and do not provide legal advice. Any party consuming our information should consult a lawyer for legal advice. The podcast, our opinions, and our posts, are our own and are not associated with our employers, Bravo TV, or any other television network. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/thebravodocket. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Part 1 of this episode we address your biggest question: Did Joe Gorga lose is parent's house? We dive into the property records, the legal pleadings, and even Melissa's old bravo blogs for answers. We also discuss the three years of litigation involving a fight with Joe Gorga and the Lauritas on one side (featuring Jacqueline Laurita allegedly attacking with a stiletto heel) and Johnny "The Greek" Karagiorgis on the other side, and then we move onto the multi-million dollar federal lawsuit filed by Melissa Gorga's former Envy business partner Jackie Beard Robinson. Next episode we will do our best to answer all of your questions and go over several other lawsuits, including those involving Joe's construction business and his new house.Be sure to become a patron on Patreon or DM us on Instagram to have your question about the Gorgas featured in our next episode.Access our Patreon, Instagram, Website, YouTube, and more here: https://linktr.ee/thebravodocketThe Bravo Docket podcast, the statements we make whether in our own media or elsewhere, and any content we post are for entertainment purposes only and do not provide legal advice. Any party consuming our information should consult a lawyer for legal advice. The podcast, our opinions, and our posts, are our own and are not associated with our employers, Bravo TV, or any other television network. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/thebravodocket. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're tackling one of your most requested topics, the Manzos. The Manzo family mysteries all began with the gruesome murder of Albert Manzo's father in the 80s which was alleged to be at the hand of those in the mafia. Now, thirty years later, the Manzos cannot escape criminal allegations after Tommy Manzo, Dina's ex-husband, was charged in two separate crimes involving attacks on Dina and her new husband. Join us as we discuss the family's history and the criminal allegations. Access our Patreon, Instagram, Website, YouTube, and more here: https://linktr.ee/thebravodocketThe Bravo Docket podcast, the statements we make whether in our own media or elsewhere, and any content we post are for entertainment purposes only and do not provide legal advice. Any party consuming our information should consult a lawyer for legal advice. The podcast, our opinions, and our posts, are our own and are not associated with our employers, Bravo TV, or any other television network. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/thebravodocket. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode Cesie is still in trial so John and I discuss the Hochstein divorce and read some interesting excerpts from the multitude of pleadings filed in the case. We go over the prenup, Lenny's motion to kick Lisa out of their Star Island home, Lenny's motion to enforce the prenup, Lisa's requests for monetary support, the arguments over who gets to drive which Rolls Royce, Lenny's financial disclosure at the time of the prenup and in the current divorce proceedings, the restraining order Lenny's new girlfriend filed against Lisa, Lenny's motion to bifurcate the proceedings, and the somewhat murky laws about when you can and can not get into your spouse's computer or phone. John and I also provide relationship advice (that no one asked for and that your are free to ignore) and at the end of the episode, John asks me a bunch of questions (that he did not tell me about in advance) about the criminal charges against Alec Baldwin, which I attempt to answer with varying degrees of accuracy and success. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/thebravodocket. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this last and final installment of our coverage on Jen Shah's sentencing, we are discussing her 78-month sentence including what was considered in arriving at that sentence, the purpose of sentencing, and what happens next for her. We also answer YOUR top questions.Part I discussed what the scheme was and compares Jen's arguments to a co-defendants'Part II (A and B) discussed the parties' sentencing memorandumsThis is Part IIIAccess our Patreon, Instagram, Website, YouTube, and more here: https://linktr.ee/thebravodocket The Bravo Docket podcast, the statements we make whether in our own media or elsewhere, and any content we post are for entertainment purposes only and do not provide legal advice. Any party consuming our information should consult a lawyer for legal advice. The podcast, our opinions, and our posts, are our own and are not associated with our employers, Bravo TV, or any other television network. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/thebravodocket. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is the second part in our three-part series on the Real Housewives of Salt Lake City star, Jen Shah, and focuses directly on the prosecution's arguments on why she should receive a sentence of 120-months. As you will hear, the government provides a timeline of Jen's involvement in the scheme, discusses the full scope of her involvement, and supports their arguments with text message exhibits. Listen to the Jen Shah's arguments in the episode also released today! Consider this Part II B.Part I discussed what the scheme was and compares Jen's arguments to a co-defendants'This Is Part II BPart III will discuss the sentence Jen Shah receives and what happens nextAccess our Patreon, Instagram, Website, YouTube, and more here: https://linktr.ee/thebravodocket The Bravo Docket podcast, the statements we make whether in our own media or elsewhere, and any content we post are for entertainment purposes only and do not provide legal advice. Any party consuming our information should consult a lawyer for legal advice. The podcast, our opinions, and our posts, are our own and are not associated with our employers, Bravo TV, or any other television network. www.thebravodocket.comBecome a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/thebravodocket. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/thebravodocket. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is the second part in our three-part series on the Real Housewives of Salt Lake City star, Jen Shah, and focuses directly on her arguments on why she should receive a sentence of 36-months. As you will hear, her counsel tries to paint a full picture of who Jen Shah is as a person, how she ended up in the fraud, and the remorse she feels. Listen to the prosecution's arguments in the episode also released today! Consider this Part II A and the next Part II B. Part I discussed what the scheme was and compares Jen's arguments to a co-defendants'This Is Part II APart III will discuss the sentence Jen Shah receives and what happens nextAccess our Patreon, Instagram, Website, YouTube, and more here: https://linktr.ee/thebravodocket The Bravo Docket podcast, the statements we make whether in our own media or elsewhere, and any content we post are for entertainment purposes only and do not provide legal advice. Any party consuming our information should consult a lawyer for legal advice. The podcast, our opinions, and our posts, are our own and are not associated with our employers, Bravo TV, or any other television network. www.thebravodocket.comBecome a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/thebravodocket. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/thebravodocket. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jennifer Shah from the Real Housewives of Salt Lake City, is scheduled to be sentenced on January 6, 2023 after pleading guilty to one count of conspiracy to commit wire fraud for a telemarketing scheme that started in 2012. In this episode, we explain how the scheme began - with a predecessor entity the "Tax Club" founded by one of Jen's co-defendants, what Jen Shah's involvement was, what has happened between her arrest and now, and the sentences her co-defendants have received. Part II will discuss Jen Shah and the prosecution's sentencing memorandumsPart III will discuss the sentence Jen Shah receives and what happens nextThe audio clips in this episode are from Episode 680 of "Planet Money" titled, "Anatomy of a Scam" and can be listened to in full here: https://www.npr.org/transcripts/464859624Access our Patreon, Instagram, Website, YouTube, and more here: https://linktr.ee/thebravodocket The Bravo Docket podcast, the statements we make whether in our own media or elsewhere, and any content we post are for entertainment purposes only and do not provide legal advice. Any party consuming our information should consult a lawyer for legal advice. The podcast, our opinions, and our posts, are our own and are not associated with our employers, Bravo TV, or any other television network. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/thebravodocket. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the second part of our coverage on Todd and Julie Chrisley's sentencing, we discuss their defenses to support why they should receive reduced (or no - in Julie's case), jail time, what their sentences were, and what happens next for them and their family.We mentioned that we have curated some of our favorite products onto an Amazon storefront and it can be accessed here (we receive some commission from your purchase): https://tinyurl.com/TBD-Amazon-Store Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/thebravodocket. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Todd and Julie Chrisley were sentenced on November 22, 2022 after a jury found them guilty of many federal criminal charges including conspiracy to commit bank fraud, bank fraud, wire fraud, and conspiracy to commit tax evasion.The sentencing involved the government and Todd and Julie submitting memorandums outlining what sentences they believed they deserved based on the crimes committed, level of responsibility taken, prior crimes, and more. We discuss how sentences are calculated and what specific arguments, with evidence, the government made in its submission. This is a great precursor to Jen Shah's sentencing as the procedure will be the same.The second part of this episode will be out later this weekAccess our Patreon, Instagram, Website, YouTube, and more here: https://linktr.ee/thebravodocket The Bravo Docket podcast, the statements we make whether in our own media or elsewhere, and any content we post are for entertainment purposes only and do not provide legal advice. Any party consuming our information should consult a lawyer for legal advice. The podcast, our opinions, and our posts, are our own and are not associated with our employers, Bravo TV, or any other television network. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/thebravodocket. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bethenny Frankel recently sent TikTok creators cease and desist letters in a move she claimed was to protect her brand, but really ended up turning into a PR nightmare. But what exactly were these content creators saying and did it legally warrant such measures? At the same time, Bethenny also filed a lawsuit against TikTok claiming that the platform was financially benefitting from infringing on her right of publicity by using her voice and likeness. We do a deep dive into that providing some other case law examples, like the recent lawsuit Cardi B won involving the same claims.Access our Patreon, Instagram, Website, YouTube, and more here: https://linktr.ee/thebravodocket The Bravo Docket podcast, the statements we make whether in our own media or elsewhere, and any content we post are for entertainment purposes only and do not provide legal advice. Any party consuming our information should consult a lawyer for legal advice. The podcast, our opinions, and our posts, are our own and are not associated with our employers, Bravo TV, or any other television network. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/thebravodocket. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.