Is This Legal?
153 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 days ago - ★★★★★ - 65 ratingsSome dynamic duos solve crime, some commit crime, and some just like to talk about it. Get comfortable and let premier Denver criminal defense attorneys Russell Hebets and Colin McCallin break down legal issues for you in a lighthearted, easy-to-follow style. Whether you're looking for advice that might help you out of a jam, or you're interested in legal current events from around the country, or you just want to sound smart at a party, the guys at Is This Legal? have you covered.Credit to Jason Tohtz for his stellar sound engineering and epic original podcast compositions.
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Ep. 119 Alleged Gilgo Beach Killer Rex Heuermann's Blueprint for Murder
June 21, 2024 19:00 - 43 minutes - 30 MBColin and Russ are back with a new episode, picking up where they left off from Episode 99 about accused serial killer Rex Heuermann. Mr. Heuermann is charged with 2 more murders, and Colin and Russ discuss the damning documents that were discovered on his computer by law enforcement. As always, the attorneys present a new Is This Legal and a Japanese DCOTW. Check it out!
Ep. 118 Guns and Crack Cocaine: Is Hunter Biden Guilty?
June 07, 2024 18:00 - 56 minutes - 38.6 MBColin and Russ examine the trial of Hunter Biden that is currently underway in Delaware. Did he illegally purchase a firearm while addicted to drugs? That is the question for the jury at the end of the trial. Colin and Russ discuss the charges and evidence that the prosecution is presenting, as well as potential defenses that Mr. Biden has related to his charges. Plus, a new Is This Legal and a very funny DCOTW. Check it out!
Ep. 117 Kouri Richins: Did She Kill Her Husband and Write a Children's Book About It?
May 23, 2024 18:00 - 50 minutes - 34.9 MBColin and Russ take our listeners to Utah as they discuss the murder charges facing Kouri Richins, a 34 year old mom of 3 boys who is accused of fatally poisoning her husband, Eric, with fentanyl. They go over the prosecution's evidence, possible defenses, and weird facts surrounding this case. Plus, an Is This Legal, and a new DCOTW! Take a listen!!
Ep. 116 Suzanne Morphew's Autopsy Puts Spotlight Back on Husband
May 01, 2024 19:00 - 48 minutes - 33.2 MBColin and Russ discuss the bombshell autopsy report that sheds more light on the homicide of Suzanne Morphew. What did the coroner find in Suzanne's system? Can Barry be charged again? Is there enough evidence? Who will prosecute the case? Do Colin and Russ think he will be arrested? All of these questions are addressed in this episode, along with a new Is This Legal and DCOTW. Listen here!
Ep. 115 The Murder Trial of Karen Read
April 25, 2024 19:00 - 59 minutes - 40.6 MBColin and Russ dive into a listener-inspired case (thanks Jay!) involving Karen Read, a Massachusetts woman who is accused of killing her boyfriend, Boston Police officer, John O'Keefe. The allegations are that she ran him over with her SUV after a night of drinking. Her defense is that not only is she innocent, but she is being framed by a large conspiracy of law enforcement personnel to cover up what really happened. Wild, wild case. The trial just started with jury selection this week...
Ep.114 Crumbleys Sentenced, Gilbert Goons Update
April 11, 2024 17:00 - 42 minutes - 29 MBColin and Russ have a final discussion on Jennifer and James Crumbley, who were both sentenced to prison after their convictions for Involuntary Manslaughter. The convictions entered due to their failures as parents to prevent their son, Ethan, from killing four students in his school. Colin and Russ also discuss new developments in the Preston Lord homicide case in suburban Phoenix, and more on the so-called Gilbert Goons. As always, the fellas play Is This Legal and enjoy a laugh with a...
Ep. 113 The Gilbert Goons and the Killing of Preston Lord
April 04, 2024 17:00 - 52 minutes - 35.9 MBColin and Russ discuss the death of Preston Lord, a 15 year old boy who was allegedly murdered by at least 7 young men in late October of 2023. The perpetrators may have been associated with the Gilbert Goons, a gang of teenagers who have been linked to several violent assaults in the last 18 months in the Phoenix suburbs. After a 5 month investigation, charges have been filed against several young men in Lord's killing. Colin and Russ break it all down here and discuss what happened an...
Ep. 112 'Rust' Shooting: Hannah Gutierrez-Reed on Trial, What's Next for Alec Baldwin?
March 06, 2024 22:00 - 45 minutes - 31.1 MBColin and Russ pick up where they left off in episodes 88 and 95 to continue discussing the accidental shooting and killing of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins that occurred on the set of the movie 'Rust" in October of 2021. Hannah Gutierrez-Reed is currently on trial for involuntary manslaughter for causing Hutchin's death because she was the armorer in charge of the weapons on set. The attorneys also discuss what is next for Alec Baldwin, who has been re-charged with Involuntary Manslaug...
Ep. 111 Crumbley Trial Pt. 2, Why Jennifer Crumbley Was Convicted
February 17, 2024 18:00 - 43 minutes - 30.1 MBColin and Russ pick up where they left off in Episode 110 to discuss the guilty verdicts and convictions for Involuntary Manslaughter that came down for Jennifer Crumbley, the mother of mass murderer Ethan Crumbley. They also discuss the happy story of Robert Duboise, who was just exonerated of crimes for which he wrongfully spent 37 years in prison. Plus, a new Is This Legal, and a DCOTW. Check it out!
Ep. 110 The Trial of Jennifer Crumbley- Can the Mom of a Mass Shooter Be Criminally Responsible?
February 02, 2024 20:00 - 53 minutes - 36.8 MBColin and Russ examine the current trial of Jennifer Crumbley, the mother of Ethan Crumbley, who killed 4 of his classmates in a school mass shooting when he was 15 years old in 2021. Jennifer is charged with Involuntary Manslaughter, and prosecutors allege that she should have done more to prevent this tragedy. Will the charges stick? What defenses does she have? Is this an overreach by the prosecutor? Colin and Russ have the answers! We also have a new Is This Legal and a new DCOTW. ...
Ep. 109 Can You Shoot a Trespasser? The Trial of Kevin Monahan
January 11, 2024 23:00 - 53 minutes - 37 MBColin and Russ discuss the trial of Kevin Monahan, who is accused of murdering a lost trespasser named Kaylin Gillis in her car who mistakenly turned into his driveway. The trial started this week, and the fellas talk about the case, possible defenses and stand your ground laws. Colin and Russ also discuss the charges facing Kansas City man Andrew Lester, who is charged in a similar case. We also have a new Is This Legal, and a fresh DCOTW. Check it out!
Ep. 108 Bodies Stacking, Burials Lacking! The Bizarre Story of a Colorado Funeral Home
December 08, 2023 21:00 - 41 minutes - 28.2 MBColin and Russ are back to discuss the charges facing Jon and Carie Hallford, who abandoned the Return to Nature funeral home in Colorado that was improperly storing 189 corpses. In addition to the improper storage, they are accused of taking money for cremations they didn't actually perform. They face hundreds of criminal charges, and Colin and Russ break it down. Also, a new Is This Legal, and DCOTW!
Ep. 107 Love Triangle Turns Deadly Pt. 2, Kaitlin Armstrong Guilty
November 16, 2023 22:00 - 52 minutes - 35.7 MBColin and Russ continue discussing the completed trial of Kaitlin Armstrong, who was just convicted of murdering Mo Wilson in Austin, TX in 2022. Colin and Russ discuss the defense strategies in more depth and discuss other facts that came out during the trial. Plus, a new Is This Legal and a DCOTW. Check it out!
Ep. 106 Love Triangle Turns Deadly- Kaitlin Armstrong on Trial for the Murder of Moriah Wilson
November 02, 2023 22:00 - 52 minutes - 35.9 MBColin and Russ take our listeners to Austin, TX, where former yoga instructor Kaitlin Armstrong is being tried for the 2022 murder of professional cyclist Moriah Wilson. Prosecutors say that Armstrong murdered Wilson because she was jealous of the relationship that Wilson had with Armstrong's boyfriend, pro cyclist Colin Strickland. Opening statements just happened this week, and Colin and Russ break down the evidence, talk about prosecution and defense strategies, and of course, make cas...
Ep. 105 Yes, George Santos Really Is That Dumb!
October 16, 2023 22:00 - 46 minutes - 32 MBColin and Russ continue where they left off in Ep. 96 to further discuss the legal woes of Rep. George Santos after he was charged with 10 new federal crimes in addition to the 13 he was initially charged with earlier this spring. We break down the allegations and discuss his treasurer, Nancy Marks, who just pleaded guilty to charges related to Santos and is awaiting sentencing. Plus, a new, listener-inspired Is This Legal and a fresh #DCOTW!
Ep. 104 Murder WITH a Body- Suzanne Morphew's Body Found!
October 06, 2023 21:00 - 51 minutes - 35.5 MBColin and Russ pick up where they left Episodes 61 and 74 in their discussion of the disappearance of Suzanne Morphew. After 3.5 years, her body was found on Sept. 22, 2023. Her husband, Barry Morphew, was previously charged with her murder, but that case was dismissed by the district attorney over a year ago. What does the discovery of the body mean? Who will prosecute any case arising from the discovery of the body? Will embattled DA Linda Stanley get this case back, or will a new DA...
Ep. 103 Is Alex Murdaugh Getting a New Trial?
September 14, 2023 21:00 - 56 minutes - 39 MBColin and Russ revisit the Alex Murdaugh case. Murdaugh was convicted of murdering his wife and son in March of 2023 after a six week trial. However, his attorneys have filed a motion seeking a new trial due to alleged misconduct on the part of Court Clerk Becky Hill, whom they allege made inappropriate statements to jurors that may have pressured them to convict Murdaugh. How bad is this conduct? Will Murdaugh get a new trial? Will Ms. Hill face criminal charges? All these questions w...
Ep. 102 A Wolf In Chiefs Clothing
September 01, 2023 22:00 - 42 minutes - 29.3 MBIt's almost football season, and Russ and Colin decide to tackle the case of the Chiefsaholic, aka Xaviar Babudar, a Kansas City Chiefs superfan, and alleged interstate bank robber. He's accuse of stealing large amounts of cash in a series of robberies from April- December 2022 and used the proceeds to attend football games and place heavy bets. Colin and Russ break down the tape to determine what's next for Mr. Babudar in the wake of his state and federal charges. Plus a new Is This Lega...
Ep. 101 Blindsided! Michael Oher and Touhy Family Adoption Bruhaha
August 17, 2023 21:00 - 51 minutes - 35.2 MBColin and Russ wade into the public dispute playing out between former NFL offensive lineman Michael Oher and the Touhy family, who were the subject of a 2009 blockbuster movie called The Blind Side. Michael claims that the movie did not accurately portray what really happened with the Touhy's, because he was never adopted by them. He has filed a petition to end a conservatorship by which the Touhy family have been controlling his financial affairs. The Touhy family has also responded to ...
Ep. 100! Trump's Indictments and the Is This Legal Origin Story
August 02, 2023 18:00 - 55 minutes - 38 MBColin and Russ bring you the 100th episode of Is This Legal! They break down the newest indictments against Donald Trump from the approach of criminal defense attorneys. How will the prosecution prove their case? Are other co-conspirators in joepardy? What defenses does Trump have available to him? Will he get convicted? Plus, Russ and Colin wax nostalgic as they reflect upon 100 episodes of Is This Legal, and Colin reveals his favorite episode of all time. Check it out!
Ep. 99 The Gilgo Beach Killings, and How Law Enforcement Arrested Rex Heuermann
July 21, 2023 19:00 - 41 minutes - 28.8 MBColin and Russ get into the fascinating revelations behind the investigation of the Gilgo Beach murders, which focused around four women whose bodies were found in 2010 and 2011 in Long Island, NY. In July 2023, Rex Heuermann, a New York architect, was arrested and charged with 3 of the murders over a decade later. Colin and Russ walk through the years long investigation and discuss the tools that police and forensic analysts used to get their man.
Ep. 98 Does the Kansas Two Step Dance Over Your Constitutional Rights?
June 22, 2023 22:00 - 56 minutes - 38.8 MBColin and Russ break down the controversial Kansas Highway Patrol tactic colloquially known as the Kansas Two Step. What is it? Why do they do it? Is it legal? They bring on guest attorney and former Hebets & McCallin paralegal Pansy Watson who recounts her own experience with the Kansas Two Step. Plus a fresh Is This Legal, and as always, a new DCOTW. Check it out!
Ep. 97 Bryan Kohberger and the Moscow Idaho Murders Pt. 2, Grand Jury Indictment and New Revelations
May 25, 2023 18:00 - 48 minutes - 33.4 MBColin and Russ pick up where they left off from Ep. 87 as they discuss Bryan Kohberger, a man just charged by a grand jury in the murders of 4 college students in Moscow, Idaho. They discuss the prosecutor's unusual decision to have a grand jury charge the case as opposed to presenting evidence in a preliminary hearing. They also discuss updates to the evidence in the case, and make some predictions about what happens next. As always, a new game of Is This Legal and a new DCOTW. Listen h...
Ep. 96 Is George Santos Really That Dumb?
May 11, 2023 22:00 - 54 minutes - 37.3 MBColin and Russ discuss beleaguered U.S. Congressman George Santos, who has been charged with 13 federal crimes. They examine his election campaign, the lies he got caught telling, and they walk the listener through the entire indictment. Colin and Russ make predictions about Mr. Santos' future, and theorize why his defense attorney is keeping a bit more quiet than his client. Plus, a new game of Is This Legal and an international DCOTW. Check it out!
Ep. 95 Alec Baldwin Charges Dropped, Danny Masterson Retrial, Elizabeth Holmes Delays Jail, Linda Stanley Speaks
April 27, 2023 20:00 - 45 minutes - 31.3 MBColin and Russ catch up on current events in the law. They break down the dismissal of criminal charges for actor Alec Baldwin stemming from the accidental shooting of a production manager during filming for his movie "Rust." They also discuss Danny Masterson, who is being retried for sexual assault in Los Angeles. Other topics include disgraced Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes and more on DA Linda Stanley. Test your legal acumen with a game of Is This Legal, and an international DCOTW....
Ep. 94 More Prosecutorial Misconduct with DA Linda Stanley
April 13, 2023 14:00 - 59 minutes - 40.7 MBColin and Russ are back to discuss 11th Judicial District Attorney Linda Stanley in Colorado. She is the elected DA who handled Barry Morphew's case that ended up getting dismissed last year after several discovery violations. She is in the news again because another first degree murder charge just got dismissed in a case her office is prosecuting due to multiple discovery violations. In a scathing order, a judge highlighted at least 20 cases where Ms Stanley's office has not complied wi...
Ep. 93 Indictment of Donald Trump, Legal Fun with Gwyneth Paltrow
April 04, 2023 22:00 - 54 minutes - 37.6 MBColin and Russ discuss the historic indictment of former President Donald Trump, who faces criminal charges from the Manhattan District Attorney's Office. What is he charged with? How will the prosecution prove its case and what challenges do they face? What defenses does Trump have? Colin and Russ make early predictions of the outcome of the case. They also briefly discuss the ski trial and tribulations of Gwyneth Paltrow that wrapped up in Utah last week. Michael Roulier joins the s...
Ep. 92 Guns, Booze, and Shotgun Willies- the Ja Morant Story
March 16, 2023 17:00 - 49 minutes - 34.2 MBRuss and Colin discuss the investigations into NBA star Ja Morant after he live streamed himself in a Denver gentleman's club holding a gun during a team road trip. They discuss potential criminal charges, give a brief and hilarious history of the legendary Shotgun Willie's, and try to learn a lesson amidst the stupidity. Plus, Dr. Michael Guarnieri of the band Brother Down joins us to play Is This Legal, and as always a brand new #DCOTW. Listen here!
Ep. 91 Was It Smart For Alex Murdaugh to Testify?
March 03, 2023 00:00 - 41 minutes - 28.5 MBColin and Russ discuss the interesting choice of Alex Murdaugh to take the stand in his own defense in his murder trial. Was it worth the risk? What would have happened if he didn't take the stand? How did he do? Your two favorite lawyers break it all down. Check it out!
Ep. 90 Alex Murdaugh on Trial for Murder
February 16, 2023 18:00 - 44 minutes - 30.5 MBColin and Russ tackle the sensational allegations against prominent South Carolina attorney Alex Murdaugh, who is currently on trial for the murders of his wife and son. They also break down the multitude of other crimes Mr. Murdaugh is accused of committing, as well as the complicated legal timeline that led to where we are now. Plus, Dave Pulliam joins the show to play Is This Legal, and as always, a brand new Dumb Criminal of the Week. Check it out!
Ep. 89 Attempted Murder by Tesla?
February 02, 2023 18:00 - 41 minutes - 28.6 MBTesla has been in the news a lot lately, and Colin and Russ are here for all of it. They discuss the attempted murder charges facing Dharmesh Patel, a Bay Area doctor who drove his Tesla with his wife and two children off a cliff...and all survived! Plus, they also provide a case update on another Tesla case (we previously covered in Ep. 71) involving Kevin Riad, a limousine driver who is accused of manslaughter after his Tesla collided with another vehicle killing its two occupants, while...
Ep. 88 Brian Walshe Boston Murder, Alec Baldwin Charged, Kohberger Update
January 20, 2023 22:00 - 56 minutes - 38.5 MBIt's a true crime bonanza! Colin and Russ go over the shocking details involving the arrest of Brian Walshe, who is charged with murdering his wife Ana. Can prosecutors prove the case without a body? What hurdles will the defense have to overcome? Also, Colin and Russ discuss the involuntary manslaughter charges expected to be filed against Alec Baldwin for the accidental death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins. Does the prosecutor have a case, or is this political grandstanding? Pl...
Ep. 87 Bryan Kohberger and the Murders in Moscow, Idaho
January 06, 2023 21:00 - 55 minutes - 37.9 MBColin and Russ break down the arrest of murder suspect Bryan Kohberger, who is charged with murdering 4 college students near the University of Idaho. They discuss the contents of the arrest affidavit and parse out the details of the thorough investigation that ultimately led to Kohberger's arrest. They also talk about next steps for the case as well as potential defenses Kohberger may raise. Bonus- Denver Broncos super fan Lindsay Bebout from the Crush Podcast joins us to play Is This Le...
Ep. 86 Sam Bankman-Fried Arrested and Charged
December 16, 2022 16:00 - 50 minutes - 34.8 MBColin and Russ discuss the captivating case of Sam Bankman-Fried, the CEO of FTX, a cryptocurrency exchange service that collapsed sensationally a month ago due to alleged fraud and co-mingling of investor funds. They discuss his federal charges, civil lawsuits, and also talk about the potential culpability of his parents Joseph Bankman and Barbara Fried, who are both Stanford law professors. Plus, the guys play Is This Legal, and have a fresh DCOTW for your enjoyment! Happy Holidays!
Ep. 85 Elizabeth Holmes Going to Jail, Danny Masterson Mistrial and Oath Keepers Sedition
December 02, 2022 21:00 - 42 minutes - 29.4 MBColin and Russ break down the Elizabeth Holmes sentencing, and discuss whether her pending pregnancy had an effect on the sentence she received. Does a baby on board keep her out of the big house? They also discuss what might happen with Danny Masterson's case after his mistrial, as well as the high profile Oath Keepers trial. As always, Russ and Colin play a new game of Is This Legal and have a fresh DCOTW for your listening pleasure. Enjoy!
Ep. 84 Can You Get a DUI Without Driving?
November 11, 2022 19:00 - 48 minutes - 33 MBYour favorite legal duo are back with a special episode quizzing the listener on when you can and cannot get a DUI, even if you're not driving a car at the time! Also in this week's episode is an update on the trials covered in Episode 83, including Kevin Spacey, Harvey Weinstein, Paul Haggis, the Oathkeepers, and the Masterson trial. Stick around for another incredible Dumb Criminal of the Week!
Ep. 83 Legal Roundup! So Many Cases, So Little Time!
October 20, 2022 21:00 - 51 minutes - 35.7 MBRuss and Colin cover a multitude of #Metoo trials, the latest verdict in the Steele Dossier case, Alex Jones’s astronomical verdict, and even dip their toes into the secretive and mysterious world of Scientology. Joseph Roulier tests his legal chops in the latest Is This Legal scenario, and as always they bring the shenanigans of another criminal in the Dumb Criminal of the Week.
Ep. 82 Election Denier Tina Peters: Maligned Martyr or Future Felon?
September 01, 2022 21:00 - 54 minutes - 37.6 MBRuss and Colin give an update on the trials and tribulations of ex-Mesa County Clerk and Recorder Tina Peters, from her many civil lawsuits at the hand of Colorado Secretary of State Jenna Griswold, to her pending criminal trial exposing her to 10 felony convictions. Was she defending the Republic, or was she a simple felon? Does she has a leg to stand on, and will her ex-deputy clerk drop a dime on her at trial? All this and more along with more tomfoolery from Jebediah and Cornelius and a ...
Ep. 81 The Search of Mar-A-Lago: Will Trump Be Charged?
August 19, 2022 14:00 - 52 minutes - 35.9 MBColin and Russ spitball the FBI's search of Mar-A-Lago on Aug. 8. What did they search for, and eventually seize? On what authority did they act? What is a search warrant, and how are they executed? Does Trump face criminal liability? Colin and Russ answer all of these questions and more! Jebediah and Cornelius stop by for a brand new #IsThisLegal?, and as always, the boys discuss knucklehead awards for a fresh #DCOTW! Tune in!
Ep. 80 Brittney Griner's Russian Drug Case Explained
August 04, 2022 20:00 - 41 minutes - 28.7 MBWNBA star Brittney Griner was stopped on February 12th, 2022, with 0.7 g of hashish oil in her luggage. Colin and Russ explain her charges, her 9 year sentence, and the light at the end of the tunnel in the form of a potential prisoner swap with notorious Russian arms dealer Viktor Bout, the Russian "Merchant of Death." Stick around for a visit to the sunshine state for another Dumb Criminal of the Week.
Ep. 79 Is Marijuana Basically Legal In America?
July 21, 2022 17:00 - 50 minutes - 34.4 MBWhile public opinion on marijuana continues to shift, the US Congress has yet to catch up. Russ and Colin talk the latest developments in marijuana law in America including federal legislation, the categorization of marijuana as a controlled substance, banking laws, and where the county is headed. They answer the burning questions: What is the weed capital of America (Hint: it’s not California or Washington), serve up an episode of “Is This Legal?” with guest Dave Ferrante, and shame a dumb ...
Ep. 78 Abortion, Guns, Prayer and the Supreme Court
July 07, 2022 22:00 - 49 minutes - 34.3 MBThe most recent term of the newly appointed Supreme Court has come to an end, including the Trump additions of Neil Gorsuch, Brett Kavanaugh, and Amy Coney Barrett and boy did it end with a bang. Colin and Russ break down new cases overturning Roe v. Wade, extending gun rights, and expanding the right to pray on public school property. Why did they rule the way they did, what is an Originalist, and if you don't like the way the Supreme Court wind is blowing, what can you do about it? All thi...
Ep. 77 Deshaun Watson: Sexual Predator, or Just a Creep?
June 13, 2022 20:00 - 49 minutes - 33.7 MBAs the train wreck that is Deshaun Watson's trade to the Cleveland Ostriches, whoops, we mean Cleveland Browns, unfolds amid 2 dozen claims of sexual misconduct, Colin and Russ dive into all aspects of the case. What is his criminal liability? Do the Browns, or the Texans have anything to fear? Were teams really hiding their heads in the sand to land Watson as their starting QB, or is the case blown out of proportion? And last of all, are happy endings legal? Tune in for answers to all of th...
Ep. 76 Gun Laws In America Part 2
June 03, 2022 18:00 - 43 minutes - 29.6 MBJoin Russ and Colin as they follow up from Ep. 20 and discuss the current legal landscape of gun laws in the USA after the horrific shooting in Uvalde, TX. Can gun manufacturers be sued after a mass shooting? Are red flag laws working? Are there any cases before the Supreme Court on this? Listen to find out, and stay for the Dumb Criminal of the Week! Click here for full transcript.
Ep. 75 The Johnny Depp/Amber Heard Debacle
May 13, 2022 01:00 - 1 hour - 41.7 MBAs the circus, whoops, sorry, the defamation trial between Johnny Depp and Amber Heard unfolds, Russ and Colin take an episode to go over the salacious details, the legal nuances, and the likely winners, if any. What are the courtroom strategies being employed here? Does Amber Heard's countersuit have a chance to succeed? Does the judge regret not going to medical school? These questions will all be explored, along with a pair of Is This Legal? riddles and the exploits of this week's Dumb Cr...
Ep. 75 The Johnny Depp/Amber Heard Debacle
May 13, 2022 01:00 - 1 hour - 41.7 MBAs the circus, whoops, sorry, the defamation trial between Johnny Depp and Amber Heard unfolds, Russ and Colin take an episode to go over the salacious details, the legal nuances, and the likely winners, if any. What are the courtroom strategies being employed here? Does Amber Heard's countersuit have a chance to succeed? Does the judge regret not going to medical school? These questions will all be explored, along with a pair of Is This Legal? riddles and the exploits of this week's Dumb Cr...
Ep. 74 Shocking "Discovery!" Barry Morphew Case Part 2
April 28, 2022 19:00 - 56 minutes - 38.5 MBColin and Russ discuss the shocking events that led to the dismissal of murder charges against Barry Morphew, who was charged with murdering his wife, Suzanne Morphew, a woman who went missing in the summer of 2020. They cover the cavalcade of missteps by the DAs office, from failure to disclose alternative suspects to making up results of a dog-sniff that didn't happen! Follow up from Episode 61. Check it out! For the full transcript, click here.
Ep. 73 - Should a Nurse Go to Jail for Making a Mistake? The RaDonda Vaught Case
April 15, 2022 19:00 - 53 minutes - 36.8 MBIn this episode, Colin and Russ discuss the conviction of nurse RaDonda Vaught following the accidental death of a patient Vaught treated. The Vaught case has the healthcare world in a commotion and may have broad implications for the industry, especially for those considering careers in nursing. The topic of today's episode is brought to you by alert listener Kristin Larson, who is herself a nurse and aspiring lawyer. Listen in as Kristin gives her professional opinion on this tragedy and t...
Ep. 72 Will Putin Be Charged with War Crimes?
March 10, 2022 18:00 - 51 minutes - 35.5 MBColin and Russ discuss the Russian invasion of Ukraine, and whether or not Vladimir Putin can be investigated and charged with war crimes by the International Criminal Court. They are joined by Jeremy Cox for Is This Legal, and have a brand new #DCOTW!
Ep. 71 - The Riad Case and Self-Driving Car Crashes: Is Tesla at Fault?
February 12, 2022 20:00 - 43 minutes - 30.2 MBWith self-driving technology becoming more and more common, the inevitable re-drawing of legal lines has begun to figure out who's at fault, and to what extent, when self-driving cars crash. In this episode of the show, Colin and Russ tackle a recent case from California involving a Tesla driver, Kevin Riad, who faces felony charges for an accident resulting in multiple fatalities. Is Mr. Riad liable criminally? Is Tesla? Also features an "Is This Legal?" segment with a guest who must ponder...