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Jurors found former Theranos CEO Elizabeth Holmes guilty on 4 of the 11 counts against her while hanging on 3 of them. What does that mean, will she go to prison, and what will the defense say about the jurors speaking out?

After three and a half months, the jury has finally begun deliberating the fate of former Theranos CEO and founder Elizabeth Holmes. Will she be found guilty of the crimes for which she is accused? What happens if the jury can't all agree and what are the odds they will find Ms. Holmes guilty on one or more charges?

This week, Ethan and Amy talk about the how text messages between Sunny Balwani and Elizabeth Holmes, what that does to the “blame Balwani” defense, and an admission from Elizabeth Holmes on the stand, will it be enough to convict her?

Ghislaine Maxwell, Jeffrey Epstein’s close associate who is alleged to have procured underaged girls for illicit acts, is through the first week of her trial in New York.

This week, Ethan and Amy talk about the how the defense has successfully stopped discussion of “grooming” and at the same time violated a witnesses privacy. And why is Maureen Comey, daughter of former FBI director James Comey, the lead prosecutor in this case?

This week, Ethan and Amy talk about the how the prosecution looks to be doing as they rest their case-in-chief against Elizabeth Holmes in this criminal trial reflecting on Theranos.

What is the responsibility of the prosecution in convincing the jury of Elizabeth Holmes’ guilt?

Why would the defense risk putting Elizabeth Holmes on the stand?

Or was that one of their smartest moves, so far?

llinois resident Kyle Rittenhouse was on trial in Kenosha, Wisconsin for the shooting deaths of two people and the near death of a third, plus other charges. As of this posting, the jury is deliberating.

This episode asks:

• Why was this trial so short compared to the ongoing Elizabeth Holmes trial?
• What are the gun laws that allowed the defendant to walk around with an AR-15?
• What is the jury allowed to request and can they ask questions of witnesses?
• How does self-defense work?
• Did the defense team miss something?
• How do they determine intent?
• Can a defendant testify in spite of their attorney’s recommendation?
• And more questions from trial audio clips!

The prosecution’s case in chief against former Theranos CEO Elizabeth Holmes continued this week with additional witnesses. Former lab director Dr. Lynette Sawyer was one, there could be a complication based on her experience, listen to find out what!

While the Elizabeth Holmes Theranos criminal trial drags on, does one side benefit more than the other from how long this is taking? Also, Judge Davila made a legal ruling regarding a defense argument, did he side with Big Investors? Further, did Elizabeth Holmes make a fatal admission in the SEC case against Theranos? Finally, when does salesmanship and marketing cross into fraud?

This week in the Elizabeth Holmes (former CEO of Theranos) criminal trial, another juror was released from service because of inattentiveness. When does a juror cross the line into misconduct and how close are we to a mistrial?

Plus witnesses for the prosecution continued to take the stand including former Theranos project manager Daniel Edlin and former Pfizer scientist Dr. Shane Weber. One of the questions appears to have been a miscalculation by the prosecutors. Listen to find out what they did.

The jury selection is underway in the Glynn County, Georgia state trial against the three white suspects, Gregory McMichael, 67, his 35-year-old son, Travis McMichael, and their neighbor William Bryan, 52, for the murder of Ahmaud Arbery.

What are the charges, what about the Federal trial, and what will the prosecution and defense look for in a jury?

This week in the Elizabeth Holmes Theranos criminal trial, it appears the defense and jurors continue to make a point of her age. Does this indicate a defense?

New evidence possibly shows Sunny Balwani as the good guy, how will affect the defense?

Did Elizabeth Holmes cause her own problems by intentionally excluding attorneys from negotiations?

Finally it looks like the prosecution is gaining some ground.

We heard extensively from Dr. Adam Rosendorff, Steve Burd also took the stand, a former CEO of Safeway grocery stores. And what are we learning about the power dynamic between Elizabeth Holmes and her former business and romantic partner Sunny Balwani?

Plus discussions on hearsay, the text message that might change the outcome of the trial and this bombshell of a 9th Circuit decision.

The latest from the Elizabeth Holmes criminal trial, this week on the Law Junkie Show.

More than four weeks into the Elizabeth Holmes criminal trial in the US District Court, Northern District of California in San Jose, is the law more important than the science? With former Celgene scientist Victoria Sung and former Thernos lab director Adam Rosendorff testifying this question takes on new importance.

Plus, Elizabeth Holmes' baby has been absent from court, why is that?

And nobody has leaked audio or video, what would happen if they did?

The latest from the Elizabeth Holmes criminal trial, this week on the Law Junkie Show.

As the Elizabeth trial continues, what happens if someone sneaks in a camera? Will we hear from Sunny Balwani? And does General Mattis' attack on Elizabeth Holmes and Theranos hold more weight than other witnesses?

The latest from the Elizabeth Holmes criminal trial, this week on the Law Junkie Show.

Gabby Petito set out on a road trip with her fiancé on July 2, 2021. The 21 year-old nutritionist, blogger, and influencer with over 729k followers on Instagram, was found deceased in Wyoming, two weeks after she was last seen. Her fiancé, Brian Laundrie, returned home September 1st without Gabby, and hasn't uttered a word to anyone regarding what might have happened.

#GabbyPetito

During the first full week of the delayed criminal trial, the prosecution called former Theranos controller Denise Yam and laboratory whistleblower Erica Cheung. Plus, the defense has some bombshell witnesses coming up on their list.

Also, a juror was released, hear why her story is so important.

The long awaited trial of former Theranos CEO Elizabeth Holmes finally kicked off. The prosecution and defense each made their opening statements. The defense came out strong with ONE glaring exception, listen for the breakdown.

The first day of the long awaited criminal trial for wire fraud and conspiracy to commit wire fraud for the former high flying CEO of the now-defunct Theranos was under way today. The jury selection process has begun with some interesting questions for the potential jurors. Why does Ethan think that Elizabeth Holmes is already winning?

Three defendants in the latest Varsity Blues college admissions bribery case are pressing with jury questions that appear to imply a jury bias against the wealthy. Also, center of the scandal Rick Singer might not testify against Marci Palatella, John Wilson, and Gamel Abdelaziz.

These cases are a bit 🤪

One of founders of the Jackass franchise, Bam Margera, was fired from Jackass Forever allegedly for failing to remain sober. He is the one who signed a Wellness Agreement requiring complex steps around his sobriety. Is such a contract legal and/or enforceable. Listen to find out the one key question that the whole case turns on.

We take a look at former Theranos CEO, Elizabeth Holmes' upcoming trial, what to expect, why it can be worse to be convicted of fraud than murder. The kicker: will there be a baby in the courtroom?

Theranos' CEO Elizabeth Holmes is under indictment in the Northern District of California, has numerous legals twists and turns including an apparent mental health defense. Now, Dow Jones and Company, the parent of the Wall Street Journal, is requesting that the Court unseal the docket and documents.

Hollywood A-lister Scarlett Johansson filed suit against Disney for intentionally interfering in her contract with Marvel for "Black Widow" arguing they owe her millions. This suit has major implications for contracts that don't consider simultaneous releases in theaters and on streaming services.

Attorney Michael Avenatti was convicted of extorting Nike, was convicted by the State Bar of California and had his law license suspended, and is now facing numerous other legal issues. He has also chosen to defend himself, is that wise?

The world is talking about Britney Spears escaping from her oppressive conservatorship. What's the latest happening and how could this happen?