Serious Trouble
More Than Incremental Damages
Jan 31, 2024
The podcast discusses the $83.3 million defamation case against Donald Trump, his trial strategy, and the possibility of the damages being reduced. It also covers the sentencing of Peter Navarro and the leak of Trump's tax returns. The chapter explores the nature of federal judges and compares the competence of attorneys using Michael Avenatti as a case study.
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- The jury awarded significant punitive damages and high amounts for reputation repair in the Carol v. Trump cases, likely influenced by Trump's arrogant and defiant behavior during the trial.
- Navarro's four-month prison sentence for contempt of Congress highlights the importance of showing contrition during sentencing and the potential irrelevance of a future pardon.
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Trump Faces Multimillion-Dollar Judgment in Carol v. Trump Cases
The podcast discusses the large judgments in the Carol v. Trump cases, where E. Jean Carol was awarded a $5 million judgment for damages related to sexual assault and defamation, and a second case resulted in an $83.3 million judgment against Donald Trump. The podcast highlights how the outcome differed from expectations, with the jury awarding significant punitive damages and high amounts for reputation repair. The behavior of Trump and his lawyer during the trial, including arrogance and defiance, likely influenced the jury's decision. The summary also mentions the possibility of the judgment being reduced by the judge or on appeal.
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