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June Grasso speaks with prominent attorneys and scholars, analyzing legal issues and cases in the news.
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Oct 1, 2024 • 35min
Georgia Abortion Ban Struck & Election Suits Mount
Elizabeth Sepper, a professor at the University of Texas Law School and an expert on health law, discusses a judge striking down Georgia’s 6 week abortion ban. Derek Muller, a professor at Notre Dame Law School and an expert on election law, discusses the barrage of lawsuits filed by Republicans challenging election rules and processes. June Grasso hosts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 1, 2024 • 32min
Murdoch Succession Fight & Agencies Targeted
Jamar Creech of Romano Law, discusses Rupert Murdoch trying to change an irrevocable trust so that his eldest son maintains control of his media empire after his death. Administrative law expert Cary Coglianese, a professor at the University of Pennsylvania Law School, discusses the legal attacks on federal agencies. June Grasso hosts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 28, 2024 • 38min
Weekend Law: NYC Mayor Charged, Crypto Face-Off & J&J Bankruptcy
June Grasso talks to legal experts about the week’s top stories.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 27, 2024 • 34min
NYC Mayor Indicted & Government Sues Visa
In this insightful discussion, Richard Briffault and Ronald Mann, both professors at Columbia Law School, dive into the high-stakes indictment of New York City Mayor Eric Adams, who faces serious corruption charges, including bribery linked to foreign donations. They unpack the legal complexities and implications for public trust. Additionally, they analyze the Biden administration's antitrust lawsuit against Visa, spotlighting the company's alleged monopolistic practices and their effects on competition and consumer prices.

Sep 25, 2024 • 40min
J&J's Third Bankruptcy & Election AI Law
Anthony Casey, a business and corporate bankruptcy professor at the University of Chicago Law School, discusses Johnson & Johnson’s third bankruptcy filing. Joanna Rosen Forster, a partner at Crowell & Moring, discusses California laws to crack down on election deepfakes created by AI. June Grasso hosts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 25, 2024 • 32min
FTX Star Witness Sentenced & Crypto Showdown
Chris Dolmetsch, Bloomberg legal reporter, discusses a judge sentencing Caroline Ellison to 2 years in prison for her part in the collapse of FTX. Securities law expert James Park, a professor at UCLA Law School, discusses the clash between Coinbase and the SEC at the 3rd Circuit. June Grasso hosts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 20, 2024 • 39min
Weekend Law: TikTok's US Ban Fight, Google's Antitrust Trial Begins & AI's Copyright Risks
Brian Moriarty, principal at Hamilton Brook Smith Reynolds joins to discuss generative artificial intelligence and the copyright infringement risks for the emerging technology. Bloomberg senior editor for technology and strategic industries Michael Shepard discusses TikTok's battle to avoid being banned in the US. And Bloomberg legal team leader in Washington Sara Forden breaks down Google's antitrust case in the US and more. Amy Morris hosts, in for June Grasso.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 17, 2024 • 39min
SBF's Appeal, TikTok Ban & Abortion on Ballots
Chris Dolmetsch, a Bloomberg legal reporter, dives into Sam Bankman-Fried's controversial appeal for a trial redo, questioning judicial fairness. Mary Ziegler, a UC Davis Law professor, discusses the upcoming abortion initiatives, highlighting the legal complexities post-Roe v. Wade. Matthew Schettenhelm from Bloomberg Intelligence analyzes TikTok’s fight against a potential ban, emphasizing the clash between national security concerns and free speech rights. Together, they unravel the intricate tapestry of law and rights in today’s polarized climate.

Sep 16, 2024 • 34min
SCOTUS Zeal to Curb Agency Power & Trade Loophole
Greg Stohr, a Bloomberg Supreme Court reporter, discusses the Supreme Court's potential moves to further limit agency power in the upcoming term. David Townsend, an international trade expert and partner at Dorsey & Whitney, talks about the Biden administration's initiative to close a trade loophole affecting online Chinese retailers. They delve into recent rulings reshaping agency regulatory authority, the implications of the non-delegation doctrine, and the rising scrutiny of forced labor in trade policies. It's a compelling dive into legal developments and trade challenges!

Sep 14, 2024 • 37min
Weekend Law: Prosecuting Parents in Shootings & Engagement Ring Fight
Rebecca Tushnet, a professor at Harvard Law School, discusses the fight over a $70,000 engagement ring after a breakup. Ekow Yankah, a professor at the University of Michigan Law School, discusses prosecuting parents for school shootings by their child. Rick Sofield, a partner at Debevoise & Plimpton, discusses the challenges to the merger of Nipon Steel and US Steel. June Grasso hosts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.