Civil Litigation gets the spotlight as host Rich Schoenstein - an accomplished Trial Lawyer and Litigator - dissects high-profile lawsuits and breaks down legal issues with the goal of enhancing public access and understanding. Topics span a broad array of private disputes including breach of contract, fraud, defamation, negligence, malpractice, insurance, class actions, and many more. Rich also focusses on the practice, difficulty, and foibles of civil litigation, in the courts and in alternative dispute resolution, with suggestions as to how private disputes can best be resolved.
Luigi Mangione plead guilty to two Federal crimes and admitted killing Brian Thompson. The plea deal could get Mangione out of jail while he is still in his 40's! Rich explains how that is so, why this is a good move by Mangione, what was in it for the Federal prosecutors, and how it is all a gut punch for the New York State prosecutors.
19 Jun 2026
Luigi Mangione Withdraws Defense - Or Does He?
There is confusion about a one sentence letter submitted by counsel for Luigi Mangione, seemingly reversing news reported yesterday that he would pursue an extreme emotional disturbance defense. Rich explains the letter, the relevant provisions of CPL § 250.10, what was and wasn't withdrawn, and what it might mean going forward. Plus, he shows off his new haircut - although you can't see that on the audio.
24 May 2026
Truth or Fiction? Alleged Sex Slave Accused of Defamation in LevFin Civil Litigation Melee
In one of the crazier cases you will find, a former JPMorgan Chase & Co. employee has sued the bank and his alleged former superior, claiming he was made a sex slave, sexually assaulted, discriminated and retaliated against, etc. The former fellow employee he has sued has counterclaimed, asserting that it is all untrue and defamatory. And thus, a salacious and hotly contested dispute is born. Rich goes over the claims on both sides, the current status of the case, what to make of the defamation claims, and how it is likely to play out moving ahead.
An in-depth analysis of a complex civil litigation case involving allegations of sexual assault, discrimination, and defamation within the financial sector. The discussion covers legal strategies, case progression, and the importance of credibility in court.
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