Posted to Attorney Larry Forman (Tim Pool show cancels Aidan Kearney's appearance) 06/01/2026
I am finding this "cancellation" weird. Am I missing something here? What is the upside for the plaintiff? What is the thought process and the logic regarding this choice by the plaintiff's legal team? A public letter sent to Tim Pool allegedly threatening free speech? Most of us understand that Aidan Kearney is a journalist. As a journalist and U.S, citizen, Aidan Kearney is stating his opinions as guaranteed by the first amendment of the U.S. Constitution. That clip of the panel on the Tim Pool show was HILARIOUS. This letter may have, allegedly of course, put these plaintiffs and their legal team on the radar of the ACLU. PSA to all law schools: please give your students a class in The Streisand Effect. It appears to be needed.
BTW I would appreciate whatever coverage you can do, time permitting, on the defamation lawsuit.
Posted to Kjersti Flaa (Victoria Burke & video of the litigants going in/out of 47.1 hearing)06/.02/2026
Oscar, aka executive producer of this channel, can do no wrong. His ethics and cuteness are beyond measure yet still within the bounds of appropriate behavior. This is in no way a defense of BL, but the more I read these texts from BL to JB, the more that I hear RR's tone, speech mannerisms, snark and misogyny (I mean "yummy" ???). Perhaps the example of a puppet and her puppet master may be more on point than any of us realized? I know that Judge Liman's legal methodology is to have civil litigants come to a compromise to make an end to their case. However in this situation one of litigants appears to be literally and figuratively in LAla-land. Time to step up to that bench to end this, with prejudice. BTW kudos for Victoria Burke (founder of the law that is being weaponized to hurt not used to help), for owning her mistake of originally trusting this plaintiff.
NOT POSTED (from AI):
California Civil Code Section 47.1, commonly known as the Speak Your Truth Act (established by AB 933), was authored and introduced by California Assembly Majority Leader Aguiar-Curry and is widely credited to have been architected and proposed by survivor and attorney Victoria Burke, Esq.The landmark legislation was co-sponsored by Equal Rights Advocates and the California Employment Lawyers Association (CELA).The law protects victims and employers who report sexual assault, harassment, or discrimination in good faith from retaliatory defamation lawsuits.
Posted to Allegedly Golden (RE: Podcast #22 ) Uploaded to You Tube on 06/02/2026
Streaks are fine but can lead to burnout. Call in "sick" when appropriate. Continue on when better. BTW, I do appreciate the podcast numbering, as that is the way I roll.π If Lively vs. Wayfarer has accomplished nothing else (beyond making it clear that there is a highly illicit and problematic relationship between PR and main stream media), we have learned in part and not necessarily in this order: (1) how NOT to get your PGA mark, (2) how to NOT get your popularity back plus how to FULLY annihilate what is left of it and (3) the best way to acquire and to control an IP is by the contractual method of; finding, then buying and then owning said IP.π There are entire firms of ethical and competent attorneys with relatively affordable fee structures that will assist in finding and paying for that IP. I am intrigued by that employee dispute against Howard Stern or as I like to call it, "The case of the Disappearing, Reappearing, Disappearing Signatures". A bit long for an Agatha Christie movie title, but I am open to re-writes for the right price and with the right representation.π€£ Please keep us updated.
Posted to Not Actually Golden (Victoria Burke author of 47.1 interviewed by Megyn Kelly) 06/02/2026
For some reason I could not copy the link to the entire Megyn Kelly interview of Victoria Burke. You have to find the Megyn Kelly Show that was downloaded 06/02/2026 that is 1:55:27 in length. The portion with Victoria Burke is approx.@13:00-32:24. Megyn Kelly clips channel will not show the entire interview with Burke as far as I can determine. The beginning of the interview is a bit confusing as Megyn Kelly keeps confusing the details of 47.1, which she does admit, to her credit. The section from 20:43-32:00 is particularly relevant regarding the fact that BL's attorney wished to move 47.1 nationally. With 31:30-32:20 essentially Victoria Burke's suggestion for Judge Liman.
Posted to Kjersti Flaa (RE: Interview of Victoria Burke, architect of 47.1) Uploaded 06/03/2026
Thank you to Victoria Burke for agreeing to appear and be questioned by Kjersti Flaa.. Great questions Kjersti! Victoria Burke is the person that I had thought she would be, a thoughtful, knowledgable, relatable, critical thinker. As for the "always a plaintiff never far from a court" celebrity and her legal team, yes they too are the people that I have speculated that they would be. I hope that the PR of BL trying to "promote" this bill throughout the country is just that, fluff PR. I am not sure what Victoria Burke can do about that possible eventuality, but she may wish to brainstorm with the ACLU and victims' groups in case this PR fluff becomes reality.
Posted to NotActuallyGolden (RE: Kuhn vs. H.Stern Corp.) Uploaded to YT on 06/03/2026
I am still leaning towards Kuhn's side based on her past employment history at Stern's company. Kuhn seemed to be doing just fine until she moved to the Stern home. I do applaud her ethics in not wanting to break a contract. To me, it is sus that the (unsigned) separation agreement had that non-disparagement clause when all the NDAs did not have (signed or not). After listening to this video (BTW who said these videos are too long, usually they are too short π), I agree that only way facts can be proven or disproven would be in discovery, hence the judge should not dismiss. Being the nerd that I am I would enjoy hearing competing experts on proving efficacy or raising reasonable doubt as to those electronic signatures. Question: Is it just me or does that 37k offer in the separation agreement seem a little low? If you REALLY want to avoid competing with a book advance or TMZ, there needs to be 6th integer in that offer.
Posted-LittleGirlAttorney(Victoria Burke architect of 47.1 said BL should not get damages) 06/03/2026
I know that this is law not statistics, but the amount of missteps taken from the first filing by BL's legal team and herself in December 2024 through now are breathtaking in their number. How can anyone be wrong so many times? Even trying to co-op 47.1 was an error by all concerned. Justin Baldoni so thoroughly believed in the message of IEWU that he did everything that he could to keep the film going even if that meant giving up his power. While Justin Baldoni has many friends and associates, he is only one man. However the amount of victims of SA, SH and job discrimination is vast and global. Getting that group upset with your behavior, actions and attitude is not a wise move. I hope that making BL the face of 47.1 is just empty PR. If not she, her legal team and PR reps will truly find out the brutal, blunt and real time meaning of the term, "unpopular".
Posted to ELSRICH (RE: This is Blake Lively's MO - convo w/Karol@docketupdates) 06/04/2026
I agree that it seems odd that Victoria Burke (or even one of her students) did not do a more thorough reading regarding of BL's use of this bill. However I have to agree with Karol. I know nothing of Victoria Burke's life beyond her being the architect of 47.1 (due to her own experience with SA) and that she is an Adjunct Associate Professor of Law at Southwestern Law School. She is hyper-focused getting 47.1 into consideration in every state in the U.S. What is happening in NYS regarding 47.1 being allegedly changed by BL's legal team is definitely what got Burke's attention. 47.1 is Victoria Burke's legacy, her life work. As for leaving that social media comment up, maybe it is deliberate to show that a critical thinker can change their mind with the inclusion of new data? As for the Lively/Reynolds fam being at that meeting with Burke that was a surprise. All Victoria Burke was expecting was the presence of BL (maybe also BL's legal team, I am not sure). BTW I am team: "BL and RR take the fam and move to Wales".
Kjersti Flaa (BL-at Sanctuary for Families, a survivor advocacy organization inNYC)06/05/2026
That is a good hypothesis by Kjersti regarding the issue that the defense of BL has become part of the identity of some people. That is also the problem that can afflict people in cults (am not a therapist just have studied cult behavior). Admitting that anything is wrong is also an admission that they themselves are wrong for trusting in a certain belief system. Result, they stay in the cult. Entertainment is an industry with some cult behaviors but still operates on one mandate, profit. Right now there is far too much risk and far too little benefit in aligning with BL and even RR. I do not know why or who or how this redemption tour of BL was instituted, but it will not give her a starring role in any theatrical production that is not heavily financed and supported by those in her camp. The best BL and RR can do is take a year or two sabbatical, maybe to Wales. Memories are short, even in the entertainment industry.
Posted to LGA (Explanation of Mark Garagos' opinion on why BL settled against her will) 06/05/2026
Thank you LGA. Your explanation makes sense, even to my non-legal mind. Besides, were a certain plaintiff going to sue for bad legal/PR moves in this case, we have so many dates to choose from. The 3 earliest ones were: (1) the day BL accepted a job on IEWU, (2) the initial complaint with the California Civil Rights Department (CRD) on 12/20/2024 and the (3) federal lawsuit filed in NY on 12/31/2024. Beginning the new year of 2025 until now, there are SO MANY additional bad decisions made, bad advice given, along with a "oh no she didn't" MET Gala 2026 appearance. Any complete listing requires way too much space, time and patience.π Although that article written by Eumonia Dyke in "Medium" is quite the historical document on this case. It takes less than an hour to read, but only seconds to admire the skill set of ED.
Posted to Brian Entin (Convo w/Chris Cuomo regarding Cuomo's interview of Mr.Shirilla) 06/05/2026
I want to be honest, Mr. Cuomo's style is somewhat off-putting to me. As an introverted person, I probably would not come off well in interviews no matter what I said. As for Mr. & Mrs. Shirilla and their daughter, they all live in Mackenzie-land. These 3 are angry and confused as to why no one seems to wish to move there. If the Shirilla family wishes to engage with media, then they need to hire a legal spokesperson, but the 3 of them need to stay off all media. Obviously missing a deadline to file an appeal by one day is not indicative of a competent attorney. I have no idea if said attorney pushed for a bench trial and was opposed to a then 17 year old Mackenzie Shirilla being tried as a juvenile. If there is documented proof such as texts or emails, that said attorney forced the parents and daughter to agree to those conditions, then yes the appeal should be granted for a new trial. Respectfully, I disagree with Mr. Cuomo, that there is a chance for a new trial. As even if the court deigns to hear the appeal, IMO a new trial will not be granted unless considerable data reflecting on incompetent representation is proven to the court's satisfaction.
Posted to Observe (Part 3 analysis of Steven Shirilla's interview by TMZ) Uploaded to YT 06/06/2026S
Steven Shirilla does have a sense that no one believes what he says. His body is fighting with brain as seen by the stutters, hesitations, word salad, eye blocking. However Natalie Shirilla (not seen in this video) is in full thrall of what is effectively her cult leader, Mackenzie Shirilla. That speech Natalie Shirilla made in court directed to the judge for leniency towards Mackenzie was wild. One wonders how Natalie Shirilla manages to remember to wake up each AM without Mackenzie berating her. I think that drug/mushroom use is a red herring that media is grabbing onto. Yes, there are studies in process that indicate that the developing adolescent brain can be harmed by chronic non-prescription drug use in this period of development. IMO the detrimental environmental factors are much more relevant. Think of a 2 or 3 year in a 17 year old body with hormones and a frontal lobe still maturing? As a 2 - 3 year old, there is not yet very much self control, empathy and comprehension of consequences. Likely such an entity could drive a car effectively even using a directional, but in milliseconds have a raging tantrum with the conclusion being a conviction for redrum. The Shirilla Family (Steven, Natalie and Mackenzie) need to STOP talking to media. Every additional interview further reinforces the public's viewpoint. Perhaps hire an attorney to be legal adviser, advocate and spokesperson? As for additional analysis, if Observe has the time and feels it would be informative, sure. Scary thought though, a 32 year old Mackenzie Shirilla being released from prison.
Posted to LGA (RE: TikToker post yeeted- on BL Legal Team using 47.1 law) 06/07/2026
At first I thought oh no the YT 'bots did it again. Now TikTok is a different animal. Literally for me, it is. It took innumerable seconds of my life watching dogs, cats even bearded dragons being cute to perfect that algorithmπ. That being said I did notice a different direction earlier this year when Oracle (Larry Ellison) and others bought TikTok. Essentially equating to a product more superficial less thought-provoking along with more cute less serious content. That being said, I would not be surprised at anything BL's legal and PR team did such as filing complaints, allegedly on TikTok. My speculation is that her legal and PR teams have mutated, oops I mean merged, into one entity cosplaying as attorneys filing all those legal briefs but whose goal is favorable PR not "making anyone whole". All of this is all allegedly, my speculation, a possibility, an overstuffed maybe and that oldie but goodie...IMO. π€£
Posted to ELSRICH (RE: BL speaking at conference and Victoria Burke reaction) 06/07/2026
I wonder do you think that BL's agent/manager/PR thought she might be taken more seriously with a less crafted look? Insert "sigh" here, wrong again guys. I think that Victoria Burke is Team 47.1. Oh I agree Victoria Burke wouldn't mind BL latching on to the bill in general. What Burke is threatened by, and unhappy with, is the fact that BL's team is changing the bill (at least in New York State) in ways likely detrimental to the OG architecture of the bill.
Posted to Kjersti Flaa (RE: Latest Photo Ops/Sanctuary for Families org ) Uploaded on 06/08/2026
I remember way way back when I heard the phrase "believe all women" being associated with the Me Too movement, I groaned. Even pre IEWU, I knew that would be statistically unlikely. We all lie, maybe to save someone's feelings or maybe to be polite. Then there are lies from celebrities or anyone with power who either cluelessly or deliberately are damaging reputations. It is good to see this fast-rising and worthy new candidate in the executive producer category, Oscar have a fun day in the sun with a new friend. So where is that PGA mark? Rumors are, that those marks are being given out rather freely. PR people please stop these pointless photo ops and pop-ins at various non-profits. The cringe is off the charts while the popularity still noticeably lags. POINTS for the writer of the NY Post article who referenced the 2016 movie, The Shallows (@9:50) regarding BL...chef's kiss!
Posted to Lady Zelda Kelly (RE: Proctor's Deposition Delay in Read civil suits) Uploaded 06/08/2026
I have heard various people wondering how certain individuals were ever hired to serve in some highly important jobs with (oddly) no negatives unearthed during background checks. There is an unpleasant description, "a useful idi3t". This thought is highly speculative with zero real-world receipts, but could these problematic people have been hired by a powerful Commonwealth organization exactly because they were "useful idi3ts"? All, alleged unproven and IMO, of course.π For the sake of the children, I agree with Lady Zelda, the family needs to move far away and avoid any kind of media after the depositions.
NotActuallyGolden (Sorsby won an a temporary injunction against the NCAA ruling) 06/08/2026
I think that I need a remedial class in the NCAA rules, powers and relationship with state and federal law. To go back in time, what is the admissibility/quality of the proof concerning the gambling? Was the betting a 20 USD or a 20K USD? I always thought that the contract with a private organization must be fully followed before any other law can be applied. Unless of course with the factors that, (1) you signed under duress and/or (2) without counsel present. Not sure either applies in this latest of Sorsby's ever widening library of civil law suits.
Posted to The Emily Show (Judge upset that witnesses like Proctor have not been deposed) 06/08/2026
Replay crew here. I have had a wild, speculative thought that is totally unfounded in fact, or in accordance with any law regarding all of these civil cases being held in Massachusetts. There is a major election in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts on November 3, 2026. I think that we will be playing: (1) find the witness to depose (2) schedule that lawyer (3) only Commonwealth word salad is spoken here, probably until sometime around November 4, 2026.π
ReportingLiveFromMySofaThePodcast (RE: Chris Cuomo Interview of Steve Shirilla) 06/08/2026
I have watched interviews with long time cult members. They give out far more information if the interviewer does not actively threaten their belief system, however unhinged those beliefs might be. Essentially Natalie and Steve Shirilla are in the cult of Mackenzie. Not sure when they joined, but they are lifetime members now. An aggressive interviewer like Chris Cuomo will not produce anything new or informative. Natalie Shirilla's statement to the court after Mackenzie Shirilla got a guilty verdict gives a good sense of how Mackenzie Shirilla came to be. I agree that all of these interviews are only lengthening Mackenzie Shirilla's stay in prison which is probably good for society.
Posted to NotActuallyGolden (RE: Catfish attempt, Karen Read Lawsuits/interview ) 06/08/2026
That catfish attempt on NAG saddens me. What gratification is there in lying to a relative stranger in order to damage or hurt said stranger? Talking about fabulation, QUESTION: (probably more political than legal) Do you think that there will be more delays, postponements, witnesses who seem to never be available and bureaucratic word salad, until November 4 2026? November 4 is the day after a major election in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. I have NOT seen that recent interview with Karen Read and Alan Jackson. I did hear that the questions were less journalistic and more gotcha in nature. In the Jane Doe vs. Amy Griffin I leaning towards Doe. Maybe my bias is that I am not very accepting of the tactics used by Griffin's attorney? In the case of the Idaho 4 law suit, did the University report directly about BK or pass on those reports from female students concerning BK's behavior to LE? That might absolve them of liability? The contents of Victoria Burke's inbox must be crushing. I agree, wait until Judge Liman rules.
Posted to Brian Entin (Could Nick Reiner get control of his trust) Uploaded to You Tube 06/09/2026
Ethically and morally, no he should not inherit anything. It is innocent until proven guilty, but I think the "who", "when", "where", "how" is well-documented with evidence. We only do not fully know the "why". Is Nick Reiner legally entitled to the trust is another matter. It would depend on how the trust was written. For example, are there any clauses covering mental incompetence, moral turpitude or criminal behavior? Severing all connections with Nick Reiner would likely be the best conclusion for the family matched with their lives being more secure with Nick Reiner spending the remainder of his life incarcerated in a maximum security facility. If there are no legal objections to releasing those funds, the family should hire an attorney familiar with trusts (paid from the trust) to manage the complete release of the trust ASAP along with all financial responsibilities for said trust, to Nick Reiner. Any and all connections with Nick Reiner should be severed. One proviso does need to be in place. Should Nick Reiner ever be released via parole or psychiatric evaluation, the family needs to know prior to him leaving said facility.
Posted to Molly Burke (RE: 3 stories about non-disabled people) Uploaded to You Tube on 06/09/2026
I am assuming that the server at that Venice restaurant noticed that your partner was sighted. Otherwise, yeah there should be a braille version of that note. Whenever I hear about notes like that, I am assuming a lawyer and an insurance company are involved. Maybe ask the manager the legal or liability significance of the written note? I do not have a service animal, but have occupied space such as a grocery store, restaurant and an airplane with service animals (only dogs). I have never seen even one example of bad behavior issue of a service animal. Now in the same locations I have witnessed (not complained as I know tired cries and screams when I hear them) multiple examples of bad behavior in children that is not addressed by anyone working at the location. "Inspiration for the gym", I know that he meant well, but I would change gyms asap as I would always feel watched. I have heard it said that every group is judged by its worst member. Unfortunately there are a lot of yappy dogs with clueless handlers that are giving well-trained dogs a very bad rep.
Posted to Molly McPherson (Scott Pelley fired from 60 minutes by Nick Bilton/Bari Weiss)06/10/2026
IMO that unattended dinner was destined to be the beginning of the end for this veteran news person. They underestimated him. They thought that he could NOT read the room as in the situation at 60 Minutes and the network. Pelley intended that this conference introducing the new management to be his final, unedited, unaltered to fit anyone's narrative, feature at 60 Minutes. I was not reminded of a movie, but a poem by Dylan Thomas about aging (Do not go gentle into that good night). Do we still like Dylan Thomas? I hope so, but who knows? People can be "cancelled" after their physical death. So much for double jeopardy in the afterlife. π There is a sea change going on in media. It will happen, it is happening. It will happen irregardless as to who owns CBS or who is the President of the U.S. We are getting information at a more personal, direct level. We can see, hear and examine the receipts for ourselves. Was 60 Minutes the crown jewel of CBS? Perhaps. However the costs of maintaining it as a business entity were no longer sustainable (beware House of Windsor?). Scott Pelley was well aware of all of that when he essentially "retired" himself by utilizing all media in his departure from 60 Minutes. Still, in sum I agree with Molly, Pelley won the PR battle of the week.
Posted to Larry Forman (RE: The McAlberts amend their civil action) Uploaded to YT 06/10/2026
Hmmm so Larry is psychic? I will need proof. What were the toppings on my pizza? Well we know who aren't psychics, The McAlberts. I can speculate why the McAlberts withdrew intentional infliction of emotional distress. In order to prove their case wouldn't the plaintiffs have to wave all HIPAA rights to their mental and physical health data? I am guessing that they threw everything into the original civil law suit, allegedly, to try to intimidate the defendants. QUESTION: I understand why Aidan Kearney is continuing to speak about the McAlberts. Hypothetical, in some alternate reality if Aidan Kearney went radio silent regarding comments on the McAlberts, could a judge infer that silence supported the plaintiffs case? On the opposite side, while Aidan Kearney is still a journalist still entitled to free speech, could continuing to speak about the McAlberts be detrimental to his defense? While I personally cheer on Aidan Kearney in this fight, I do worry how all this will play out in court.
Posted to Coffeezilla (RE: $200,00 Missing Legos) Uploaded to You Tube on 06/10/2026
(I am comment 33,111st, so....) --- The Bricks and MiniFigs: Case of the Missing? Legos
As good a job of analysis as Coffeezilla did, I probably did not precisely follow all the twists and turns. Mistakes IMO made by ALL involved: (1) improper record keeping (without inventories, photos, history with cross references), (2) not hiring independent accountants to record the day a collection leaves the owner, enters a store, leaves a store for any reason (3) no independent audit or inventory done before franchisees fired/left store and (4) using civil court where only the attorneys win, instead of arbitration to settle this and move on. Addendum: arresting a You Tube creator for reporting on Legos is a VERY bad look for corporate and its brand reputation. As in, would you allow this organization to sell your collection?
RE: NotActuallyGolden (RE: Franchisee vs Pizza Hut and AI) Uploaded to You Tube on 06/11/2026
A few years ago a very large chain selling construction supplies was hacked. Hundreds of thousands of customer records were put at risk. Essentially this hack was directly due to a very simple software error in the company's own accounting system. It allowed 3rd party businesses to enter this large corporations accounts receivable system along with sadly a few bad actors (aka hackers). Next comes the usual mass mailing apology/alert to all affected customers warning us that our personal data might have been co-opted. The majority of this alert gave a rather unnecessary and condescending warning that customers we should always keep our data private, do not release it arbitrarily and have strong passwords. None of that would have prevented a hack caused by a flaw in this company's software. This is a long way of saying, the parent company needs to admit to their mistake, negotiate a settlement with the franchisee owner and hire better software/AI experts for their legal department. (Can you tell I am still upset?π)
RE: penguinZ FanPage (RE: Bricks and Minifigs scandal) Uploaded to You Tube on 06/12/2026
Everyone lied, allegedly. Everyone was incompetent, allegedly. To save the Bricks & Minifigs rep (as their current position as an authorized reseller is probably less than awesomeπ΅) settle with the Mansell family, drop all civil lawsuits as the only winners in court are the attorneys and for the future"encourage" and audit record keeping skills in their various franchisees. Bullying RecklessBen is the worst PR effort that I have seen since a certain formerly powerful and formerly beloved blond actor decided she was right in the delulu land known as Hollywood. PSA for any and all vigilantes: The Purge is a movie, maybe also a warning, but certainly not a "how to" on handling corporate malfeasance.
Attorney Larry Forman (Anthony J. Benedetti chief counsel-CPCS-MA to all attorneys) 06/11/2026
As Larry has said there is a major election in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts on November 3 2026. While I would ask registered voters to vote thoughtfully, also consider the following. These are only a few of the cases that were ineffectively handled: Sandra Birchmore, Karen Read, Officer John O'Keefe, Trooper Enrique Delgado-Garcia and the hiring of Goode and Proctor (and others). This obvious incompetence and alleged malice, took place under the watch of the current DA of Norfolk County, the current Governor, the current Attorney General who will be up for reelection (or their designated replacements). Those offices, among others, will be on the November 3 2026 ballot.
Posted to LittleGirlAttorney(Judge Liman rules for plaintiff in attorney fees only on 47.1) 06/12/2026
I am not surprised that the plaintiff's side declared a massive victory simply regarding the granting of attorneys' fees and costs, I wish it had been denied as I knew that the plaintiff's spin would be in hyperdrive. QUESTION: Is Wayfarer only liable for the period beginning January 1 2025 when the Wayfarer countersuit was filed until June 9, 2025 (initial dismissal of countersuit in order to allow time for Wayfarer to respond) or until October 31, 2025 (permanent dismissal of countersuit)? Either way that amount of money would be substantial to most of us. However it is likely only a very small portion of the multi-millions spent in legal fees, allegedly, by the plaintiff.
Posted to Celebrity Spy (RE: Judge Liman (w/47.1) awarding attorney fees to BL) 06/13/2026
BL's team wishes us to believe that what is essentially a participation trophy from the court, is actually a gold medal for placing first in all legal and moral categories. In manipulating a still evolving law (47.1) which was born in the hope of helping actual victims with real financial concerns, BL and her team have now damaged victims rights along with ability for actual victims to be believed, for the foreseeable future...allegedly.
Posted to Brian Entin (RE: Interview with former Murdaugh housekeeper, Blanca) 06/13/2026
I can tell that Blanca really cared for Maggie Murdaugh. The way her voice drops when discussing her former employer is heartbreaking. The thought that one clueless, greedy, minor elected official could destroy an entire trial is wild. As for moving the new Murdaugh trial, it might help. However it is well known that the taxpayers of South Carolina have had their tax dollars from trial one literally thrown out. Now there is a whole new trial to pay for. It might even get worse as I believe that Alex Murdaugh is suing Becky Hill for his legal costs spent on trial one. Glad to hear Bubba is having a good canine life with Blanca.
L ofcAndrew D. Myers (Interview w/Mark Bederow on Proctor & Goode) 06/13/2026
One hundred percent speculation and IMO, but what if Proctor and Goode were hired BECAUSE OF their flaws, not in spite of them? Again just a hypothesis, but interesting how Proctor was lead or assigned to certain potentially problematic cases along with Goode. We can also go with Occam's Razor, as in these people were hired because no one cared enough to do a competent and professional job vetting new hires.
NotActuallyGolden (More data (???)if Wayfarer countersuit had gone into discovery) 06/13/2026
I agree that there probably wasn't more relevant data to be found even if Wayfarer's countersuit had gone into discovery. What I keep yelling at my monitor (my default Judge Liman) is that the PGA letter, dated January 25, 2024, proves that the subsequent California (dated 12/20/2024) filing and Federal (dated 12/31/2024) filing were both filed "irresponsibly" (trying not to get sued or trolled). As such fit the legal definition (am not a lawyer only imagine myself proficient in law) of "with malice" as the filer (allegedly) knew there was no workplace or SH or SA issues going on via all those texts along with that PGA letter. Statute 47.1 still needs work, any new law would. However, it was allegedly hijacked and misapplied while it was still in its infancy. We may never know if in its final form 47.1 would have helped actual victims with financial issues.
Posted to Kjersti Flaa (BL attorneys receive fees from Wayfarer ( ins) for the countersuit) 06/13/2028
That is hilarious, I did not even think of that. Like Kjersti said the attorneys will have to now disclose pricing structures, specific details all kinds of data. I am assuming these submissions to the court for fee repayment will not be sealed? Attorneys at this level are very very private when it comes to billings. Now all their clients (along with clients of other firms) may unintentionally get some very interesting information as a result of this "faux win".π Good to see Oscar enjoying his vacation yet still maintaining an executive producer-level watch over his human.
Posted to LetsTalkIBD/Maggie Retton (RE: Bag issues) Uploaded to YT on 06/15/2026.
Just before you mentioned the cups, I had thought of those adhesive, absorbent, but quite narrow period pads that might be a temporary fix. Guessing cups work best because of the shape? Yes, I agree that either the manufacturing process itself has changed and/or the quality and type of the materials used has changed. I wonder if they would share the specs (mfg and materials) with you? Guessing their attorneys would advise against it. Anyway you do not have the time to turn into Sherlock Holmes (or Dr. John Watson). Keep publishing, your fails, the bag hacks and of course any successes. I am glad customer service is understanding, but the level that might need to be addressed is above their pay grade. Perhaps customer service or even reddit might have suggestions on who to contact at these companies to get through any corporate dissonance. KEEP publishing about this problem. Maggie, you are being fair, logical and very persuasive. The need for these bags is an ever increasing demo. Corporations will be improving their profits by providing a safe, affordable and reliable product.
Posted to Brian Entin (RE: Melissa Casias Los Alamos Employee body found by hiker) 06/15/2026
THANK YOU Ben and Brian. Former FBI Agent Ben Hansen mentioned a relevant fact. No note was left. That along with no signs of disarray in the home, no obvious sign of an intruder, no cash acquired, the commonality seemed to be that these people were purposefully leaving, yet brought nothing. I am not sure if the tech behind the Havana Syndrome is portable. These missing and unalived people often lived with others. As a result, targeting only one individual would require very precise/portable tech as these were all solitary disappearances. I am assuming DNA proves that this was Melissa Casias? Hard to tell anything from the information that "the weapon was found nearby" the remains. IMO if this was a self-unaliving wouldn't the weapon would be on the remains? That information along with no signs of predators, scavengers or simply effects of nature (yes sun, but what about dust storms), is odd. And finally in the last sighting of Melissa, she had a backpack. Was the backpack found with victim? If so, was it now empty? THIS part in red was NOT posted--> (for example extra ammo in a backpack would lead one not to consider suicide hypothesis valid) Any DNA, any fingerprints? So many questions.
Posted to Molly McPherson (5 scientists removed from American Diabetes Assoc by frce) 06/13/2026
Actually I disagree a little on the Scott Pelley issue. If Scott Pelley were to send a PR release or letter to the editor on a MSM outlet as an alert that the journalistic integrity of the CBS program, 60 Minutes was being diminished, who would print or stream that release? Hence the speech at that meeting was born in the brain of a journalist who likely has quite a healthy egoπ. He is also PR savvy (seemingly unlike the ADA). Pelley knew that time and that place would result in a highly clickable and highly printable news item suitable for all media. As for the ADA, sounds like someone in corporate had a series of stress attacks interspersed with reflexive reactions instead of thoughtful decisions after listening to calmer voices. I agree that, in this instance, the ADA thought as a corporate entity not a nonprofit. The 1st sentence in the 1st paragraph of a non-profit's mission statement should be: "thou shalt honor the helpless, the sick, those who would help them and those who may eventually cure them." Oh corporate/non-profits, PLEASE learn how to make an effective apology, as we ALL make mistakes. Maybe next time your scientists have written opinions, call Molly before LEπ?
Posted to Kjersti Flaa (RE: MSM is getting the Lively vs. Wayfarer settlement wrong) 06/15/2026
OMG that song. I am a cynic, a pessimist and a misanthrope. I do not cry easily. This song (Me Too, Not You by MosaicMind) is beautiful, touching and quite raw. In less than 6 minutes it eloquently yet comprehensively summarized the damage that one person, her SO along with their legal team could inflict. THANK YOU to Kjersti and her loyal (and cute) executive producer Oscar for being one of a group of You Tube channels where due diligence, impartiality and critical thinking lives and thrives. MSM has lost their relevancy and our trust. As for Gwyneth Paltrow, her appearance in that dense and dull commercial for a tech company tells the tale. Undoubtedly it was not the one intended. Ms. Paltrow and Maximum Effort punched down. This was bullying behavior cloaked in PR and SEO. I do not expect Ms. Paltrow to be able to read the room. It seems that she and her team also cannot read the country judging by that commercial for 51 Park LUXURY residential development in Israel.
Posted to LegalBytes (RE: Bricks & Minifigs Mess) Uploaded to You Tube on 06/15/2026
Great comprehensive summary of what went wrong by Legal Bytes. Hypotheticals to regain public trust: (1) settle with the Mansell family. Skip the "forensic accounting" as to the public this sounds like you are blaming the victims. (2) Withdraw the lawsuits (hint: The Streisand Effect) (3) In a concise PR release indicate specifically what went wrong. Briefly detail how to prevent this in the future is for all (new or current) franchise owners keep and update proper records. (4)STOP the PR tour. Whether you are right or wrong, as Legal Bytes wisely pointed out the more words, potentially the more evidence. Or as the 1966 Miranda Warning states in part: "...the right to remain silent and the right to an attorney before any questioning...anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law...." A valid warning that we should all heed, even CEOs.
Posted to LittleGirlAttorney (Misconceptions on Lively vs Wayfarer settlement) Uploaded 06/15/2026
Thank you LGA for continuing to try to help us all understand that this is how the law works. My theory regarding those who insist that Lively has won is that it comes from something more contagious than a virus, more virulent than a plague, likely the worst threat to critical thinking seen in many millennia known as the Dunning-Kruger effect. A legal firm of the status and expertise that represented Lively, should know better, be better. They, allegedly of course, have the legal version of that ancient alchemist's dream of turning rock fragments to gold. Judge Liman has produced a 47 page document (there has got to be a legal pun in there regarding statute 47.1) easily accessible online that is essentially Rosetta Stone for this case. Perhaps for those expecting magical thinking to work we should not comment or debate, but copy/paste a link to the settlement and Judge Liman's decision on 47.1 in the comments section.
Posted to Kjersti Flaa (RE: Bryan Freedman released the entire settlement document) 06/16/2026
I am in a loop trying to figure out why a highly well-known, profitable law firm would make such obvious and basic mistakes? Surely they knew that Bryan Freedman was free to release the settlement document thus would do so if they continued fabulation? As wealthy as RR and BL are, a firm needs more clients than two people. As for co-opting content creators, if that is accurate, all they are doing are being echo chambers of MSM word salad. They are not even puppets, they are pawns. One thing I do know, I will never knowingly support a product that either RR or BL advertise. I no longer watch RR and BL movies. I can no longer suspend disbelief to see the character not the real person. I USED to love the character of Deadpool. Now hearing RR's voice makes me cringe, even on the occasional cell phone commercial. Another good show Oscar (the executive producer of this channel). Plus you did it all while napping, that is PGA mark worthy!
Posted to NotActuallyGolden (RE: Settlement Document - Lively vs. Wayfarer) 06/16/2026
As NAG (thank you for your work and patience) has said, the settlement seems straightforward. One would think that everyone would pick up their own personal effects and property, (but NOT anyone else's) and move on. However, at least on the plaintiff's side, these are not the critical thinkers that you are looking forπ. I am not sure who is driving the plaintiff's bus at this point, but they are laser-focused, vindictive, into Pyrrhic victories and not accustomed to losing. While BL is never going win a congeniality award, I think that at least on this particular bus, she is sitting behind the driver. These metaphors have been brought to you by people who still believe in the first amendment, but do not wish to be sued.π
Posted to Hannah Ricketts (RE: The Most Annoying Restaurant in London) Uploaded 06/16/2026
I love that, "There were rogue fries everywhere." Reminds me of my college daysπ. I think the vibe of in/out, rustic hygiene, single main meal is what they are going for. As a tourist, it would not be what I would be going for in a restaurant. However, if I worked nearby, it might be an experience that I would enjoy. However that dessert! Even looking at it from my monitor I could TASTE it. If all their desserts are at that level, maybe that is what the £33 price should include. Of course for that price a house special cafΓ© au lait and a chocolate brioche should be included. Argh, now I am hungry.
Posted to Kjersti Flaa (RE: Lively vs. Wayfarer) Uploaded to You Tube on 06/17/2026
I do not know if Armie Hammer had a writer friend compose that Jamaican story or not, but whomever the author happens to be, the story is still relevant. Of course then we have celebrities who had no idea that they are behaving badly who finally paid the builders of their "forever home" after the lawsuit for nonpayment was exposed on You Tube. I had given up on MSM long ago. Even with that negative opinion, I still thought that putting RR on the cover of Forbes "Immigrant 250" was satire originating from The Onion. Unfortunately I was wrong. Might be interesting to ask those 249 who did not make the cover their opinion of that decision. It would be also fascinating to know what the quid pro quo was for putting Lively on the cover of Time (Time100 Honoree List, 2025) and Reynolds on the cover of Forbes (Most Successful Immigrants, 2026). I almost forgot, another excellent video by Kjersti obviously assisted by the inimitable expert in multitasking, executive producer Oscar, also apparently working on his meditation skillset.
Posted to Larry Forman (RE: Damon Seligson (Read's team) regarding Proctor and MSP) 0618/2026/
Am I surprised that Read's team is correct, no. However, let me try to give this judge an "escape clause". QUESTIONS: Could it be that the judge is well aware of how childish, contentious and unprofessional the McAlberts' and Proctor's legal representation is, plus that he knew Read's team had a valid response? Hence he "shushed" Seligson. In requesting that Motion To Clarify The Record to be filed, might the judge have spared the court at least 2 ineffective Zoom calls and several wasteful (of time) court meetings? Well, at least that is my best case scenario.π
Posted to LittleGirlAttorney (RE: Plea from Lively's attorney for another month on fees) 06/17/2206
The exasperation on the face of LGA says it for all of us, are we there yet? QUESTIONS: Aren't attorneys required to keep detailed records in order to bill their clients? Wouldn't it be sanctionable if such records were not kept timely and accurately? IMO either their record keeping is faulty or their ethics are shaky. The plaintiff's response to Wayfarer's countersuit in the time period of January - June 2025 was minimal compared to the entire case. At least Judge Liman only allowed 7 days extension not 30 as plaintiff's attorney had requested. 100% speculation, but I am guessing the actually fees involved are only in the high 5 figures. The PR plan (of course I cite an alleged plan π) likely is best suited for, at minimum, a 6-figure result. It would be nice if they could keep it under 150k, then Wayfarer's insurance could pay it to the plaintiff's legal firm's trust account. Everyone could move on. At least that is my highly unrealistic dream.
Posted to NAG (RE: Part One of Amy Griffin Update) Uploaded to You Tube on 06/17/2026
Fascinating. PR has learned that YT legal content creators have a reach to the public? That was the good news. The bad news is that the data cannot be verified. We can all hum, πΆone of these things is not like the other...πΆ, when discussing due diligence done regarding info dumps on MSM vs. new media by either known or unknown sources.
Posted to NAG (RE: Part Two of Amy Griffin Update) Uploaded to You Tube on 06/17/2026
I am leaning a bit towards Jane Doe speaking the truth, Amy Griffin is the prototypical rich powerful person with easy access to very aggressive attorneys. In addition she and her spouse have a financial stake in the drug which gave Amy Griffin her "epiphany". However that is my bias. Unless there are people from the time of the incident willing to support either woman with records or photos, I am afraid the only way is to lose HIPAA protection. One would hypothesize that any physical injuries along with emotional stress must have been observable by guardians and medical professionals. Otherwise this seems to be a she said, she said. The NYT involvement is just plain weird. MSM needs to send everyone back to journalism school matched with a course in liability regarding improperly vetted source material. Back to reality, was Frank's toy found? My cat's fav places are behind any furniture especially under sofas positioned just beyond the reach of a human arm. If you have a yard, check there albeit cautiouslyπ
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Posted to Runkle of The Bailey (RE: Michael Proctor in Myles King Case) Uploaded 06/07/2016
Ordinarily I dismiss emotional statements by defense attorneys in such filings as hyperbole for dramatic effect. However, I think that criminal defense attorney Rosemary C. Scapicchio's comment is worth repeating here: "This disclosure contained some of the most heinous, racist and disturbing conversations that counsel has seen in over thirty years of practice as a criminal defense attorney." I agree with Runkle saying that it speak volumes about any security organization who would hire Proctor. I have a private, unsupported, totally speculative theory that those in charge knew who they were hiring when Michael Proctor joined MST.
Posted to Growing Up In Scientology (RE: Scientology vs. a Clearwater Protest) Uploaded 06/17/2026
We know its a cult, but as it is unfortunately legally a religion, isn't there a problem with a religion purchasing municipal property that is actually owned and maintained by non-sectarian taxpayers? Obviously I am not a lawyer. I am far away from Florida, but I hope there is considerable media coverage, crowds of unhappy residents and supportive ACLU filings. Even if the end is determined, make them (the cult) really work for it. Even if Clearwater cannot be saved, this protest being made public will allow other communities nationally and internationally to stop this from happening in their area.
Posted to penguinz0 (RE: Ned Fulmer doing standup) Uploaded to You Tube on 06/17/2026
Oh no, just no. That anyone in his position would voluntarily do this to themselves is beyond comprehension. Are his children in school? If so this will hurt them. While train wrecks can be quite dramatic in a movie, this isn't that. This is the imagery of an old carnival with the clown trying to get laughs by tipping over while riding his absurdly tiny tricycle. Actually even as a child, I never found that funny either.
