Episode

Cup of Justice Bonus 8: Big Moments and Bad Ideas: Week One of the Russell Laffitte Trial
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50:22
Published: Fri Nov 11 2022
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Mandy Matney, Liz Farrell and Eric Bland meet up in Charleston to share their thoughts on who the winners and losers are so far in Russell Laffitte’s federal trial. They also check in with South Carolina Rep. Justin Bamberg — who is fresh off his re-election victory — to talk about Russell’s bizarre decision to proclaim his innocence on YouTube three days before his trial began. Russell TV aka Russell’s public pleas of innocence can be found here: https://bit.ly/3G2iZpo We all want to drink from the same Cup of Justice — and it starts with learning about our legal system. What questions do y’all have for us? Email [email protected] and we'll do our best to answer your questions in these bonus episodes. Listen to episode 56 for Alania Plyler's account of what occurred when Russell took over her conservatorship or watch it on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/mGUCNX-zUcw In other BIG NEWS! since publishing this episode, Cup of Justice launched on its own feed and hit #1 on Apple on the first day!!! Please consider giving our newly launched Cup of Justice a 5 star review on Apple & Spotify to help us in our mission to expose the truth wherever it leads!! COJ on Apple: https://apple.co/3HHT9av COJ on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3WMKkAI We all want to drink from the same Cup Of Justice — and it starts with learning about our legal system. What questions do y’all have for us? Email [email protected] and we'll do our best to answer your questions in these bonus episodes. Consider joining our MMP Premium Membership community to help us SHINE THE SUNLIGHT! CLICK HERE to learn more: https://bit.ly/3BdUtOE What questions do y’all have for us? Email [email protected] and we'll do our best to answer your questions in these bonus episodes. SUNscribe to our free email list to get alerts on bonus episodes, calls to action, new shows and updates. AND by sharing your email, we'll send details on exclusive content only available from our SUNScription email list - CLICK HERE to learn more: https://bit.ly/3KBMJcP And a special thank you to our sponsors: Microdose.com, VOURI, and others. Use promo code "MANDY" for a special offer! Find us on social media: https://www.facebook.com/MurdaughPod/ https://www.instagram.com/murdaughmurderspod/ Twitter.com/mandymatney YouTube.com/c/MurdaughMurders Support Our Podcast at: https://murdaughmurderspodcast.com/support-the-show Please consider sharing your support by leaving a review on Apple at the following link: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/murdaugh-murders-podcast/id1573560247 *The views expressed on the Cup of Justice bonus episodes do not constitute legal advice. Listeners desiring legal advice for any particular legal matter are urged to consult an attorney of their choosing who can provide legal advice based upon a full understanding of the facts and circumstances of their claim. The views expressed on the Cup of Justice episodes also do not express the views or opinions of Bland Richter, LLP, or its attorneys. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Listening to complex testimonies in court trials, especially those involving financial details, can be overwhelming for jurors.
00:00 - 04:19 (04:19)
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Justice system
Summary

Listening to complex testimonies in court trials, especially those involving financial details, can be overwhelming for jurors. We should take into consideration their lack of familiarity with the justice system and the significance of the amount of settlements and legal fees being discussed, especially if those amounts are in the context of past years.

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The relationship between law firms and banks can be too close, with lawyers being some of the biggest customers of the bank and having familial connections adds another level of bias to the legal system.
04:19 - 08:11 (03:51)
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Law and Banking
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The relationship between law firms and banks can be too close, with lawyers being some of the biggest customers of the bank and having familial connections adds another level of bias to the legal system.

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Alex had concerns over his liability in a boat crash lawsuit, while there were worries about other secrets being kept for a long time within the company.
08:11 - 12:03 (03:52)
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Lawsuit, Secrets
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Alex had concerns over his liability in a boat crash lawsuit, while there were worries about other secrets being kept for a long time within the company. The linked date of the financial crimes and the murder provided a new reason for the company's involvement.

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Cup of Justice Bonus 8: Big Moments and Bad Ideas: Week One of the Russell Laffitte Trial
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The speaker narrates an incident of how they got locked in a courthouse stairwell while trying to leave jury selection.
12:03 - 14:17 (02:13)
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Courthouse
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The speaker narrates an incident of how they got locked in a courthouse stairwell while trying to leave jury selection. They accidentally opened the door outside the security only to realize they have to go through it again to leave the building.

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Cup of Justice Bonus 8: Big Moments and Bad Ideas: Week One of the Russell Laffitte Trial
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A discussion of lawyers who behave unprofessionally in a courtroom setting, including use of personal attacks, ignoring court procedures, and attempting to one-up the judge in front of the jury.
14:17 - 22:06 (07:48)
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Lawyers
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A discussion of lawyers who behave unprofessionally in a courtroom setting, including use of personal attacks, ignoring court procedures, and attempting to one-up the judge in front of the jury.

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Cup of Justice Bonus 8: Big Moments and Bad Ideas: Week One of the Russell Laffitte Trial
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In this episode, the hosts discuss the closing arguments in the Alex Murdaugh case.
22:12 - 30:40 (08:27)
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Alex Murdaugh
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In this episode, the hosts discuss the closing arguments in the Alex Murdaugh case. They discuss how the defense tried to shift the blame to others and the prosecution's attempt to dissect the case against Murdaugh.

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Cup of Justice Bonus 8: Big Moments and Bad Ideas: Week One of the Russell Laffitte Trial
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The jurors are often confused about whether they should focus only on the accused or consider the whole picture while assessing a case which makes the job of a criminal lawyer more challenging.
30:40 - 34:03 (03:22)
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Criminal Law
Summary

The jurors are often confused about whether they should focus only on the accused or consider the whole picture while assessing a case which makes the job of a criminal lawyer more challenging.

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Cup of Justice Bonus 8: Big Moments and Bad Ideas: Week One of the Russell Laffitte Trial
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A video was uploaded to YouTube during the Dylann Roof trial that resulted in confusion and speculation as to who created the video and who it was targeting.
34:03 - 41:35 (07:32)
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Dylann Roof
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A video was uploaded to YouTube during the Dylann Roof trial that resulted in confusion and speculation as to who created the video and who it was targeting.

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Cup of Justice Bonus 8: Big Moments and Bad Ideas: Week One of the Russell Laffitte Trial
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The podcast discusses the possibility of journalists interviewing Curtis Flowers' legal defense team after their Supreme Court hearing since the team has been mostly silent throughout the case.
41:35 - 48:34 (06:58)
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Curtis Flowers
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The podcast discusses the possibility of journalists interviewing Curtis Flowers' legal defense team after their Supreme Court hearing since the team has been mostly silent throughout the case. They also question if attorney Rob McDuff's recent interview with American Public Media's In The Dark podcast was an attempt to beat them to it.

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Cup of Justice Bonus 8: Big Moments and Bad Ideas: Week One of the Russell Laffitte Trial
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