Parallel Justice

In this remastered episode, Jason Amala and Vincent Nappo discuss the collapse of Backpage.com, the complexities of civil and criminal trials and the role that Congress played. Survivors challenged a company worth $135 million, changed the way that we think about trafficking and successfully held an industry giant to account. Learn more about these attorneys by visiting their websites. Jason Amala...

Chicago trial attorney Marty Dolan joins the podcast to discuss the civil case he brought on behalf of the family of Gizzell Ford, an eight-year-old girl who was abused to death by her father and grandmother in 2013. Dolan breaks down how he built a negligence case not against the abusers — who faced criminal charges — but against the forensic pediatrician who examined Gizzell just three weeks bef...

Little Rock attorneys Josh Gillispie and Joseph Gates join the podcast today to discuss one of the most catastrophic daycare abuse cases either has handled: an 8-month-old infant left permanently blind and brain damaged after being violently shaken at an unlicensed home daycare in Arkansas. Gillispie and Gates break down the medical evidence that exposed the daycare's shifting cover story, the cri...

This episode, the first of two about Backpage.com , a classified adult website, paints a portrait of the resilience of survivors and their families in a groundbreaking case that redefined the way that we think about private sector accountability and sex trafficking online. In this case, survivors challenged a company worth $135 million and successfully held an industry giant to account.  Learn mor...

Massachusetts attorney Laura Mangini joins the podcast to discuss the case of a seventh-grade grade social studies teacher accused of sexually grooming and abusing students in his classroom. Mangini, who represents the families of the victims, examines the ongoing civil suit against Springfield school officials for their negligence and failure to investigate multiple reports from both teachers and...

“Ghostship: The Warehouse Fire That Caused 36 Deaths” is a powerful memorial and investigation into the 2016 Oakland Ghostship fire. Attorney Mary Alexander and NCVC's Renee Williams walk listeners through the negligence and foresight of individuals that could have prevented this loss of life. This podcast memorializes the lives that the victims of this tragedy lived and the resilience of the fami...

On today’s episode, attorney Jessica Arbour joins us to break down the case of a young all-star cheerleader who alleged she was sexually abused by her cheerleading coach, Vigiland D’Haiti. Arbour, who represents the cheerleader in a civil lawsuit against World Cheer Center, discusses how failures in both the cheerleading industry- including oversight in the USA All Star Federation- led to young gi...

We hear from Vince Finaldi, John Clune, and Kristen Gibbons Fedden, three high powered National Crime Victim Bar Association attorneys who fought back against Michael Jackson, Bill Cosby, Harvey Weinsten and Supreme Justice Brett Kavanaugh.  In the finale of this two part episode, host Renee Williams dives into complex questions about legacy, power, culture, and justice for survivors.  Vince Final...

In this episode, Miami attorney Michael Haggard joins to discuss the murder of Christian Toby Obumseli, murdered by his girlfriend and OnlyFans model Courtney Clenney. Haggard, who represents Obumseli’s family in a civil wrongful death lawsuit, examines the high-profile nature of the investigation and the public attention that came with it. He also walks listeners through how racial stereotypes ma...

Chicago attorney Symone Shinton joins the podcast to examine the case of a woman who says she was raped by a security guard at the luxury apartment complex where she rented when she returned home too intoxicated to find her unit. Symone breaks down the novel legal claims that arose due to the circumstances of this assault, including the apartment complex's refusal to break Jane Doe's lease after r...

Ohio attorney Konrad Kircher joins the podcast today to discuss the financial realities of the justice system and his experience representing sexual abuse victims. Kircher breaks down the accessibility of legal representation in civil courts, the use of contingency fees, and the process of negotiating various types of settlements. Through this conversation, listeners gain a clearer understanding o...

This is a remastered version of the first-ever Parallel Justice episode: Unmasking Our Idols Part 1! Join us for an interactive discussion between Vince Finaldi, John Clune, and Kristen Gibbons Fedden, three high powered National Crime Victim Bar Association attorneys who fought back against Michael Jackson, Bill Cosby, Harvey Weinsten and Supreme Justice Brett Kavanaugh.  In the first of this two...

In this episode, attorney Christine Dunn joins us to discuss sexual assault in the military and the legal barriers many victims face when seeking justice. The episode examines the case of Major Micheal Stockton, an army anesthesiologist, who pled guilty to sexual misconduct charges in 2025. We also break down the controversial Feres Doctrine and discuss how it has historically limited service memb...

Attorney Jeff Fritz discusses a case involving school abuse in New Jersey. The case revolves around a seventh-grade student, Jane Doe, who was groomed and abused by her history teacher, Don Walker. The abuse continued into high school, and Walker even convinced Jane Doe to live with him for a period of time. The case highlights the importance of reporting abuse to Child Protective Services and the...

Special guests Tony Romanucci and Tad Thomas are leading the charge in fighting gun violence in the US. In this episode, they provide valuable insights into the legal challenges, implications, and potential outcomes of seeking justice for the victims of mass shootings. Join us on this compelling installment of Parallel Justice as we delve into the complexities of finding justice and accountability...

In this episode, Renee Williams interviews Michael Haggard, managing partner of Haggard Law Firm out of Florida, in person. Michael Haggard and his firm have been representing crime victims for the last 20 years and played a major role in the cases surrounding the 2018 shooting that occurred at Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida, where 17 people lost their lives and 17 more were inj...

Between 1987 and 2014 countless students were abused at Miracle Meadows, a boarding school in West Virginia. These students often complained, but their complaints were repeatedly dismissed. Join Guy D’Andrea, W. Jesse Forbes, and Scott Long, the attorneys who broke this case, as they discuss what they learned through the course of this case and how it fits in with the larger trend of the “Troubled...

Not many religions are as shrouded in secrecy as the Church of Latter Day Saints (LDS) and its progeny. This secrecy cultivates a culture that is ripe for abuse to occur. Attorney Peter Janci of Crew Janci LLP represents sexual abuse survivors including those abused by LDS and FDLS clergy and rejoins us for this episode of the podcast to discuss how the abuse occurs and how we can combat it.  Sexu...

The Catholic church has a go-to playbook to avoid liability in child sex abuse cases. Last time, we talked to Jeff Anderson and Mike Finnegan, attorneys from Jeff Anderson & Associates who represent victims of childhood sexual crimes, about how the Catholic church utilizes bankruptcy to avoid helping victims. This time, we speak with them again to discuss one other way the Church has historica...

The Catholic church has a go-to playbook to avoid liability in child sex abuse cases. Join Renee Williams as she interviews Attorney Jeff Anderson and Attorney Mike Finnegan from Jeff Anderson & Associates , one of the most recognized law firms in the nation that represents victims of childhood sexual abuse, as they discuss how and why the Church uses bankruptcy to avoid helping their victims....

Jerry Sandusky. Larry Nasser. Richard Strauss.  These names are synonymous with abuse.  Less attention is paid to the institutions that protect these predators, and even less to the individuals who knew of abuse every day and choose to not report.  Join law professor Amos Guiora as he explains the harms perpetrated by those who enable abusers.  More information on Professor Guiora is available at:...

On May 3, 2010; UVA Women’s Lacrosse star, Yeardley Love was murdered in her Charlottesville Apartment.  Twelve years later, Yeardley’s killer was held accountable in civil court.  Join this conversation with Yeardley’s family attorney, Kevin Biniazan, as he discusses the case and one family’s quest for justice.  More information One Love Foundation is available at: https://www.joinonelove.org/ . ...

Tensions between law enforcement and communities of color were on the rise well before the murder of George Floyd.  Join Attorney Tony Romanucci in this continuing conversation on the current state of policing in America.  Mr. Romanucci discusses previous cases of brutality that weren't publicized and discusses how disturbing practices continue to propagate.  Mr. Romanucci’s information is availab...

George Floyd’s murder was a spark into an already loaded powder keg.  Despite extensive press and publicity, misconceptions regarding the murder and the subsequent trials remain.  Join Floyd family co-counsel Antonio Romanucci as he discusses the case and the issues that were pervasive in the Minneapolis Police Department for years. More information on Mr. Romanucci is available at: https://www.rb...

Join us as attorney Rich Anderson talks about his case where a 9 year old sexual assault victim was accused of defamation by her abuser. Rich explains how this repeat predator tried to use the civil justice system to his benefit, and how the road to justice can be long and winding. Attorney Rich Anderson passionate and unrelenting advocate for victims and children. Find out more about him here: ht...