The Bravo Docket

It’s part two of Hurricane Leah! This week, we’re continuing our breakdown of Leah McSweeney’s lawsuit against Bravo, NBCUniversal, and Andy Cohen—this time focusing on her alcohol-related claims and requests for accommodations. From her allegations about being pushed to relapse on Ultimate Girls Trip to Bravo’s alleged pattern of firing rather than accommodating cast members, we’re unpacking the...

Hurricane Leah is coming to town! This week, we’re diving  into Leah McSweeney’s lawsuit against Bravo, Andy Cohen, and NBCUniversal — and we’ve got a lot of ground to cover, so this will be several parts. Today, we’re breaking down Leah’s claims, what it means to claim disability discrimination under the law, the retaliation and harassment allegations, Andy's role and of course, the Hurricane Lea...

Welcome back, Legal Team! With Real Housewives of Beverly Hills wrapping up for the year, we’re closing out our legal deep dive with part two of all things Erika Jayne. This week, we unpack the Marco Marco lawsuit filed in Florida by designer Marco Morante—plus how it connects to the earlier California case filed by Christopher Psaila. We break down the overlapping claims, Erika’s motion to dismis...

While The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills wraps up for the season, Legal Team—we’re just getting started. We’re back with major Erika Jayne legal updates, diving into the trustee’s case tied to the Girardi Keese bankruptcy. From the millions allegedly funneled to Erika and EJ Global to what the trustee is seeking and where the case stands now—we’re breaking it all down. Stay tuned for part 2, whe...

Part 2 is here—and things are only getting messier for PK. We’re diving straight back into PK’s 2013 UK bankruptcy case, breaking down the cross-examinations and how he continues to thrive in the legal grey area. From the Bellagio debt and his 2019 debtor’s exam to a surprise appearance in the Winklevoss twins’ lawsuit, there’s no shortage of twists in this episode.     What’s on the docket?   Wha...

Another week, another RHOBH-adjacent legal deep dive! This time, we’re untangling the wild financial web of PK Kemsley—from his star-studded business ventures and high-stakes gambling to bankruptcy and legal filings on both sides of the pond. He’s got quite the resume and we’ve got all the juicy details. What’s on the docket? Life and work updates from the ladies! PK’s business ventures, from the...

Legal Team, we’re finally back to Bravo — and it feels SO good! This week, we're tackling two wildly different legal sagas. First up, we’re breaking down Mauricio Umansky’s ongoing legal drama, where his past Sweetwater Malibu property lawsuit is now tangled in new PPP loan controversy. Then, we’re diving into Karen Huger’s (AKA The Grand Dame) fourth DUI case — from courtroom strategies to her se...

We’re back with Part 5   (or is it a million?!) of the  It Ends with Us  legal saga. This week, we’re picking up right where we left off with Justin Baldoni’s complaint against Blake Lively, and the drama just keeps escalating. We’re breaking down more allegations from Lively’s camp, along with Baldoni’s legal team’s not-so-subtle clap-backs and responses. Thanks for sticking it out with us throug...

Legal Team, it’s time for another deep dive into the It Ends with Us lawsuits! This week, we’re tackling Justin Baldoni’s side of the story, breaking down his 179-page complaint. From the infamous voice memo to the creative control battle, we’re unpacking every twist and turn. And with the sheer length of this lawsuit, we’ll be covering it over multiple episodes—so buckle up, there’s a lot more to...

We’re back with more It Ends with Us lawsuit drama! This week, we’re diving into two side cases tied to the Blake Lively vs. Justin Baldoni saga.  First up: Jonesworks LLC vs. Jennifer Abel, Melissa Nathan, Justin Baldoni, and Wayfarer Studios. Then, we break down Baldoni’s defamation lawsuit against The New York Times.   We’re covering these cases in order, so stay tuned—this saga is just getting...

It’s time for part two, Legal Team! On the last episode, we broke down the explosive lawsuit between It Ends with Us stars Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni. This week, we’re continuing from where we left off and wrapping Blake’s side of the lawsuit—bringing even more drama to light. And this is only just the beginning! Stay tuned for the next episode, where we’ll dive into the PR agency’s lawsuit a...

It’s time to tackle the headlines, Legal Team! You’ve been asking, and we’re delivering. Today, we’re diving into the pop culture lawsuit that’s taken over everyone’s feeds: Blake Lively vs. Justin Baldoni. This case offers a fascinating look at Hollywood’s inner workings, from PR strategies to revealing text messages and everything in between.    With so many details to cover, this will be a two-...

Happy New Year, Legal Team! A new year might be here, but we’re kicking things off by revisiting a classic Bravo legal saga—Tom and Erika Girardi. With  Real Housewives of Beverly Hills  back on our screens, there’s no better time to unpack the latest updates in this ongoing drama.  And for those asking about all the recent legal chaos in the Bravo world, don’t worry—we’ve got you covered. This ye...

Happy Holidays, Legal Team! Need a break from the holiday hustle? We’ve got just the escape for you.  Ever wondered what goes into a Bravo talent contract? Today, we’re pulling back the curtain and diving into these fascinating agreements. Using  RHONY  alum Leah McSweeney’s original 2019 talent contract, we’ll walk you through every page, breaking it down in a way that feels like a deep cut from...

This week, we’re continuing our Salt Lake City Roundup with a focus on Lisa Barlow and her “baby,” Vida Tequila. Over the last four years, Lisa and John Barlow have faced a series of legal battles, and in today’s episode, we’re diving into each lawsuit, breaking down the challenges they’ve encountered and where things stand now. Let’s just say Henry and Jack might want to start considering careers...

In honor of  The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City  gracing our screens, it’s the perfect time to untangle some legal drama! This episode unpacks Mary M. Cosby’s church business lawsuit, the lip-filler legal battle between Heather Gay and Monica Garcia, and an MLM crash course spotlighting Whitney Rose and Kandi Burruss’ business ventures.  Listener Homework:  Our previous episode covering Mary M...

As  The Real Housewives of Orange County  season winds down, the off-screen legal drama is just heating up! This week, we're diving into the legal battles surrounding Gina Kirschenheiter's boyfriend, Travis Mullen, and his disputes with his ex-wife, Meghan Mullen (aka MJ). If you found yourself questioning Gina’s choice to live separately from Travis this season, this episode will shed light on th...

Welcome to The Bravo Docket, where reality TV drama meets the courtroom. Join Cesie and Angela, two attorneys with a passion for pop culture, as they dive into the juiciest lawsuits and legal battles in the world of Bravo. Each episode breaks down sensational legal disputes, making complex issues both engaging and accessible. Whether you're here for facts, fun, or Law 101, get ready to laugh, lear...

If you’ve made it this far, Legal Team, you deserve a gold star! This week, we’re diving straight back in and wrapping up the infamous paternity scam between Bachelor alumni Clayton Echard and Laura Owens. On this episode, we will be focusing primarily on the legal aspects of the case, how it’s all unfolded, and sharing our final thoughts. Again, if you haven’t listened to parts 1, 2, and 3, we hi...

This scam is truly the gift that keeps on giving, Legal Team. This week, we’re picking right back up where we left off in the infamous Bachelor alumni paternity scandal involving Clayton Echard and Laura Owens. Like we’ve said before, there’s so much ground to cover and tea to spill with this one.     *Required homework: Listen to parts 1 and 2 before diving into this episode.     What’s on the do...

Welcome back, Legal Team! This week, we’re stepping away from the Bravo-verse and diving headfirst into Bachelor Nation. After holding off on covering this whirlwind of a case, we’re finally breaking down the chaos surrounding former Bachelor Clayton Echard’s paternity scandal. As you can imagine, there’s a lot to unpack—so buckle up for a multi-episode deep dive where we’ll cover it all.    What’...

As promised, Legal Team, we’re back with part 2 of Clayton Echard’s paternity scandal! While Cesie is busy with wedding prep, Angela and her husband John are stepping in to continue unraveling the drama. If you haven’t caught part 1 yet, we highly recommend giving it a listen first!    What’s on the docket?  Quick recap of part 1 and how this scam escalated the way it did   A walkthrough of the fi...

We're shaking things up this week, Legal Team! In this episode, we dive into the high-profile legal battle between MGA Entertainment and The OMG Girlz, led by none other than T.I. and his wife, Tameka 'Tiny' Harris. The case centers around MGA's creation of dolls that bear a striking resemblance to The OMG Girlz. This trial is especially significant to us, as Cesie had the privilege of working on...

The drama in the O.C. continues, Legal Team. But this week, Jennifer Pedranti and her fiancé Ryan Boyajian are up to bat (pun intended). The Real Housewives of Orange County partner has found himself in some hot water after being tied to a high-profile gambling case involving MLB superstar Shohei Ohtani, his interpreter, Ippei Mizuhara, and "bookie" Matthew Boyer. There's so much to unpack in this...

Another week, and the Storm(s) in O.C. rages on! Today we are jumping right back into the details of The Real Housewives of Orange County’s Shannon Beador’s DUI and unpacking the recent threats from her ex, John Janssen, and Jesus Jugs (aka Alexis Bellino) of releasing the alleged and potentially “life-ruining” videos.    What’s on the docket?  Your hosts catch up on Cesie’s wedding cake tasting a...