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A report has surfaced from an Australian pop culture website claiming that Johnny Depp and Disney are working on a $301 million deal to revive Depp’s role as Captain Jack Sparrow. However, a representative for the actor told NBC News the report is, “Made up.” So who should fans believe? Law&Crime’s Sam Goldberg breaks it all down. LAW&CRIME SIDEBAR PRODUCTION: YouTube Management - Bobby Sz...

Law&Crime’s Angenette Levy recaps what happened in court when a no-nonsense Judge Azcarate entered the judgment for Johnny Depp v. Amber Heard. Plus, does an old email cast doubt on the testimony of one of Amber Heard’s friends? Ghislaine Maxwell placed on suicide watch ahead of her sentencing Tuesday. And Rudy Giuliani claims he was assaulted in a store while campaigning with his son. Gene Ro...

An intense legal battle between YouTubers David Dobrik and Jeff Wittek made headlines this week. Now, a viral TikTok video has set off a rumor mill claiming that Johnny Depp’s lawyer Camille Vasquez is going to represent Dobrik. Law&Crime’s Bobby Szoke breaks it all down. LAW&CRIME SIDEBAR PRODUCTION: YouTube Management - Bobby Szoke Podcasting - Sam Goldberg Video Editing - Sean Bauer Gue...

Jesse Weber and attorney Katherine Lizardo break down the newly released photos seemingly showing Amber Heard cheating on Johnny Depp, but why weren't they shown to the jury? The parents of Brian Laundrie try to toss out a lawsuit over their alleged role in the death of Laundrie's fiancé, Gabby Petito. Weber and YouTuber Jeremey Hambly from The Quartering discuss the intense legal fight between Yo...

Could Amber Heard's recent statements and a possible upcoming tell-all book get her into legal trouble again? Jesse Weber sits down with acclaimed first amendment attorney Floyd Abrams.  The investigation into the death of comedian Bob Saget takes a turn as two deputies now find themselves in hot water. Former FBI agent Bobby Chacon explains. Browns quarterback DeShaun Watson settles alm...

Ghislaine Maxwell, the British socialite turned criminal defendant, is alleging serious abuse in jail. Could it affect her sentencing? Jesse Weber discusses with Law&Crime Managing Editor Adam Klasfeld. Weber and attorney Jenny El-Kadi analyze actor Kevin Spacey's new sex crimes case in the UK. The revenge porn trial between Rob Kardashian and his ex Blac Chyna ends before it even begins. Ente...

A juror from the Johnny Depp/Amber Heard trial has spoken out as the war of words between the sides continues in the media. Jesse Weber sits down with litigator Richard Schoenstein to break down the strange twist in Bill Cosby's sex abuse trial. Jesse also talks with wrestling podcaster Luke Owen about WWE CEO Vince McMahon's misconduct scandal and his decision to take a step back . . . or maybe n...

An investor sues Tesla founder Elon Musk for $285 billion claiming he is running a pyramid scheme by promoting the Dogecoin cryptocurrency. Unchained podcast host Laura Shin’s take on the lawsuit. Michael Avenatti pleads guilty to stealing millions from clients in California. His former attorney, Mark Geragos, weighs in on the plea. And an Ohio man comes up for parole for the murder of his disable...

A juror from Johnny Depp’s defamation trial speaks to ABC News about the verdict, the legal teams and Depp and Amber Heard as Camille Vasquez and Ben Chew prepare to represent Depp in another case. A member of a film crew accuses Depp of assault in a civil case in Los Angeles where the trial will begin in July. A cellmate of Ghislaine Maxwell says she was offered money to kill the British socialit...

Law&Crimes's Angenette Levy has highlights from Day 3 of NBC’s interview with Amber Heard and how her statements to Savannah Guthrie differ from her trial testimony. And, is Amber out of Aquaman 2? WWE legend Jeff Hardy nabbed for DUI and it’s caught on camera. Plus, a Santa Barbara County judge drops sex charges against Hollywood producer David Guillod. But, Guillod’s legal troubles may not b...

Law&Crime's Angenette Levy has the latest from Amber Heard’s interview with NBC including her claim that she never started a physical fight with Johnny Depp despite audio recordings capturing her saying otherwise. Kevin Spacey faces new sex charges in the UK. Will these stick? Attorney Philip Dube weighs in, and Michael Avenatti finally admits he stole millions from clients. Former federal pro...

Law&Crime's Angenette Levy brings you Amber Heard's first sit-down interview since the verdict where a jury found her liable for defamation. Heard sat down with Savannah Guthrie of NBC News and clips will be released all week in the lead up to Friday's primetime Dateline NBC special. Plus, Paramount Pictures sued over its new film, Top Gun: Maverick. Also a Pennsylvania attorney learns his pun...

Were the jury’s verdicts in the Johnny Depp v. Amber Heard trial inconsistent? Plus, prosecutors push for over 25 years in prison for R&B singer R. Kelly. Also, the next celebrity battle is underway between Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie. Will it be the next Depp v. Heard? Jesse Weber breaks it all down with criminal defense attorney Karen Felicia Nance and entertainment lawyer Mitra Ahouraian....

Jesse Weber recaps his interview with Johnny Depp's attorney Ben Chew. Chew talks about sitting next to Depp each day of the trial. Also, Chew gets emotional while discussing the verdict. Chew also has some strong responses to what Amber Heard's team has been saying post-verdict. READ FULL TRIAL RECAPS: lawandcrime.com LISTEN TO REAL CRIME PROFILE: APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/...

After Amber Heard lost to Johnny Depp in the defamation case seen around the world, the question becomes: can she win on appeal? From trial publicity to potential improper rulings we discuss it all. Jesse Weber sits down with Appellate and Litigation attorney Matthew Barhoma to analyze the likelihood Heard could get these verdicts thrown out, or even, Depp's damages award reduced. READ FULL T...

Which celebrities supported Johnny Depp or Amber Heard during the course of their incredible trial? What will the stars careers look like now? What is the future of #metoo? Are the rumors of Amber Heard being replaced on Aquaman 2 true? Law&Crime's Jesse Weber and Mediaite Entertainment Reporter Leia Idliby break it all down. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR OTHER PODCASTS: Court Junkie They Walk Among Americ...

In the aftermath of the Depp v. Heard verdict, the question is how can Amber Heard pay the $10.35 million judgment? Jesse Weber chats with Bruce Markell, a professor of bankruptcy law and practice at Northwestern. Markell is also a former bankruptcy judge. The two break it all down. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR OTHER PODCASTS: Court Junkie They Walk Among America Coptales and Cocktails Speaking Freely LA...

* THIS IS AN EPISODE OF THE OBJECTIONS PODCAST REPURPOSED FOR SIDEBAR * Renowned Court Reporter and the host of Law&Crime’s “ Objections ” podcast Adam Klasfeld explores the top differences between the U.K and U.S. Johnny Depp v. Amber Heard cases. Klasfeld also explains where they tread similar ground. Klasfeld is joined by Swedish criminologist Teresa Silva, who wrote a peer-reviewed academi...

Jesse Weber breaks down one of the biggest questions in the aftermath of the Johnny Depp/Amber Heard trial: Can Amber Heard be prosecuted for perjury? Jesse sits down with criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor Marie Pereira as they go through different portions of Heard's testimony.   READ FULL TRIAL RECAPS: lawandcrime.com SUBSCRIBE TO OUR OTHER PODCASTS: Court Junkie The...

Law&Crime's Angenette Levy breaks down the three biggest wins for Johnny Depp in his defamation trial against Amber Heard. First, when Depp testified that this was the first time he was able to publicly tell his side of the story. Second, former TMZ employee Morgan Tremaine testified on his involvement in Heard's public leaks. Lastly, when Amber admitted under cross-examination that she wrote...

The verdict of the Johnny Depp v. Amber Heard trial is in! Law&Crime's Angenette Levy has the lowdown on the outcome. Johnny Depp wins every defamation claim against ex-wife Amber Heard. The jury awards him $15M in damages. Amber Heard wins one claim. READ FULL TRIAL RECAPS: lawandcrime.com SUBSCRIBE TO OUR OTHER PODCASTS: Court Junkie They Walk Among America Coptales and Cocktails Speaking Fr...

Law&Crime’s Angenette Levy outlines (from outside the courtroom) the question from the jurors in Johnny Depp v. Amber Heard Tuesday about the headline of Heard’s Washington Post op-ed. The headline included the words “sexual violence. Judge Azcarate read the question and sent back the answer. The jury will also have to determine whether Heard republished the op-ed with actual malice by tweetin...

Law&Crime's Jesse Weber breaks down the 3 biggest wins for Amber Heard in her defamation trial against Johnny Depp. 1) The kitchen video that had everyone talking. 2) The makeup artist who claims she covered up Heard's bruises. 3) Heard's sister recounts actually seeing Depp violently attack the actress. Plus an honorable mention. READ FULL TRIAL RECAPS: lawandcri...

Jesse Weber breaks down Day 24 of the Johnny Depp v. Amber Heard defamation trial. Each side battles it out with closing arguments to the jury. Camille Vasquez tears into Heard's credibility. Ben Chew describes what Heard has done to Depp in the eyes of his fans. J. Benjamin Rottenborn explains what this case means for all domestic abuse survivors. Elaine Bredehoft te...

Law&Crime’s Angenette Levy has the highlights from the final witnesses in Johnny Depp and Amber Heard’s rebuttal cases. A surgeon testified for Depp that a vodka bottle could have severed part of Depp’s middle finger. Then, Amber Heard took the stand in her rebuttal to Depp’s rebuttal and told the jury that she has received hundreds of death threats and called the trial “the Johnny Depp show”....