Beador War - Part 2

Welcome back, Legal Team! In part three of our Leah McSweeney coverage, we’re unpacking the motion to dismiss hearing and how NBC, Bravo, and Andy Cohen are relying on First Amendment protections to defend against Leah’s claims. We break down the key arguments from both sides, including how a landmark lawsuit against The Bachelor is being used to set precedent for reality TV casting and production decisions. Plenty of legal drama this week — and even more ahead!      What’s on the docket?   Defendants (NBC/Bravo/Andy Cohen) present their arguments on their motion to dismiss  Transcript highlights from the hearing held on November 14, 2024   Arguments in defense of Andy Cohen regarding drug use and sexist discrimination allegations   Leah’s attorney responds to the motion   Detailed overview of The Bachelor lawsuit and how it's being used as precedent to defend creative and casting decisions in Leah’s case  Access additional content and our Patreon here: ⁠⁠⁠https://zez.am/thebravodocket⁠⁠⁠        The Bravo Docket podcast, the statements we make whether in our own media or elsewhere, and any content we post are for entertainment purposes only and do not provide legal advice. Any party consuming our information should consult a lawyer for legal advice. The podcast, our opinions, and our posts, are our own and are not associated with our employers, Bravo TV, or any other television network. Cesie is admitted to the State Bars of California and New York. Angela is admitted to the State Bars of Texas, Kansas, and Missouri.        Thank you to our incredible sponsors!  iRestore: Our listeners are getting a HUGE discount on the iRestore Elite when you use code BRAVODOCKET at iRestore.com    Oneskin: You can try OneSkin with 15% off using code BRAVODOCKET at oneskin.co.    Quince: Visit Quince.com/docket for free shipping on your order and 365 day returns.    Rula: Head on over to Rula.com/bravodocket to get started today. After you sign up they ask you where you heard about them. PLEASE support our show and tell them our show sent you.    L-Nutra Prolon: Visit ProlonLife.com/DOCKET to claim your 15% discount and your $40 bonus gift.    CashApp: Download Cash App Today using code BRAVODOCKET #CashAppPod   Wayfair: Shop the best selection of home improvement online. Get renovating with Wayfair. Head to ⁠⁠⁠Wayfair.com⁠⁠⁠ right now.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 rest of her complaint. Next, we’ll see what the judge has to say about Leah’s claims.  What’s on the docket?   Leah’s alcohol use disorder and related claims against Bravo and production  Allegations that Bravo encouraged relapse during Ultimate Girls Trip  Leah’s requests for reasonable accommodations — and what the law says about them  Claims that Bravo has a pattern of firing cast members rather than offering accommodations  Examples of other Bravo stars who maintained employment after getting sober    Access additional content and our Patreon here: ⁠⁠https://zez.am/thebravodocket⁠⁠        The Bravo Docket podcast, the statements we make whether in our own media or elsewhere, and any content we post are for entertainment purposes only and do not provide legal advice. Any party consuming our information should consult a lawyer for legal advice. The podcast, our opinions, and our posts, are our own and are not associated with our employers, Bravo TV, or any other television network. Cesie is admitted to the State Bars of California and New York. Angela is admitted to the State Bars of Texas, Kansas, and Missouri.        Thank you to our incredible sponsors!  Wild Grain: Wildgrain is offering our listeners $30 off the first box - PLUS free Croissants in every box - when you go to Wildgrain.com/BRAVODOCKET to start your subscription.    Quince: Visit Quince.com/docket for free shipping on your order and 365 day returns.    Wayfair: Shop the best selection of home improvement online. Get renovating with Wayfair. Head to ⁠⁠Wayfair.com⁠⁠ right now.      Rula: Head on over to Rula.com/ bravodocket to get started today. After you sign up they ask you where you heard about them. PLEASE support our show and tell them our show sent you.    L-Nutra Prolon: Visit ProlonLife.com/DOCKET to claim your 15% discount and your $40 bonus gift.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Leah of it all.    What’s on the docket?   Breakdown of Leah’s causes of action  What qualifies as a disability under the law  Harassment claims based on disability, religion, sex, and gender  Specific allegations against Andy Cohen  Key differences between New York State and New York City laws  What is RICO criminal law? A brief history and explanation  Alcohol culture on RHONY and its role in the lawsuit  & so much more! Stay tuned for part 2.  Access additional content and our Patreon here: ⁠https://zez.am/thebravodocket⁠      The Bravo Docket podcast, the statements we make whether in our own media or elsewhere, and any content we post are for entertainment purposes only and do not provide legal advice. Any party consuming our information should consult a lawyer for legal advice. The podcast, our opinions, and our posts, are our own and are not associated with our employers, Bravo TV, or any other television network. Cesie is admitted to the State Bars of California and New York. Angela is admitted to the State Bars of Texas, Kansas, and Missouri.      Thank you to our incredible sponsors!  Rula: Rula patients typically pay $15 per session when using insurance. Connect with quality therapists and mental health experts who specialize in you at ⁠https://www.rula.com/bravodocket⁠ #rulapod     Quince: Go to Quince.com/docket for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order.    Lume: Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @lumedeodorant and get 15% off with promo code BRAVODOCKET at ⁠LumeDeodorant.com⁠! #lumepod    L-Nutra: Prolon is offering The Bravo Docket listeners 15% off sitewide plus a $40 bonus gift when you subscribe to their 5-Day Program! Just visit ⁠ProlonLife.com/DOCKET⁠  Laundry Sauce: Make laundry day the best day of the week! Get 20% off your entire order @LaundrySauce with code DOCKET at https://laundrysauce.com/⁠DOCKET  #laundrysaucepod  Wayfair: Shop the best selection of home improvement online. Get renovating with Wayfair. Head to ⁠Wayfair.com⁠ right now.    Air Doctor: Head to AirDoctorPro.com and use promo code DOCKET to get UP TO $300 off today!   Graza: Head to Graza.co and use DOCKET to get 10% off of TRIO which includes Sizzle, Frizzle and Drizzle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 dismiss, and the role of her attorney (and rumored landlord) James Wilkes—who’s dealing with some legal trouble of his own.  What’s on the docket?  Key differences and overlaps with the original California filing by Christopher Psaila  Who Marco Marco is and their history with Erika  Claims filed by Marco Morante in the Florida case  Erika’s motion to dismiss based on lack of personal jurisdiction  Who is James Wilkes? A look at Erika’s attorney—and his connection to her  Wilkes’ own legal issues, including an aggravated assault charge  Mr. Wilkes’ delays in scheduling the motion to dismiss hearing  Details of the case management conference (March 2025)  The motion for relief from judgment filed by Wilkes  Access additional content and our Patreon here: https://zez.am/thebravodocket         The Bravo Docket podcast, the statements we make whether in our own media or elsewhere, and any content we post are for entertainment purposes only and do not provide legal advice. Any party consuming our information should consult a lawyer for legal advice. The podcast, our opinions, and our posts, are our own and are not associated with our employers, Bravo TV, or any other television network. Cesie is admitted to the State Bars of California and New York. Angela is admitted to the State Bars of Texas, Kansas, and Missouri.      Thank you to our incredible sponsors!  Rula: Rula patients typically pay $15 per session when using insurance. Connect with quality therapists and mental health experts who specialize in you at https://www.rula.com/bravodocket #rulapod     Quince: Go to Quince.com/docket for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order.    Lume: Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @lumedeodorant and get 15% off with promo code BRAVODOCKET at LumeDeodorant.com! #lumepod    L-Nutra: Prolon is offering The Bravo Docket listeners 15% off sitewide  plus a $40 bonus gift when you subscribe to their 5-Day Program! Just visit ProlonLife.com/DOCKET    Laundry Sauce: Make laundry day the best day of the week! Get 20% off your entire order @LaundrySauce with code DOCKET at https://laundrysauce.com/DOCKET  #laundrysaucepod    Wayfair: Shop the best selection of home improvement online. Get renovating with Wayfair. Head to Wayfair.com right now.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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, where we’ll get into the Florida case filed by Marco Marco.    What’s on the docket?  Erika’s behavior on RHOBH while navigating legal trouble  Breakdown of the trustee’s case against Erika and the Girardi Keese bankruptcy  Millions allegedly funneled to Erika instead of the firm  How this flew under the radar — An explanation on how law firm finances usually work  The trustee’s claims and what they’re seeking  Judge-issued sanctions over a late status report  Hearing transcript highlights: Erika’s attorney vs. trustee’s attorney  The trustee's position going into trial  Erika's position going into trial      Access additional content and our Patreon here: https://zez.am/thebravodocket         The Bravo Docket podcast, the statements we make whether in our own media or elsewhere, and any content we post are for entertainment purposes only and do not provide legal advice. Any party consuming our information should consult a lawyer for legal advice. The podcast, our opinions, and our posts, are our own and are not associated with our employers, Bravo TV, or any other television network. Cesie is admitted to the State Bars of California and New York. Angela is admitted to the State Bars of Texas, Kansas, and Missouri.         Thank you to our incredible sponsors!  Rula: Rula patients typically pay $15 per session when using insurance. Connect with quality therapists and mental health experts who specialize in you at https://www.rula.com/bravodocket #rulapod    Skims: The Fits Everybody collection is available in sizes XXS to 4X. You can shop now at SKIMS.com and SKIMS stores. After you place your order, be sure to let them know we sent you! Select "podcast" in the survey and be sure to select our show in the dropdown menu that follows.    Aquatru: Our listeners receive 20% OFF any AquaTru purifier! Go to AquaTru.com and enter code “DOCKET” “ at checkout.    Quince: Go to Quince.com/docket for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order.    Lume: Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @lumedeodorant and get 15% off with promo code BRAVODOCKET at LumeDeodorant.com! #lumepod    L-Nutra: Prolon is offering The Bravo Docket listeners 15% off sitewide  plus a $40 bonus gift when you subscribe to their 5-Day Program! Just visit ProlonLife.com/DOCKET    Laundry Sauce: Make laundry day the best day of the week! Get 20% off your entire order @LaundrySauce with code DOCKET at https://laundrysauce.com/DOCKET  #laundrysaucepod    Wayfair: Shop the best selection of home improvement online. Get renovating with Wayfair. Head to Wayfair.com right now.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices