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Should Popular Diabetes/Weight Loss Drugs Such as Ozempic Come with Stricter Warnings?
Should Tik Tok be banned?
Is Vegas Ready For Shrooms?
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In recent months, lawsuits connected to popular weight loss drugs such as Ozempic have skyrocketed, with plaintiffs claiming that the warnings for side effects weren’t properly indicated. While it can be argued that television commercials promoting these drugs fall short in describing “every" potential side effect, the printed inserts that come with the prescriptions are typically very detailed. We debate this issue, including potential legal cases that could be made against the drug makers, and also whether patients are properly using the drugs for their intended purpose. Host: Gerard Ramalho Attorney: Tony Abbatangelo Guest: Dr. Daliah Wachs
The House approved legislation that would ban TikTok if its Beijing-based parent company (ByteDance) doesn’t divest from the popular social media platform. Those in favor of a ban argue Chinese authorities could force ByteDance to hand over data on the 170 million Americans who use TikTok. The issue will head to the Senate where opinions are divided. Opponents argue the measure stifles free expression. Locally, some social influencers believe a ban could kill, or at least harm the “influencer” industry. Our guest was: Miranda Lopez a social media expert who manages "influencer” clients. Host: Gerard Ramalho Attorney: Tony Abbatangelo Guest: Miranda Lopez
There's a movement to decriminalize psilocybin, aka “shrooms”, for therapeutic use in states across the country. We speak with some Nevada advocates about the potential medicinal benefits, and discuss possible pitfalls, including whether irresponsible users will be driving while “tripping”. How close are we to some form of legalization in Nevada, and are we only steps away from Shroom Lounges? The Vegas Verdict asks, Is Vegas Ready For Shrooms? Host: Gerard Ramalho Attorney: Tony Abbatangelo Guests: Jon Dalton, Nevada Coalition for Psychedelic Medicines & Kate Cotter, Nevada Coalition for Psychedelic Medicines
When Las Vegas Judge Mary Kay Holthus denied parole to defendant Deobra Redden, Redden impulsively lunged at the bench, assaulting her. The incident, caught on tape, quickly garnered national attention. Both the judge and a court security officer received minor injuries, prompting scrutiny of courtroom security measures nationwide. The Vegas Verdict asks, Should Courtroom Security Protocols Be Strengthened? Host: Gerard Ramalho Attorney: Tony Abbatangelo