Where Justice Meets Perspective
Welcome to the Vegas Verdict, your new go-to podcast for legal insights and verdicts on the most compelling local and national issues. Host Gerard Ramalho, alongside a roster of esteemed guests like former judge Tony “the Tapper” Abbatangelo, delves into the intricacies of legal battles, safety concerns in courtrooms, and the impact of mental health on justice. Through e ...
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NFL Superstar wide-receiver Tryeek Hill was pulled over and detained by Miami-Dade Police shortly before his opening season football game on Sunday. Several videos of the incident, including police body-cam footage detail the events that took place following the traffic stop. The officers involved are on paid-suspension pending an investigation. All major parties involved, including the NFL, Police, Police Unions, etc have issued statements. Hill’s agent says the restraining officer should be released from his job. Vegas Verdict is asking that question also: Should the restraining officer be fired? Host: Gerard Ramalho Guests: Patty Davidson,Host, betmoneyhoney.com & Tony Abbatangelo, The Vegas Lawyers
Renters in our state will tell you affordable apartments are scarce, and because of inflation many residents are being priced out. The Biden administration expressed interest in a federal form of rent control, capping annual rent-increases at 5-percent. Would that type of measure stabilize our market, and would it protect low and fixed-income families? What about the lack of inventory in Southern Nevada? Would a rent-control mandate discourage developers from building new properties? Our Vegas Verdict panel will debate pros and cons. Host: Gerard Ramalho Guests: Francesca Gilbert, The Gilbert Team, Real Estate Advocate & Ryan Hamilton, Clark County Commission Candidate, Dist. A
Did you know in Nevada driving the wrong way on the highway is considered a civil matter? Assemblyman Brian Hibbetts has submitted a bill draft request (BDR) to make the crime a misdemeanor. How is this not a crime already? There have been more than a half-dozen wrong way fatal crashes in Nevada so far this year (2024). Why does this keep happening, and will tougher laws help to preent further tragedies? Host: Gerard Ramalho Guests: Tony Abbatangelo, The Vegas Lawyers & Brian Hibbetts, Assemblyman (NV) Dist. 13
After receiving the number of signatures required, the Voter ID Initiative sponsored by Repair The Vote NV (PAC) will appear on this November’s ballot. Proponents argue it’s needed in order to ensure the voting process is transparent, and only those eligible are allowed to vote. Opponents argue this unfairly disenfranchises certain groups, minorities, the elderly, etc… who may not have an ID or the means to obtain one. How big an issue is this for Nevada’s immigrant community? How will Nevada vote? Host: Gerard Ramalho Guests: Patrick Lindemann, Immigration Attorney BestImmigrationLawyer.com & Dave Gibbs, Repair The Vote NV (PAC)
In a historic decision, the Supreme Court ruled that former presidents have at least some immunity from criminal prosecution for “official acts” in office, no matter their “politics, policy, or party,” but stipulated that that protection doesn't cover everything. Should presidents be immune? Host: Gerard Ramalho Guests: Paul Padda, Paul Padda Law & David Orentlicher, Dir., UNLV Boyd School of Law