Épisodes

  • Inside the Business of Justice: How Civil Courts Work for Sexual Abuse Survivors
    Jun 1 2026

    Ohio attorney Konrad Kircher joins the podcast today to discuss the financial realities of the justice system and his experience representing sexual abuse victims. Kircher breaks down the accessibility of legal representation in civil courts, the use of contingency fees, and the process of negotiating various types of settlements. Through this conversation, listeners gain a clearer understanding of the business side of the legal process and its implications for victims and their ability to get real justice.

    To contact this episode's guest: Kircher Law at Call 888-725-0811

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    37 min
  • Sexual Assault in the Military: The Legal Barriers to Justice
    May 25 2026

    In this episode, attorney Christine Dunn joins us to discuss sexual assault in the military and the legal barriers many victims face when seeking justice. The episode examines the case of Major Micheal Stockton, an army anesthesiologist, who pled guilty to sexual misconduct charges in 2025. We also break down the controversial Feres Doctrine and discuss how it has historically limited service members’ ability to pursue legal action against the government. Through Dunn’s insight and experience, listeners gain a deeper understanding of the systemic challenges surrounding military sexual assault and the push for reform.

    Guest Christine Dunn is a co-managing partner at Sanford Heisler Sharp McKnight's Washington, D.C., office. Contact her at cdunn@sanfordheisler.com.

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    35 min
  • From the Vault: Unmasking Our Idols Part 1
    May 27 2026

    This is a remastered version of the first-ever Parallel Justice episode: Unmasking Our Idols Part 1! Join us for an interactive discussion between Vince Finaldi, John Clune, and Kristen Gibbons Fedden, three high powered National Crime Victim Bar Association attorneys who fought back against Michael Jackson, Bill Cosby, Harvey Weinsten and Supreme Justice Brett Kavanaugh.

    In the first of this two part episode, host Renee Williams dives into complex questions about supporting survivors who are abused by high profile defendants, unique challenges faced, and what attorneys, providers and other victim service professionals can do to make sure that survivors are aware of their rights, options and are treated fairly.

    Vince Finaldi https://www.manlystewart.com/professionals/vince-w-finaldi/

    Kristen Gibbons Fedden https://www.anapolweiss.com/attorneys/kristen-gibbons-feden/

    John Clune https://www.hbcboulder.com/john-clune

    Visit the National Crime Victim Bar Association for referrals to victim-centered attorneys in your area. https://victimbar.org/

    To contact compassionate, confidential support, call or text 1-855-484-2846 or chat at VictimConnect Resource Center at https://victimconnect.org/

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    35 min
  • Ghostship: The Warehouse Fire That Caused 36 Deaths
    Oct 26 2021

    “Ghostship: The Warehouse Fire That Caused 36 Deaths” is a powerful memorial and investigation into the 2016 Oakland Ghostship fire. Led by esteemed guest Mary Alexander and hosted by National Center for Victims of Crime Executive Director Renee Williams , this podcast walks through the negligence and foresight of individuals that could have prevented this loss of life.

    This podcast memorializes the lives that the victims of this tragedy lived and the resilience of the families of the victims as they fight for justice through the civil and criminal system.

    Mary Alexander https://maryalexanderlaw.com/

    Visit the National Crime Victim Bar Association for referrals to victim-centered attorneys in your area. https://victimbar.org/

    To contact compassionate, confidential support, call or text 1-855-484-2846 or chat at VictimConnect Resource Center at https://victimconnect.org/

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    42 min
  • Reputational Harm: How one sexual predator claimed defamation against a child – and how one attorney fought back. Part 1
    Sep 13 2022

    Join us as attorney Rich Anderson talks about his case where a 9 year old sexual assault victim was accused of defamation by her abuser. Rich explains how this repeat predator tried to use the civil justice system to his benefit, and how the road to justice can be long and winding.

    Attorney Rich Anderson passionate and unrelenting advocate for victims and children. Find out more about him here: https://sgb-law.com/our-team/rich-anderson.

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    24 min
  • Scout’s Honor? Decades of Abuse Within the Boy Scouts of America Part 1
    Feb 1 2022

    The Boy Scouts of America, once one of the largest youth organizations in the country, fought for years to silence survivors and victims of crime who threatened their brand as a cherished American institution. After 100 years of documented abuse claims, over 80,000 survivors and victims of crime filed claims against the Boy Scouts of America. Now, they’re speaking out. Listen to Paul Slager and Michael Pfau, two attorneys who represent these survivors, to learn more in Part One of this two part episode.

    Click the links below to learn more about the attorneys featured in this episode:

    Paul Slager https://www.sgtlaw.com/attorney/paul-a-slager/

    Michael Pfau https://www.pcva.law/attorneys/michael-pfau/

    Visit the National Crime Victim Bar Association for referrals to victim-centered attorneys in your area. https://victimbar.org/

    Support is available through VictimConnect via call or text 1-855-4VICTIM (855-484-2846) or chat online at victimconnect.org.


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    38 min
  • Beneath the Surface: A Complex Web of Criminality in Texas Launch Plan
    Jan 25 2022

    Why would a company give a car to someone that they know shouldn’t be behind the wheel? One family's journey to seek justice after the loss of a family member in a vehicle collision in East Texas reveals a complex web of criminality that endangers the public. Listen to esteemed attorney Marc Lenahan, who chose not to take the easy choice but to investigate deeper, discovering a disturbingly common and extremely dangerous practice.

    Learn more about Marc Lenahan:

    https://www.dallassevereinjurylawyer.com/attorneys/marc-c-lenahan.html

    Visit the National Crime Victim Bar Association for referrals to victim-centered attorneys in your area. https://victimbar.org/

    To contact compassionate, confidential support, call or text 1-855-484-2846 or chat at VictimConnect Resource Center at https://victimconnect.org/

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    40 min
  • His Name was Ron: The Goldman’s Fight for Justice in the Glare of a National Spotlight (Part Two)
    Jan 11 2022

    Kim Goldman and Fred Goldman join host Renee Williams on the finale of their two part episode on Parallel Justice. The Goldman’s discuss the loss of their beloved family member Ron Goldman, who was murdered in 1994. This episode dives into the civil justice process, what pursuing this system of Parallel Justice meant to them and what they want victims, survivors, professionals who work alongside victims and survivors and the general public to know.

    Learn more about Kim Goldman by clicking the link below:

    https://kimberlygoldman.com/

    Visit the National Crime Victim Bar Association for referrals to victim-centered attorneys in your area. https://victimbar.org/

    To contact compassionate, confidential support, call or text 1-855-484-2846 or chat at VictimConnect Resource Center at https://victimconnect.org/

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    39 min