Ben Carson’s Gun-sanity & the Cocaine Overdose Media Frenzy

The cocaine overdose of Dr. Kiersten Rickenbach has been juicy news for media outlets, but is this just glamorizing a common tragedy in America? We discuss the case, plus the NYPD facing charges for the wrongful arrest and assault of tennis player James Blake, Dr. Ben Carson’s tone-deaf comments on self defense after the Oregon Community College shooting, and how in spite of Caitlin Jenner’s attention in the media, Kiesha Jenkins became the 20th transgendered woman killed in America this year. All of the most controversial and unbelievable stories are featured on Crime Time, with guest Mike Cavalluzzi-hosted by Allison Hope Weiner.

Guest Bio

Michael “Mike” Cavalluzzi is one of the best criminal defense attorneys in Los Angeles County. He has been described by judges and prosecutors as aggressive, uncompromising, and relentless in his pursuit of justice for his clients. Having defended clients in courts throughout Los Angeles, Ventura, and Orange Counties, Mike Cavalluzzi has cemented a reputation as a top trial attorney.

Michael Cavalluzzi began his legal career in 1992 as a civil litigator for State Farm Insurance, the largest insurance company in the United States. After winning several jury trials, Mr. Cavalluzzi decided to leave State Farm and focus on the practice of criminal defense. He joined the Public Defender’s Office and quickly established himself as a fearless, creative trial attorney, defending clients in all types of cases, ranging from misdemeanor battery to homicide. Mr. Cavalluzzi is also actively involved in civil litigation, successfully representing a number of personal injury cases.