How Criminal Allegations Tarnish Celebrity Legacy + the Daniel Holtzclaw Verdict Examined

Bill Cosby is fighting back against seven of his rape accusers with a counter defamation lawsuit and we examine the reasons why, plus we explore potential reasons behind the deadlocked jury in the first Freddie Gray trial of Officer William Porter in the city of Baltimore. Officer Daniel Holtzclaw was found guilty on 18 of the 36 counts of rape, but what does that say about our legal system and should we be so quick to celebrate the verdict? Finally, Los Angeles Times columnist Robin Abcarian reopens the discussion of Kobe Bryant’s 2003 alleged rape case, just as the sports legend announces his retirement from the NBA. We revisit this case, and the impact accusations have had on Bryant’s legacy in this episode of Crime Time with attorney 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.