Inside the Prescription Pill Deaths of Prince & Chyna + The Justin Ross Harris Trial Venue Change

Prince and Chyna’s deaths highlighted abuse of prescription drugs by the rich and famous. We discuss the deaths of Michael Jackson, Whitney Houston, and Brittany Murphy. Who is responsible if that celebrity overdoses and what could they be charged with? Defense attorney Mike Cavalluzzi breaks down the defense arguments surrounding doctors who fill celebrity prescriptions. We also look into the change of venue in the case of Justin Ross Harris, on trial for allegedly leaving his son Cooper to die in a hot car. Will a change of venue allow for a fair trial? Lastly, we’re going to talk about the battle to get control of Sumner Redstone’s money. Does the judge’s latest ruling allowing Redstone to be deposed hurt or help the mogul’s daughter, Shari? We take a closer look at the cases in this episode of Crime Time 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.