Karen Read Case: Hearing Over Colin Albert’s Deposition | Case Brief

Watch the full coverage of the live stream on The Emily D. Baker YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/v5BrnTQwuyc  This Case Brief covers two recent hearings, including an emergency in-person proceeding held on July 1st. The court, frustrated by perceived discovery delays and the unauthorized dissemination of impounded medical records related to former trooper Michael Proctor, summoned numerous attorneys to scold them on professional conduct and the need for stricter integrity in handling sensitive filings. Throughout the sessions, the judge emphasized his plenary authority to manage discovery and threatened further sanctions, while Emily highlights the ongoing challenges with the case’s complex docket and the court's recurring issues with attorney communication and the public nature of these high-profile proceedings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Watch the full coverage of the live stream on The Emily D. Baker YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/RQ0NCkrGE9U  This Case Brief covers the first pre-trial status conference for Alex Murdaugh’s murder retrial, held on June 29, 2026. The court addressed key procedural matters, including establishing a tentative trial date of April 5, 2027, initially denying Murdaugh a personal laptop while in custody for security reasons but will ask more questions to the warden, and discussing the defense’s request for additional Investigative Genetic Genealogy (IGG) DNA testing. The session concluded with a schedule for the next pre-trial hearing on August 14, 2026. RESOURCES Bryan Kohberger Case - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gKASBczV3CsUx-t5oRAK0ca Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Watch the full coverage of the live stream on The Emily D. Baker YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/SxbuW9TqEBY  Robert Wilson Crozier, 47, a witness who previously testified in the Kouri Richins murder trial, has been arrested following a sting operation by the Utah Internet Crimes Against Children task force. Crozier was apprehended after traveling via public transport to meet what he believed was a 15-year-old girl, but was actually an undercover investigator. He faces multiple felony charges, including enticing a minor and distributing material harmful to a minor, after allegedly sending explicit images and offering to bring methamphetamine and marijuana to the meeting. While being held without bail, Crozier reportedly admitted to the interactions but claimed he did not fully remember them due to being high on methamphetamine, a defense the speaker notes is consistent with his previous legal history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Watch the full coverage of the live stream on The Emily D. Baker YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/SxbuW9TqEBY  The wrongful death lawsuit involving Karen Read is seeing a surge in motions to compel as the August discovery deadline nears, with current disputes centered on the scope of document discovery and the scheduling of depositions. Defense counsel for Colin Albert argues for a narrow scope of discovery limited to the facts of John O’Keefe's death, while Read’s team seeks broader access to communications concerning the investigation, the investigators, and alleged "false narratives" surrounding the case. Complicating matters, Albert’s enlistment in the U.S. Army has created logistical hurdles for his deposition, leading to further legal debate over the validity of his existing subpoena. Additionally, upcoming depositions for other key witnesses and Karen Read herself are facing delays due to outstanding privilege logs and motions to quash, indicating a protracted period of motion practice ahead. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Get 40% off select Lola Blankets products at https://lolablankets.com with code LAWNERD at checkout. #ad Get 40% off your first Hungryroot box plus a free item in every box for life at https://hungryroot.com/LAWNERD with code LAWNERD. This episode discusses several upcoming criminal and civil court dates, including a murder case for Alex Murdaugh set for June 29, 2026, and his civil suit against Becky Hill. Legal proceedings regarding the Karen Read case are active on both the civil and criminal dockets. A wrongful death hearing continued on June 22, 2026, to determine a deposition date for Colin Albert, who must be produced before the August discovery deadline. There's also highlights developments in cases involving D4VD, whose preliminary hearing was rescheduled for July 21, 2026, and "Reckless Ben," who faces multiple upcoming hearings for civil RICO, stalking, and trespassing charges. RESOURCES Alex Murdaugh Assigned a Judge - https://youtu.be/ojT2fNd11Lk Alex Murdaugh Financial Crimes Plea - https://youtu.be/_TF3LcVMiKo Reckless Ben Lawsuit Stream - https://youtu.be/MPD8UXEqMgg Bryan Kohberger Case - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gKASBczV3CsUx-t5oRAK0ca Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Watch the full coverage of the live stream on The Emily D. Baker YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/ojT2fNd11Lk  Following her convictions for the murder and attempted murder of her husband, Kouri Richins remains embroiled in a complex web of legal challenges, including a pending financial crimes case involving charges such as money laundering, mortgage fraud, and a pattern of criminal activity. Her defense team in the financial case—Wendy Lewis, Katherine Nester, and Alexander Ramos—has recently moved to withdraw, stating they are not contracted or paid by Summit County for this separate matter and that financial crime defense is outside their primary area of expertise. Meanwhile, her murder case awaits a restitution hearing and a defense motion for a new trial expected later this month, while her numerous civil cases currently lack any attorney of record. Legal proceedings are set to continue through the fall, with a particular interest in securing restitution for victims from any potential future earnings Richins may acquire. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Watch the full coverage of the live stream on The Emily D. Baker YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/pCRYMeCFQik  A June 17, 2026, court hearing addressed Karen Read's motion to compel a deposition and document production from non-party witness Colin Albert. The court expressed significant frustration with both legal teams over their "bitchiness" in emails and the inclusion of "arguments as facts" within their hyperbolic filings. While the defense claimed Albert had "virtually zero relevance" and had already sat for one deposition, the Judge insisted that a subpoena "needs to mean something" and rejected the suggestion to wait until the fall for a new appearance. Ultimately, the court ordered the attorneys to spend the weekend negotiating a "Goldilocks zone" for the scope of document discovery and to return the following Monday with a confirmed date for Albert’s deposition before the August discovery deadline. RESOURCES Yesterday's Stream - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ogTz4xNUiX0 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Go to https://incogni.com/EMILY and use code EMILY to get 60% off annual plans. Watch the full coverage of the live stream on The Emily D. Baker YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/ogTz4xNUiX0  The Karen Read wrongful death case is currently marked by significant procedural conflict and judicial micromanagement, with the court issuing several orders to strictly regulate filings, such as striking documents lacking certificates of service and mandating specific formats for hyperlinks and media. A central dispute involves a motion to compel Colin Albert, a non-party witness, to attend a deposition and produce documents related to the night of John O’Keefe’s death. Read’s defense team alleges "gamesmanship" by opposing counsel, claiming they surreptitiously rescheduled Albert's deposition to a date when Read's attorneys were unavailable while simultaneously refusing to provide requested communications. Albert’s legal representation counters that the subpoena is overbroad, lacks relevance to the central issue of Read’s liability, and that the defense originally canceled the scheduled deposition. RESOURCES Attorney Rosenberg's Letter to the Court - https://youtu.be/5Bokx9LFYLs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Go to https://incogni.com/EMILY and use code EMILY to get 60% off annual plans. Watch the full coverage of the live stream on The Emily D. Baker YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/ojT2fNd11Lk  Following the South Carolina Supreme Court's reversal of Alex Murdaugh's murder convictions, the case is moving toward a retrial under the exclusive jurisdiction of newly appointed Judge Deborah R. McCaslin. Concurrently, the State has filed a motion to unseal the previously restricted in camera hearing transcripts regarding the removal of "Juror 785," also known as the "egg lady juror," arguing that former protective orders should now be considered moot. This motion follows earlier requests by the juror herself to reveal the private proceedings, which include discussions between the court and counsel that may shed light on allegations of improper influence during the original trial. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Save 20% off Honeylove by going to https://honeylove.com/LAWNERD ! #honeylovepod #ad Get 15% off OneSkin with the code LAWNERD at https://www.oneskin.co/LAWNERD #oneskinpod #ad In this episode, Emily provides critical updates on several high-profile legal battles, including a new 1:00 p.m. hearing time for the expansive temporary restraining order in the Bricks & Minifigs v Reckless Ben case. The show also explores Nick Reiner's probate court petition to access a separate trust established in 1993 to fund his criminal defense with attorney Alan Jackson. Additionally, the docket includes an overview of Tyra Banks’ 65-page defamation and breach of contract lawsuit against Netflix regarding her portrayal in a recent docuseries, as well as a New York federal court ruling that granted Blake Lively narrow attorney's fees while denying more extensive damages. RESOURCES Bricks & Minifigs v. Reckless Ben Stream - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MPD8UXEqMgg  The Queen's Gambit Lawsuit - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=veuLh2qlTJ8 Carole Baskin Sues Netflix - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TNI86x8JlXE  Buster Murdaugh Sues Netflix - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zan5PlYEeJA Lively v. Wayfarer Case Settled - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ZoYl3cF2uA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices