Monday, April 18, 2022

Today's Verdict, 4/15/22

 

On this week’s Today’s Verdict with David Lesch, I interview Michelle Jackson from the Human Services Council of New York about fair wages for human services workers  who now seek to implement changes regarding inequitable pay.   Next, entertainment lawyer Mitra Ahouraian from Ahouraian Law discusses the Chris Rock and Will Smith scandal and whether a lawsuit could be filed.   Lastly, Senator Andrew Gounardes from the 22nd District urges Albany to pass local control for traffic safety in New York City.

Host: David Lesch | Producer: Yesenia Ramos | Editor: Luis Rebolledo | Guest(s): Michelle Jackson, Human Services Council of New York | Mitra Ahouraian, Esq., Ahouraian Law | Andrew Gounardes, NYS Senator, 22nd District.

https://www.bronxnet.org/watch/videos/14775/

Monday, April 4, 2022

Today's Verdict, 4/1/22

 

Host and trial attorney David Lesch speaks with nationally recognized trial lawyer, Benjamin Crump who is representing the victims of the massive Bronx fire that took place on January 9th, 2022. Next, Assemblymember Catalina Cruz from the 39th District discusses new legislation that seeks to provide professional licenses for immigrants regardless of their legal status. Finally, Assemblymember Jessica González-Rojas from the 34th District tells us about a bill that will raise the subminimum wage for tipped workers to the full minimum wage and allow tips to be shared with back-of-house employees. Host: David Lesch | Producer: Yesenia Ramos | Editor: Luis Rebolledo | Guest(s): Ben Crump, Attorney, Trial Lawyer for Justice; Catalina Cruz, Assemblymember, 39th District;Jessica González-Rojas Assemblymember, 34th District.

https://www.bronxnet.org/watch/videos/14693/