Legally Vegas

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Join Jacqueline Bretell and a rotating cast of guests as they hang out and talk life, culture, and whatever else comes up. Along the way, they dive into legal cases and issues happening in Las Vegas. It’s part deep dive, part group chat energy, 100% a good time. https://www.youtube.com/@BigHornLawHQ Documents for cases: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1abxlaGaVYuZPppvPdOAn3KdJXAPAl4fD

Episodes

  1. 16h ago

    Shana Brouwers: Defending the public

    Welcome back to Legally Vegas! ⚖️🎙️ In this episode, Jacqueline Bretell (CEO & Partner at Bighorn Law @bighorn_law) sits down with Shana Brouwers, a practicing attorney with the Clark County Public Defender’s Office, to take viewers behind the scenes of one of the most misunderstood areas of the legal system: public defense. Shana and Jacquie discuss what it really means to represent people accused of crimes, the misconceptions surrounding public defenders, the importance of protecting a client's constitutional rights, and the incredible amount of courtroom experience that comes with working in one of the largest criminal defense practices in Nevada. They also get personal, talking about their shared experiences as attorneys, Shana's passion for theater, and some truly Only in Vegas stories. ⚖️ Topics in this episode: The Truth About Public Defenders Shana breaks down what public defenders actually do and why the idea that they are simply attorneys who “couldn’t get another job” couldn’t be further from the truth. Public Defender vs. Private Attorney Does hiring a private criminal defense attorney automatically mean you’ll get a better result? Shana explains why that common assumption isn’t necessarily true. What If Your Client Is Guilty? Criminal defense isn’t about “getting bad people off.” Shana explains the responsibility attorneys have to protect their clients’ rights and make sure the state proves its case fairly and lawfully. The Reality of Life in the Courtroom From handling cases every day to having an entire network of experienced attorneys and social workers to lean on, Shana shares what public defense really looks like behind the scenes. Only in Vegas 🎭🎰
 The conversation takes a turn into some truly unforgettable Las Vegas stories, including “trick rolls,” mistaken identities, and the unexpected situations attorneys encounter outside the courtroom. Whether you're interested in criminal defense, Nevada law, the public defender system, trial strategy, or the real stories behind Las Vegas' legal community, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. Watch now and subscribe to Legally Vegas for more conversations about real cases, Nevada law, trial strategy, and the people shaping the Las Vegas legal community. Don’t forget to like & subscribe! #LegallyVegas #JacquelineBretell #JacquieBretell #ShanaBrouwers #BighornLaw #PublicDefender #ClarkCounty #CriminalDefense #CriminalDefenseAttorney #LasVegas #LasVegasAttorney #NevadaLaw #NevadaAttorney #CriminalJustice #TrialLawyer #LegalPodcast #LasVegasPodcast #PublicDefense #OnlyInVegas #AllIn 📲 Follow us at: https://www.instagram.com/legallyvegas/ Host: https://www.instagram.com/jrb.esq/ Guest: https://www.instagram.com/shananigans44/

    Shana Brouwers: Defending the public
  2. Aug 27

    Kimball Jones: Pricing the Priceless

    Welcome back to Legally Vegas! ⚖️🎙️ In this episode, Jacqueline Bretell (@jrb.esq, CEO & Partner at Bighorn Law @bighorn_law) sits down with her law partner, Kimball Jones, to take viewers behind the scenes of one of the most significant cases Bighorn Law has tried: the $56.5 million jury verdict awarded on behalf of Omar Alrabadi. After Omar, an active-duty Navy servicemember, was brutally attacked outside Chayo at the LINQ Promenade in Las Vegas and left unconscious in the doorway of the Flamingo Hotel and Casino, his case became a fight over more than just compensation. It became a case about premises liability, negligent security, corporate responsibility, evidence preservation, and access to justice. ⚖️ Topics in this episode: The $56.5 Million Verdict Kimball walks Jacquie through the Omar Alrabadi case, the devastating injuries Omar suffered, and how the jury ultimately reached a $56.5 million. What Happened at Chayo? A look at what happened the night Omar was attacked, including the allegations surrounding the security staff, the attackers, and the events that ultimately left Omar with a fractured skull and a traumatic brain injury. The Missing Evidence & Video Kimball discusses the discovery of multiple sets of witness statements, delayed incident reports, missing surveillance footage, and more than 1,000 additional videos that were ultimately produced after years of litigation. The Importance of Traumatic Brain Injury Experts Omar's injuries weren't always visible from the outside. Jacquie and Kimball discuss the challenges of presenting a traumatic brain injury case to a jury and the role of medical experts, including renowned neuropathologist Dr. Bennet Omalu. Building the Case & Picking the Jury What goes into preparing a high-stakes catastrophic injury case? Kimball shares insight into jury selection, addressing potential juror bias, presenting damages, and asking a jury to consider a verdict in the tens of millions of dollars. Why This Verdict Matters for Las Vegas The conversation goes beyond one case to examine security, corporate accountability, evidence preservation, and what these issues mean for visitors and residents who expect to be safe while enjoying Las Vegas. The Bighorn Law Trial Team Jacquie and Kimball also recognize the attorneys, experts, paralegals, staff, and co-counsel attorneys who helped bring Omar's case to trial—and discuss Bighorn Law's evolution into a trial-focused firm committed to going ALL IN for its clients. Whether you're interested in Las Vegas tourism, law, personal injury litigation, premises liability, negligent security, traumatic brain injuries, or what really happens behind a major jury verdict, this is an episode you won't want to miss. Watch now and subscribe to Legally Vegas for more conversations about real cases, Nevada law, trial strategy, and the stories shaping the Las Vegas legal community. Don’t forget to like & subscribe! #LegallyVegas #JacquelineBretell #JacquieBretell #KimballJones #BighornLaw #OmarAlRabadi #LasVegas #NevadaLaw #NevadaAttorney #PersonalInjury #PremisesLiability #NegligentSecurity #TraumaticBrainInjury #JuryTrial #TrialLawyer #LegalPodcast #LasVegasPodcast #NevadaTrialLawyer #AccessToJustice #AllIn 📲 Follow us at: https://www.instagram.com/legallyvegas/ Host: https://www.instagram.com/jrb.esq/

    Kimball Jones: Pricing the Priceless
  3. Aug 5

    David Copperfield, UNR OnlyFans & Brunner v. Sterling Updates | Mini Episode

    Welcome to Legally Vegas! ⚖️🎙️ While we're in the middle of back-to-back jury trials at Bighorn Law, Jacqueline Bretell (CEO @jrb.esq & Partner at Bighorn Law @bighorn_law) is dropping in with a special Legally Vegas Mini Episode to bring you the latest developments on some of the biggest Nevada cases we've been following. ⚖️ Topics in this episode: David Copperfield's Las Vegas future Has the legendary illusionist disappeared from the Las Vegas Strip for good? Jacquie shares the latest update on his residency and what's changed since our previous episode. The UNR OnlyFans case The criminal case involving former University of Nevada, Reno student Anthony Bassi continues to move through the courts. Jacquie breaks down the latest court filings, upcoming hearings, and where the case stands today. Brunner v. Sterling update One of our favorite cases to follow is back with major developments. Jacquie covers the Rule 16 conference, the surprising list of more than 40 potential witnesses, Nevada's deposition limits, and the newly uncovered University of Alabama connection that adds another layer to this fascinating lawsuit. If you've been following our coverage of these stories, be sure to check out our earlier episodes for the full background before diving into these latest developments. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and follow so you never miss a new episode. We'll be back soon with our next full-length conversation. #LegallyVegas #JacquelineBretell #NevadaLaw #LasVegas #DavidCopperfield #UNR #UniversityOfNevadaReno #OnlyFans #BrunnerVsSterling #LegalNews #NevadaCourts #CourtCases #LegalPodcast #LasVegasPodcast #BighornLaw #allin 📲Follow us at: https://www.instagram.com/legallyvegas/ Host: https://www.instagram.com/jrb.esq/

    David Copperfield, UNR OnlyFans & Brunner v. Sterling Updates | Mini Episode
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Join Jacqueline Bretell and a rotating cast of guests as they hang out and talk life, culture, and whatever else comes up. Along the way, they dive into legal cases and issues happening in Las Vegas. It’s part deep dive, part group chat energy, 100% a good time. https://www.youtube.com/@BigHornLawHQ Documents for cases: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1abxlaGaVYuZPppvPdOAn3KdJXAPAl4fD

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