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April 4, 2023

A Day in the Life of a Plaintiff | Jason Thompson

Jason Thompson joins the second part of a 2-part episode to examine the day in the life of a plaintiff. Justin and Jason go behind the scenes of how Sommers Schwartz serves as an advocate for employees who have fallen victim to unfair workplace practices like unpaid wages. They discuss the details of preparation for depositions and mediations.

March 31, 2023

Janus Norman - CalBroadBand

Janus Norman with CalBroadBand joins Bryan to discuss closing the access gap to broadband in California. 

March 23, 2023

The Cannabis Enlightened Season Finale Crossover

In this special simulcast, Dr. Leroy concludes Season 1 with a conversation with the host of the Reason 55 podcast, Steph B. Social equity and Cannabis taxes fill the conversation while tackling issues of Black presence. A hybrid episode of OLAS hosts that doesn’t disappoint. 

March 22, 2023

Seattle v. TikTok, Lady Gaga’s Dognapper, and Brett Farve’s Bad-mouthers: Welcome Back to The Lawyer In Blue Jeans Podcast

Diane Castañeda

Justin welcomes fellow attorneys James Hess, Christina Garcia, and Adam Schneider to chat about the crazy details of some of today’s high-profile cases.

March 14, 2023

Jeff Reisig | Yolo County District Attorney

Yolo County District Attorney Jeff Reisig joins us to discuss his new study on the devastating impacts of zero bail. Read the full study and summary here.

March 7, 2023

Uncovering the Reality of Unpaid Wages: A Plaintiff's Perspective

Diane Castañeda

Jesse Young joins the first of a 2-part episode to examine the day in the life of a plaintiff. Justin and Jesse go behind the scenes of how Sommers Schwartz serves as an advocate for employees who have fallen victim to unfair workplace practices like unpaid wages. They discuss the details related to class action lawsuits, interrogatories, and dispositions

February 22, 2023

Erica Tavares of International Medical Corps Talks Health Care and Disaster Relief

Diane Castañeda

Erica Tavares with International Medical Corps joins us to discuss critical gaps in California’s healthcare system, and how her organization is helping victims in both the Syria/Turkey earthquake as well as Ukraine.

February 21, 2023

Unlock Your Overtime Pay: The Insider's Guide to Fair Labor Standards

Attorney Jason Thompson of Sommers Schwartz defines what (Overdue) Overtime actually is by explaining the Fair Labor Standards Act, the purpose of mediation, and other related topics like wage liquidation. Host, Justin Isaac, facilitates an informative discussion.

February 16, 2023

Veteran Byran Buckley Talks PTS and How Cannabis Saved His Life

Diane Castañeda

Veteran Special Ops, Marine Bryan Buckley introduces Helmond Valley Growers. As CEO and Founder, he leads a fight against post traumatic stress and opiates by educating the public about the benefits of Cannabis for other Veterans, including himself.

February 2, 2023

Tianna Woodruff talks Cannabis, Social Equity, How to Break Stereotypes.

Diane Castañeda

Dr. Leroy hosts Tianna Woodruff, Founder and CEO of Queen Mary. Her early experiences in Los Angeles have influenced her to create and lead a quickly expanding Cannabis brand