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National Center For Victims Of Crime
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Cheer USA
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United States Military
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Parallel Justice returns… Remastered, refined, and more urgent than ever.

This trauma-informed and survivor-centered podcast takes listeners inside the civil cases connected to the criminal headlines that shaped our culture. Each episode features nationally recognized attorneys who pursued accountability beyond the criminal courtroom and worked to create systemic change.

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Latest Episodes

Why would a company give a car to someone that they know shouldn’t be behind the wheel? One family's journey to seek justice after the loss of a family member in a vehicle collision in East Texas reveals a complex web of criminality that endangers th... more

Attorney Michael Haggard joins Renée Williams to discuss how civil justice can motivate industries to make choices that prioritize consumer safety, saving lives. This episode is a frank discussion about how civil justice can encourage companies and l... more

Kim Goldman and Fred Goldman join host Renee Williams on the finale of their two part episode on Parallel Justice. The Goldman’s discuss the loss of their beloved family member Ron Goldman, who was murdered in 1994. This episode dives into the civil ... more

Chicago and California-based attorney Martin Gould and Philadelphia-based attorney Kristen Gibbons Feden join the podcast today to discuss the multi-district litigation they are pursuing against Roblox on behalf of thousands of child survivors of sex... more

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Recent Guests

Marty Dolan
Attorney who represented Gizzy's family
Dolan Law, Chicago
Episode: Mandated to Act: The Pediatrician Who Failed Gizzell Ford
Josh Gillispie
Attorney at Gillispie Law Firm, Little Rock, Arkansas
Gillispie Law Firm
Episode: Left Alone, Left Blind: Justice for Baby Owen
Joseph Gates
Attorney at Gates Law Firm, Little Rock, Arkansas
Gates Law Firm
Episode: Left Alone, Left Blind: Justice for Baby Owen
Jason Amala
Partner at Fowl Cochrane Vertitas Enamel; attorney representing abuse survivors
Fowl Cochrane Vertitas Enamel
Episode: From the Vault: Backpage and the Case That Changed Human Trafficking Laws Part 1
Vinny Nappo
Lawyer in Seattle; attorney at Fowl Cochrane
Fowl Cochrane
Episode: From the Vault: Backpage and the Case That Changed Human Trafficking Laws Part 1
Laura Mangini
Attorney, partner at Alecman de Tusa
Alecman de Tusa, Springfield, MA
Episode: The Teacher Everyone Loved: A $14 Million Reckoning
Mary Alexander
trial lawyer in San Francisco
Unspecified firm
Episode: From the Vault: The Warehouse Fire That Caused 36 Deaths
Jessica Arbour
Attorney at Horowitz Law
Horowitz Law
Episode: Cheer USA: Oversight Failures and a Survivor's Fight for Accountability
John Clune
Attorney who represented Debbie Ramirez against Brett Kavanaugh
Attorney, Clune & Fein
Episode: From the Vault: Unmasking Our Idols Part 2

Host

Renee Williams
Host of Parallel Justice

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 20 ratings
  • Interesting perspective - good conversation

    Interesting perspective - subject matter can get a bit dry, but frankly has access to some of the best experts in the country - and the host is pretty good about keeping it accessible.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DoinkTheClown#1
    United States3 months ago
  • Great story telling

    This podcast is not as polished or heavily produced as others available however, in some ways it doesn’t need to be. The host is great at guiding each guest through their story and tries to keep pace well to tell a story that is both victim centered, and unique to the other true crime podcasts out there. Some episodes are drier than others, but that’s a given with some of the material there is still a lot to be glean from this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rbubs23
    United States10 months ago
  • Great Podcast!

    I’ve been listening to this series, but was particularly blown away by season 2, episodes 5 and 6, about the Boy Scouts. This was really interesting. I had no idea of the history that led to the Boy Scout bankruptcy. After listening, I, for one, am not sorry to know they went bankrupt!

    This is not as polished as some podcast series, but it is thoughtful and factual. Recommended.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CT Blue
    United States5 years ago
  • Toward equity, all justice must be parallel, and..

    … Parallel Justice is a means and a great companion to NCVC’s multifaceted approach to trauma informed and survivor centered justice—and healing, of society and self. Parallel Justice promises to advance the vanguard efforts of Susan Herman, as described in her book of the same name, and defined by her actions, in part while at NCVC.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    phi!ip
    United States5 years ago
  • Great inside perspective…

    … on an area of law that is misunderstood, underused and — far too often — undercut for all the wrong reasons.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LL 5th
    United States5 years ago

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Host guides guests with clarity, balancing complexity with accessibility.
Stories are survivor-centered and deeply informative for understanding civil justice pathways.
High-quality guest expertise offers actionable insights for practitioners and advocates.
Content is thoughtful and evidence-driven, prioritizing accountability over sensationalism.
Shows nuance in civil vs. criminal justice and the potential for systemic change.

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Mandated to Act: The Pediatrician Who Failed Gizzell Ford
Q: What main evidence convinced you the doctor was negligent?
Medical records showed signs of abuse that were not adequately investigated or documented, the doctor did not interview Gizzy alone, failed to take proper photographs or notes of the abrasions, and did not report findings to DCFS within a reasonable timeframe.
Mandated to Act: The Pediatrician Who Failed Gizzell Ford
Q: Why was the civil case framed around the doctor's inaction rather than direct acts by the abusers?
The focus was on whether the pediatrician failed to identify or report signs of abuse and whether that failure contributed to Gizzy's death, which in civil law can be a proximate cause even if a third-party act occurred.
Sexual Assault in the Military: The Legal Barriers to Justice
Q: What is the lived impact on survivors, particularly male service members, when they come forward?
Survivors face identity disruption, stigma, and fear of retaliation, with reporting often complicated by military culture and the perception of weakness, underscoring the need for survivor-centered support and robust advocacy.
Sexual Assault in the Military: The Legal Barriers to Justice
Q: What makes the Ferris Doctrine a persistent barrier, and are there any crack openings to challenge it?
Ferris has long shielded government entities from liability, but recent circuit decisions, including Ninth Circuit rulings, have started to chip away at its logic in sexual assault cases, suggesting a possible trend toward greater accountability.
Sexual Assault in the Military: The Legal Barriers to Justice
Q: How does civil justice interact with the military's own criminal and administrative systems in these cases?
Civil claims under the FTCA provide a pathway when the government is negligent, but are constrained by exemptions like combatant activities and the Ferris Doctrine, making success difficult and often requiring careful legal navigation.

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The show centers on survivor-centered civil litigation and accountability, analyzing high-profile civil cases linked to criminal headlines. Episodes frequently feature nationally recognized trial lawyers and advocates who discuss strategies for pursuing justice through civil courts, safeguards for victims, and systemic reforms in schools, sports, housing, and public institutions. Notable is the emphasis on survivor perspectives, trauma-informed storytelling, and the practical mechanics of civil justice—from discovery and statutes of limitations to settlements and policy overhauls—driving broader accountability beyond criminal proceedings.

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Recent guests on Parallel Justice include:

1. Marty Dolan
2. Josh Gillispie
3. Joseph Gates
4. Jason Amala
5. Vinny Nappo
6. Laura Mangini
7. Mary Alexander
8. Jessica Arbour

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