Aug 10, 2026
A poop-themed dog toy took on one of America's most iconic whiskey brands and after 12 years in federal court, it helped reshape trademark law. In this episode of The Valley Current®, Jack Russo unpacks the extraordinary legal battle between Jack Daniel's and VIP Products, tracing the case from the trial court to...
Aug 5, 2026
Every trial team needs an advocate, but the smartest ones also need a skeptic. The most valuable voice in high-stakes litigation may be the one that's least invested in the outcome. In today's episode of The Valley Current®, Jack Russo explains why the best litigation strategy often begins with an objective...
Aug 4, 2026
The most expensive legal mistakes aren't always bad arguments; sometimes they're undisclosed conflicts. Jack Russo explores the $25.4 million judgment against Cooley LLP, the founder-investor conflict at its center, and why transparency and independent legal advice remain essential in high-stakes startup transactions.
Aug 3, 2026
How does one of the most accomplished Supreme Court advocates in America end up in federal prison? In this episode of The Valley Current®, Jack Russo unpacks the stunning rise and fall of Thomas C. Goldstein, whose legal career reached the pinnacle of the profession before unraveling under convictions for tax...
Aug 3, 2026
How does a Supreme Court legend end up behind bars? Jack Russo explores the dramatic fall of Thomas C. Goldstein, the failed gambling addiction defense, and the chain of decisions that turned one of the legal profession's most trusted figures into a convicted felon.
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