Episode 12: Sanctions, Sanctions, Sanctions – Read All About It

In this episode of The Velvet Hammer™, Karen and Mo dive into the wild world of sanctions. What they are, why they matter, and how defense firms push the limits. Karen starts with her first sanctions victory in the 90s, then they walk through three recent cases. 

They also break down how power structures inside law firms impact who takes the fall and why some judges are finally doing something about it.

If you’ve ever wondered how discovery violations actually play out, or what it looks like when a judge says enough, this episode lays it all out.

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