Pop Your Biz with Amanda Butler Schley, Episode 3

In this episode of Pop Your Biz, Amanda Butler Schley continues her exploration of Lizzo’s legal battle with former members of her dance team.

Watch or listen to Amanda’s prior episodes, with details on the lawsuit against Lizzo here:

#1 A Deep Dive into Lizzo’s Legal Battle — https://www.lawgroup.biz/a-deep-dive-into-lizzo-s-legal-battle

#2 Lizzo’s Legal Defense — https://www.lawgroup.biz/lizzo-s-legal-defense-with-amanda-butler-schley-megan-kelley

This episode is solely focused on the judge’s response to Lizzo’s defense team’s petition and motion to strike. Read the judge's order yourself here: https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:US:71bf2389-a98e-4b90-97c5-970c7122f0e8

Tune in for these key takeaways:

* Recap of the lawsuit against Lizzo by three of her former members of her dance team alleging sexual harassment, racial discrimination, and creating a hostile work environment

* An analysis of the judge’s summary and footnotes of the allegations

* A deep look at each of the allegations

* Which side the judge seems to be leaning towards

* Next step to look out for — Discovery

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About Pop Your Biz:

Welcome to Pop Your Biz with your host, Amanda Butler Schley, your go-to business lawyer and purveyor of all things pop culture. Join Amanda as she breaks down today's hottest legal headlines into bite-sized pieces. We use the lawsuits of your favorite celebrities and worldwide brands to teach you how to keep your business on the right side of the law.

Don’t miss an episode of Pop Your Biz:

Website: https://www.lawgroup.biz/

Subscribe to Amanda’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@AmandaButlerEsq

Connect and learn more from your host, Amanda Butler Schley:

* Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanda-butler-blg/

* Follow Business Law Group on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/business-law-group-llc/

* Follow Amanda on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/louisianabizlaw

* Follow Amanda on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/louisianabizlaw

* Follow Amanda on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LouisianaBizLaw

Pop Your Biz with your host, Amanda Butler Schley, Episode 02

In this episode of "Pop Your Biz," Amanda Butler Schley speaks with Megan Kelley, an Associate at Business Law Group about Lizzo’s defense strategy in her current legal battle with former members of her dance team. Watch or listen to Amanda’s prior episode with details on the lawsuit against Lizzo here: https://youtu.be/BAQfdLLnxQw?si=bSvL9R5peWtrMWZJ

Megan brings a wealth of knowledge in legal strategies and defense mechanisms, contributing significantly to the discussion on high-profile legal defenses in the entertainment industry.

Tune in to the episode to hear about:

* A detailed analysis of Lizzo's legal defense strategies and the implications of anti-SLAPP laws in employment cases

* Insights into the complexities of defending public figures in legal disputes, particularly in the context of employment and defamation laws

* The potential impacts of media and public perception on legal outcomes in celebrity cases

* A deep dive into the procedural aspects of filing motions and the strategic considerations behind legal maneuvers

* An exploration of the emotional and professional toll these legal battles take on public figures, with a particular focus on Lizzo's response to her ongoing legal challenges

Learn more about Megan Kelley:

* Read Megan’s bio on Business Law Group’s website: https://www.lawgroup.biz/megan-kelley

* Connect with Megan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/megan-kelley-363aa9189

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About Pop Your Biz:

Welcome to Pop Your Biz with your host, Amanda Butler Schley, your go-to business lawyer and purveyor of all things pop culture. Join Amanda as she breaks down today's hottest legal headlines into bite-sized pieces. We use the lawsuits of your favorite celebrities and worldwide brands to teach you how to keep your business on the right side of the law.

Don’t miss an episode of Pop Your Biz:

* Website: https://www.lawgroup.biz/

* Subscribe to Amanda’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@AmandaButlerEsq

Connect and learn more from your host, Amanda Butler Schley:

* Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanda-butler-blg

* Follow Business Law Group on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/business-law-group-llc

* Follow Amanda on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/louisianabizlaw

* Follow Amanda on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/louisianabizlaw

* Follow Amanda on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LouisianaBizLaw

Pop Your Biz with your host, Amanda Butler Schley, Episode 01

In this inaugural episode of Pop Your Biz, Amanda Butler Schley takes a deep dive into American singer and rapper Lizzo's current legal battle.

Tune in to the episode for these key takeaways:

* Lizzo’s lawsuit from July of 2023 brought against her by three of her former backup dancers

* Lizzo's dance team captain, Shirlene Quigley’s role in the complaints as co-defendant

* Summary of the nine legal claims that the plaintiffs are suing under with select details of the work environment and discrimination claims presented by the plaintiffs

* The clash between the management team, made up entirely of white Europeans, with the black members of the dance team, being accused of being lazy, unprofessional, and having bad attitudes

* The reasons given to the plaintiffs for termination and how it may be proven to be a false termination or not

View the complaint against Lizzo: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1F7iB0b4USPMD9GyWBGEElgQcf02UgDBg/view?usp=sharing

Stay tuned for a continuation of this topic with guest Megan Kelly — the discussion will continue with details on the defenses and the motion to strike that Lizzo's defense team filed

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About Pop Your Biz:

Welcome to Pop Your Biz with your host, Amanda Butler Schley, your go-to business lawyer and purveyor of all things pop culture. Join Amanda as she breaks down today's hottest legal headlines into bite-sized pieces. We use the lawsuits of your favorite celebrities and worldwide brands to teach you how to keep your business on the right side of the law.

Don’t miss an episode of Pop Your Biz:

Website: https://www.lawgroup.biz/

Subscribe to Amanda’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@AmandaButlerEsq

Connect and learn more from your host, Amanda Butler Schley:

* Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanda-butler-blg/

* Follow Business Law Group on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/business-law-group-llc/

* Follow Amanda on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/louisianabizlaw

* Follow Amanda on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/louisianabizlaw/

* Follow Amanda on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LouisianaBizLaw